STATEMENTS & SYMBOLS NOTE Indicates some tips or some information users should be aware of. CAUTION Indicates correct operating or maintenance procedures to be carefully followed to prevent damage to or destruction of the equipment or other properties. WARNING/DANGER Attention should to be paid to a potential danger that requires correct procedures or practices in order to prevent personal injury.
INTRODUCTION Read this manual completely before setting up or operating this system. This manual should be used for the initial set up of the AIR WAVE MATTRESS SYSTEM, Pump Model # Q20 Series & Mattress Model # AW7000 and for reference purposes. General The AIR WAVE MATTRESS System is a high quality air support surface suitable for medium to high-risk pressure ulcer prevention and treatment.
Contraindication Patient conditions for which the application of low air loss therapy on a non-alternation system is contraindicated are as follows: Cervical or skeletal traction Unstable spinal cord injuries...
PACKAGE CONTENT PUMP Check the package to confirm you received the correct Pump, Model # Q20 Series, that works with Mattress Model # AW7000. Each pump model works with a specific mattress model. MATTRESS The mattress supplied with the pump is an 8”...
PRODUCT FUNCTIONS PUMP The functions of the pump for the AIR WAVE MATTRESS System are described below. Please refer to the figures of each type. Power Switch (1) The switch is at the right-hand side of the pump. Press the ON/OFF power switch and the pump will start/stop working. ...
AIR FILTER The Air Filter is located on the back of the pump, under a small cover. Check and clean the Air Filter monthly. Replace the filter when it gets clogged. MATTRESS When the AIR WAVE MATTRESS is connected to the pump, the pressure in the air mattress provides the pressed area of the body of immobile and bedridden patient’s, a brief rest to allow for normal blood circulation.
INSTALLATION Place the mattress flat on the bed frame. The inflation tube should be towards the foot of the bed so that it can be connected to the inflation nozzles on the pump. See figure below for reference. Hang the pump over the frame or at the foot board of the bed. Make sure the pump is secured.
OPERATION Always read the operating instructions before use. General This product is designed to provide maximum comfort to long term care patients. Make sure to use this product in a proper way to optimize its value. Here we provide some general information the user should be aware of.
Turn the power ON A BEEP sound will begin the operation. The indicator (green) of the power switch will light up, and the pump starts to pump air into the mattress. The LOW PRESSURE indicator (red) will flash as the inflation of the mattress takes place. NOTE If the pressure does not reach 20 mmHg 40 minutes after the pump is turned on, the LOW PRESSURE indicator will continue flashing.
CLEANING In this section, the procedure to clean and decontaminate the pump will be described. It is important to follow these procedures before applying the system to patients. The cleaning task is required at least once a week to maintain personal hygiene. Pump ■...
Mattress ■ Brush off or wipe down all surfaces of the cover sheet with soap and water before wetting with any liquid disinfectant. ■ Any obvious blood spots should be wet thoroughly with an 1:9 Hypochiorite solution (1 part bleach to 9 parts water) and allow drying for at least 10 minutes. Then blot with a clean, damp cloth.
HANDLING AND STORAGE ■ Lay the mattress out flat and upside down. ■ Roll from the foot end towards the head end. The foot-end strap can then be stretched around the rolled mattress to prevent unrolling. ■ Do not fold, crease or stack the mattress. ■...
TROUBLESHOOTING Problems Solutions The pump doesn’t work 1. Check if the plug is inserted firmly into the outlet. 2. Turn on the power switch again. If the power indicator is ON and the pump doesn’t work, contact your local dealer immediately. ...
NOTE The above specifications are also applicable to those areas operating with the same power supply range. AP/APG NO indicates the device is NOT suitable for use in the presence of flammable anesthetic mixture with air or with oxygen or nitrous oxide. Type BF symbol indicates the degree of protection against electric shock.
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