Air-Flo 8 Operation Manual

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Page 1 Operation manual...
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Introduction Intended use Indications Contraindications Package Contents Operation Safety Precautions Hand Check User Instructions Transport Mode Cleaning Instructions Technical Specifications Air-Flo 5 Air-Flo 5+ Air-Flo 8 Optional Pumps (Advance) Warranty...
Page 3: Introduction
This manual covers: Air-Flo 5: 5” overlay mattress for medium risk patients Air-Flo 5+: 5” air cell and 2” foam full replacement mattress for high risk patients Air-Flo 8: 8” full replacement mattress for very high risk patients Intended Use The Air-Flo range is designed for use as part of a pressure ulcer prevention programme and should not be solely relied on to prevent pressure sores.
Page 4: Package Contents
Check the contents of the packaging. The packaging should include: Your mattress (with foam base where applicable) Your pump User manual The Air-Flo 5 and Air-Flo 5+ both use the Air-Flo 5 (or Air-Flo 5 Advance) pump. The Air-Flo 8 uses the Air-Flo 8 (or Air-Flo 8 Advance) pump.
Page 5: Operation
Slide one hand between the air mattress and the foam base (on the Air-Flo 5+) or between the air mattress and the bed frame (on the Air-Flo 5 and Air-Flo 8) to feel under the patient’s bottom. An acceptable range to slide the hand in is approximately...
Page 6: User Instructions
Air-Flo 5/5+: Disconnect male and female CPC connectors from the pump and join together, enabling the system to equalise and retain pressure for a period of time. Air-Flo 8: Remove connector from pump and place cap over connectors, enabling the system to equalise and retain pressure for a period of time.
Page 7: Cleaning Instructions
Cleaning instructions General Cleaning of the system is required regularly between patients to prevent cross infection. The cover may be removed and will withstand thermal disinfection washing procedures described in the Department of Health Service Guidelines HSG(95)18. Pump Check for external damage and move the pump to the cleaning area. DO NOT immerse or soak the pump.
Page 8: Technical Specifications
Technical specifications: Air-Flo 5 Pump Mattress Item: Air-Flo 5 Item: Air-Flo 5 Size: 200cm(L) x 86.5cm(W) x Power supply: 220V/50Hz, 1A 12.5cm(H) Top cover: heat sealed and washes Air output: 7-8 litre/min. at 95 Pressure range: 40 mmHg – 100...
Page 9 Technical specifications: Air-Flo 5+ Pump Mattress Item: Air-Flo 5 Item: Air-Flo 5+ Power supply: 220V/50Hz, 1A Size: 190cm(L) x 88cm(W) x 11cm(H) Top cover: Bi-elastic cover, washes at Air output: 7-8 litre/min. Pressure range: 40 mmHg – 100 Air cells: Nylon / PVC mmHg Cycle time: 10 min.
Page 10 Technical specifications: Air-Flo 8 Pump Mattress Item: Air-Flo 8 (3 way connector) Item: Air-Flo 8 Size: 203cm(L) x 88cm(W) x 20cm Power supply: 220V/50Hz, 1A Air output: 7-8 litre/min. Top cover: Nylon / PU with zipper Pressure range: 30 mmHg – 80...
Page 11: Optional Pumps (Advance)
Optional pumps: Pump Pump Item: Air-Flo 5 advance (2 way Item: Air-Flo 8 advance connector) Power supply: 220V/50Hz, 1A Power supply: 220V/50Hz, 1A Air output: 7-8 litre/min. Air output: 7 litre/min. Pressure range: 30 mmHg – 80 Pressure range: 20 mmHg – 70...
Page 12: Warranty
Air-Flo products are warranted against defects in material and workmanship from the date of purchase for the agreed warranty period of 12 months. The warranty is contingent upon the purchase of the Air-Flo products from an authorised dealer and is non-transferable. Please inspect all accessories when you receive your Air-Flo product.

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