TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction 2. Safety Precautions 3. Product Safeguards Thank you for choosing this Aspire 4. Product Overview Active Air Acute 8 Alternating Mattress 5. Assembly & Setup Replacement. 6. Operation It is important that you read this user 7.
SYMBOLS USED IN THIS MANUAL 1. INTRODUCTION The Aspire Active Air Acute 8 (hereafter referred to as the Product) is an electrically operated Alternating The symbols below are used throughout this user manual and on the product to identify warnings and Mattress Replacement offering a suite of features for a patient at high to very high risk of pressure important information.
2. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS • AutoDetect - Based on the patients weight and size, appropriate pressure output is automatically set, It is IMPORTANT that this user manual is read entirely prior to operating this product. The document is designed to ensure that operators are equipped with the information required to competently and ensuring optimal care and protection.
Do not operate this product if the pump has a damaged power cord or plug, plug is not working properly, has been dropped or damaged or dropped/ submerged into water or another liquid. If this occurs, contact your Aspire Alternating cells dealer immediately for a product inspection.
5. ASSEMBLY & SETUP 3. Ensure the CPR valve is at CLOSE position. Box Contains: 1. Digital Mattress Pump When opening the carton, ensure it is done in 2. Mains Power Cable a safe and careful manner. DO NOT USE a box cutter or sharp implement as this may damage 3.
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WARNING! DO NOT place the Pump in an area where the power cord can become pinched or stuck. WARNING WARNING! The digital pump is only to be used with the Aspire Lifecomfort Active Air Acute 8 and not any other system. WARNING...
6. OPERATION Function Lock Out Various modes can be set on the digital pump to ensure maximum comfort and pressure redistribution Carers can lock out functions to ensure these are not accidentally toggled, impacting the operation of for the patient. the mattress for the particular patient.
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Pressure Mode Adjustment - Static, Alternating & Constant Low Constant Low Pressure Pressure CLP mode offers an immersion low pressure surface operating between 15mmHg to 29mmHg depending on comfort settings chosen. Static Mode 1. Press the MODE button until the CLP LED light is illuminated. This function stops the mattress from alternating and maintains the set pressure level for a duration of 20 minutes before defaulting back to the previously selected alternating mode.
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Auto Adjust Correct pressure levels are automatically set (dependent on patient weight) when activating the Auto Comfort (Pressure) Adjustment Adjust feature. Patients with unusual body shapes may require manual pressure adjustment. 1. Press the FIRM button to increase pressure. 1. Press and hold down the SOFT & FIRM buttons, the LED light will flash and start detecting 2.
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2. Refer to the Troubleshooting sticker on the base of the pump to identify potential solutions. If the 3. Locate pump hose and disconnect from the pump. issue persists contact your Aspire dealer or Aidacare Customer Service on 1300 133 120. LOW PRESSURE...
7. PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS General Operation turnassist Pump vengaged by a turning valve which turns the mattress up to 40 degrees, reducing the WHS effort required Dimensions (W x D x H) 420 x 230 x 130mm by a carer to move and/or reposition a patient. Weight 4.6kg Cycle Times...
WARNING! Only use fuse supplied by your Aspire Dealer, ensuring it has the correct rating and • To remove large spills or stains, the top cover should be completely removed and laundered as specification.
10. TROUBLESHOOTING 11. WARRANTY & SERVICE Aspire Active Air Acute 8 Alternating Mattress Replacements carry a comprehensive warranty as detailed PROBLEM SOLUTION below. Please keep proof of purchase for proof of warranty commencement. • Check mattress and pump are compatible, only Aspire pumps are to be used...
12. SERVICE LOG BOOK YEAR 1 YEAR 6 Date: Date: Service Type: Service Type: Condition Report: Condition Report: Action taken: Action taken: Inspected By: Inspected By: Signature: Signature: YEAR 2 YEAR 7 Date: Date: Service Type: Service Type: Condition Report: Condition Report: Action taken: Action taken:...
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