Contents CONTENTS CONTENTS General Safety ................................................Warnings ................................................Product Description ................................................Initial Installation of Your System ................................................System Operation 8-11 ................................................Cleaning of Your System (Disinfection Procedure) 12-13 ................................................Routine Maintenance ................................................Guarantees & Warranties 15-16 ................................................Trouble Shooting 17-19 ................................................
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SAFETY SAFETY Important Please read carefully and familiarise yourself with the Information in this manual prior to using your equipment. Keep this manual readily available for any future reference. For your safety and to ensure the most efficient performance from your system any precautions detailed in this document should be observed.
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SAFETY SAFETY Note: All Harvest Healthcare pumps are fitted with a functional earth and are labelled accordingly both internally and externally. Double insulation Type BF equipment As labelled accordingly C E Marked Product There is a possibility of Electro-Magnetic Interference. If this occurs increase the distance between the devices.
WARNING WARNING ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT CAN BE HAZARDOUS IF MISUSED. ONLY AUTHORISED TECHNICAL PERSONNEL SHOULD REMOVE THE BACK FOR MAINTENANCE. REMOVING THE BACK CASE BY UNQUALIFIED PERSONNEL WILL INVALIDATE ANY WARRANTY BEFORE CLEANING THE UNIT ENSURE THAT THE ELECTRICAL SUPPLY TO THE PUMP HAS BEEN DISCONNECTED.
RODUCT DESCRIPTION The HARVEST SEAT CUSHION is an alternating pressure relieving seat system used in the prevention and treatment of pressure ulcers. This system is recommended for use by a patient who would normally sit out of bed through the day but who is still at risk from pressure sores.
INSTALLATION Installation: Unpack the system and place the pump unit underneath or next to the chair in a safe place to avoid a trip hazard. Place the seat cushion in the chair where the patient will be seated with the cells and/or vapour permeable cover upmost.
OPERATION INFLATING THE CUSHION Switch on: During this stage select a weight setting to suit the service user. The weight setting is selected by turning the dial to the patient’s approximate weight located on the control panel. NOTE: Set the pump at the correct pressure to suit the weight of the service user. Refer to the Comfort Control Guide located on the front of the pump.
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OPERATION Feed Tube Connection Visual Low-Pressure Warning w/ Alarm Mute Manual Comfort Control Dial Bed Hooks Power Switch Non-slip Feet E sales@harvesthealthcare.co.uk www.harvesthealthcare.co.uk...
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OPERATION PUMP FEATURES Orange Low Pressure Warning Light When the pump starts inflating the cushion the low pressure light will flash until the required pressure is reached then the light will extinguish. If the required pressure is not reached within 30 minutes the light will turn orange and an alarm will sound. If the light still does not go out, contact your supplier for assistance.
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OPERATION Setting Procedure It is important to follow the correct setting procedure to ensure the patient receives adequate support while achieving maximum pressure relief and comfort. Failure to follow this procedure could result in the patient being put at risk. Set the correct pressure setting on the pump according to the patient weight guide on the face of the pump.
DISINFECTION PROCEDURE DISINFECTION PROCEDURE The following guidelines are suggested by Harvest Healthcare as being suitable infection control procedures. Further information and guidance is available from Harvest Healthcare on request and also your local Health and Safety advisor. It is advised that this procedure be adopted on transfer of the system between patients.
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DISINFECTION PROCEDURE DISINFECTION PROCEDURE Seat Cushion During general use the cushion and internal tube sets can be cleaned by using a mild detergent solution. Where appropriate the seat cover can be completely removed for laundering or sterilisation. Wherever there is staining or body fluids on the cushion, including cells and tubing, then a sodium hypochlorite solution to a dilution of 1000 PPM should be used following thorough cleaning with soap and water.
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If the pump is still not achieving the correct mmHg then replace the motor or the relevant defective parts. (Contact Harvest Healthcare for guidance on how to repair this device.) Check that the comfort control is working within the correct parameters. If not contact Harvest Healthcare for guidance.
12 months in line with the service schedule. Mattresses/Seat Cushions All Harvest Healthcare Mattresses/Seats and Covers have a guarantee for a period of 12 months from date of purchase. Guarantee Harvest Healthcare Ltd guarantees to repair or replace all goods supplied to its customers which are found to be defective whilst still in their applicable warranty period.
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If, upon inspection, Harvest Healthcare accepts liability then the equipment shall be repaired or replaced immediately. If Harvest Healthcare does not accept liability it shall inform the customer of its reasons and provide the customer with an estimate for either repair or replacement.
DISINFECTION PROCEDURE TROUBLESHOOTING PART 1 Ensure That Possible Solution To Fault If Your The Problem Occuring Product Is Still (Next Stage) Not Working ........................ The pump is Mains is Connect the appliance Return the showing no plugged in. to the nearest mains pump unit to indications The switch is in...
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Harvest cushion. Harvest Healthcare. Healthcare or your local distributor......................... There are no Untwist any kinks kinks in the found. tubing down the sides of the cushion.
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Harvest solid surface. Healthcare or surface. your local distributor. All circuit diagrams and parts are available from Harvest Healthcare upon request. E sales@harvesthealthcare.co.uk www.harvesthealthcare.co.uk...
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The following compliance evaluation process was applied: Annex VII EU legislation for this type of product covers all safety, health and environmental requirements. Modifying this product without consultation with Harvest Healthcare Ltd will invalidate this declaration of conformity. This declaration of conformity is issued under the sole responsibility of Harvest Healthcare.
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DISINFECTION PROCEDURE NOTES ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ E sales@harvesthealthcare.co.uk www.harvesthealthcare.co.uk...
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DISINFECTION PROCEDURE NOTES ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ T +44 (0)1709 377172 F +44 (0)1709 377173...
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DISINFECTION PROCEDURE NOTES ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ E sales@harvesthealthcare.co.uk www.harvesthealthcare.co.uk...
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