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c. In case of CPR emergency and quick deflation of the mattress, unzip the top sheet from the foot to the head by
pulling the zipper located by the patient right foot near the exit location of the hose assembly; or on some
mattresses by unfastening the top sheet straps from the side of the mattress. To disconnect a few air cushions
which are directly below the patient's chest from the mattress, press the quick release button on the connector
with one hand and pull the air cushion connector with the other.
2.
Foam Aire Mattress.
To deflate the FOAM AIRE mattress for CPR procedure, disconnect the mattress deflate connector which is attached to the
a.
"DEFLATE" tag from the deflate valve. If connected to a control unit, press the quick release buttons on the connector
coupling bodies and simultaneously pull the hose from the control unit flange connector
PLEASE NOTE: Before using the mattress please make sure that the mattress deflate connector is re-connected back into the
mattress deflate valve.
1.
Air Mattress.
a. To transport a patient without removing the patient off the bed, turn off the control unit, disconnect the power
cord from the power source and roll it up on the control unit securely.
b. The mattress will deflate within a few seconds after the control unit has been turned off. The bolster will remain
inflated.
c. The mattress has a 2" convoluted foam pad or optional 2" air pad to provide support to the patient when the
mattress is deflated. It is not recommended to keep the patient on the mattress for long periods of time when
the mattress air cushions are deflated.
2.
Foam Aire Mattress
a. To transport a patient without removing the patient off the bed. If used in powered mode, turn off the control
unit, disconnect the power cord from the power source and roll it up on the control unit securely.
b. The Foam Aire mattress will remain firm to transport the patient.
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