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8.
General Warnings
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This mattress system is to be installed
and put into service in accordance with
the instructions provided.
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The mattress system is typically not
suitable for child use, if it is to be used
for child occupancy ensure a risk
assessment has been undertaken taking
into account the proportions of the child
and dimensions of the mattress system
and bed.
•
Misused electrical equipment can be
hazardous.
•
Do not open the control unit – Risk of
electrical shock.
•
Exposure of the control unit to any liquid
while it is plugged in could result in a
severe electrical hazard.
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The control unit is a precision electronic
product. Use care when handling or
transporting it. Dropping or other sudden
impacts may result in damage to the
unit.
•
Repairs and service are to be conducted
by suitably trained personnel. If the
control unit is not functioning properly, or
has been damaged, unplug the unit and
take it out of service immediately.
•
Modification of the mattress or control
unit is not allowed without the written
permission of Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare
Ltd. – A hazard could be introduced.
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Accessories that have not been
approved or designed for use with the
mattress system are not to be used.
•
The control unit shall not be used in the
presence of flammable gasses or used
in oxygen rich environments – Risk of
explosion / fire.
•
The control unit functions must be locked
out when a patient is left unattended.
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Hybrid-Power
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Instructions for use
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If children, adults with learning difficulties
or even pets pose a potential risk of
intentional or unintentional tampering
with the control unit, its suitability for
use is to be considered during the initial
patient / product risk assessment.
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The mattress is for single occupancy
use. Additional weight could damage the
mattress or affect the performance of the
mattress system.
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Minimise articles (e.g. bedding) between
the mattress surface and patient, and
secure bed sheets loosely so as not to
affect mattress functionality.
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Perform regular patient skin checks –
Any tissue deterioration may require
equipment reallocation and/or a re-
assessment of the care being provided.
•
Ensure the mattress is used with a
compatible side rail and bed frame
combination – Incorrect combinations
can lead to entrapment and/or falls
hazards.
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Ensure the mattress is of the correct
type for the patient – Incorrect mattress
specification could lead to an injury.
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The mains plug is the disconnect device
for the means of isolating the control unit
from the mains supply, the plug must be
accessible at all times.
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Ensure the mains cable is plugged
into an appropriate power source at all
times.
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Ensure the mains cable is not in tension,
paying particular attention to when the
bed travels up/down.
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Precautions are to be taken when
routing the mains cable around the
bed to ensure that it does not become
squeezed, trapped or damaged by the
bed frame or other ancillary equipment -
Risk of electrocution.
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