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10. Appendices > 10.1. Using the air pump with air bags and vacuum cushions
10.1. Using the air pump with air bags and vacuum
cushions
The accessories include an air pump with two valves for deflating vacuum cushions and inflating air
bags.
Vacuum cushions are soft when inflated. They can be used to simply support the patient in a
comfortable position or to allow oblique positioning when necessary. When deflated, the cushion
turns solid and can be used to immobilize the patient.
Vacuum cushions can be used instead of the normal head rest to provide the patient added support
and comfort. The cushions can be inflated or deflated at any stage during the treatment, as this
does not affect the patient's position.
Operating the pump
Fig. 119: Air pump. Right: Air hose connected to the Deflate side of the
handle.
1.
Connect the air hose to the handle of the pump.
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To deflate a vacuum cushion, connect the hose to the side marked Deflate.
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To inflate an air bag, connect the hose to the side marked Inflate.
2.
Ensure that the transparent piece of plastic tube on the vacuum cushion/air bag is securely
attached to the valve. Connect one of the attached nozzles to the end of the air hose and insert it in
the tube, as shown in the following figures.
3.
Pump air out of the vacuum cushion, or into the air bag.
Instructions for Use
109745C2 / 02-2022
Fig. 120: Connecting the air hose.
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