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OWNER'S MANUAL 
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PressureGuard
 
PROTOCOL
 
Span America Medical Systems, Inc.

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  • Page 1 OWNER’S MANUAL  ® PressureGuard   PROTOCOL ™                 Span America Medical Systems, Inc.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Modes of Operation Indications for Use Intended Use CONSTRUCTION AND DESIGN FEATURES .......................... 6 Illustration Descriptions ..............................6 The Science Behind the PressureGuard Protocol Microclimate Management Design ......8 DIRECTIONS FOR SET-UP ................................9 CONTROL UNIT FUNCTIONS ..............................11  On/Off ...
  • Page 3: Document Symbols

    Document Symbols WARNING or CAUTION Direct Current WARNING: Situations or actions that Protection against the ingress of IP21 may have an effect on patient or user fingers or similar objects and safety. Ignoring a warning could cause dripping water patient or user injury. CAUTION: Points out special procedures Authorized Representative in the or precautions that persons must obey to...
  • Page 4: Introduction

    PressureGuard Protocol should always be used as part of a comprehensive medically supervised care plan that includes appropriate repositioning, nutrition, and any necessary topical therapies or incontinence management.
  • Page 5: Illustration Descriptions

    Span-America’s proprietary use of non-collapsible “Air Diffusion Matrix” fabric in both the inner air delivery cover and the outer removable coverlet creates an open pathway beneath the user, helping eliminate excess moisture from the microclimate. Because neither the inner air delivery cover nor the outer removable coverlet allow fluids to penetrate the surface, maintenance is minimal.
  • Page 6 1. Outer Removable Coverlet: The blue-colored coverlet is fluid resistant, cleanable and flame resistant. It can be replaced if damaged or worn. Its smooth outer fabric is highly vapor permeable and its crush-resistant Air Diffusion Matrix fabric provides a pathway for efficient movement of moisture vapor away from the patient. Coverlet can be routinely wiped clean and disinfected in place, or can be removed and machine laundered according to directions in this manual.
  • Page 7: The Science Behind The Pressureguard Protocol Microclimate Management Design

    THE SCIENCE BEHIND THE PRESSUREGUARD PROTOCOL MICROCLIMATE MANAGEMENT DESIGN Protocol’s proprietary “Air Diffusion Matrix” design maximizes removal of excess moisture (i.e., perspiration) from the user’s skin. Moisture passes in vapor form down through the cover, where a continuous air current takes it away before it can re-form as liquid. The Air Diffusion Matrix fabric is not collapsible, ensuring a pathway for a constant flow of air beneath the patient.
  • Page 8: Directions For Set-Up

    DIRECTIONS FOR SET‐UP 1. Confirm that the bed frame is appropriate for use with the mattress, and that the length and width of the mattress are appropriate for the frame. Place directly on a healthcare bedframe only, never on top of another mattress. WARNING: The fit of the mattress to the bed frame is important. Minimizing spaces or gaps between the mattress and frame will help prevent patient entrapment issues.
  • Page 9 6. Ensure that the three air lines that extend from the mattress are protruding through the opening in the lower right corner of the blue coverlet. If necessary, the zipper at the underside of the coverlet can be unfastened in order to retrieve air lines. Once the air lines are protruding through the coverlet opening and the zipper is refastened, the air lines from the mattress can be connected to the air lines that extend from the control unit.
  • Page 10: Control Unit Functions

    CONTROL UNIT FUNCTIONS ON/OFF: Plug power cord into wall outlet. Press ON/OFF switch to “ON”. Indicator light will change to green, along with additional lights on control panel, indicating that the unit is powered up. Unit will resume the settings it was in when last powered down. COMFORT LEVEL: For best possible pressure management, maximize immersion and envelopment by initially setting the “COMFORT LEVEL”...
  • Page 11: Low Pressure

    LOW PRESSURE: The “LOW PRESSURE” indicator light indicates that the air system is not reaching or maintaining its appropriate minimum setting. If light comes on, first check that all airlines are properly and securely connected and that they are not kinked. If light remains on 30 minutes after making these adjustments, call for service.
  • Page 12: General Directions

    Adjustment of comfort level setting may also be required. See “Comfort Setting”, above. BED RAILS: Due to concerns over the possibility of patient entrapment, Span-America recognizes that the use of rails of any length is a matter currently addressed by federal and state laws/guidelines, and by individual facility protocol.
  • Page 13: Patient Transport

    Multiple layering of linens or incontinence underpads beneath the patient should be avoided where possible for maximum pressure redistribution. SERVICE: Return the control unit for repair or service to Span-America Medical Systems. Repairs to be performed by manufacturer only. Call 800-888-6752, 8 am – 5 pm EST M-F.
  • Page 14: Storage And Transportation

    STORAGE AND TRANSPORTATION Store the mattresses in a clean, dry place. Once the mattress is removed from the box, store in a flat position if possible. Protect from damage. Avoid temperature extremes (below freezing or above 120 F). Allow to acclimate to room temperature before use. Do no stack more than 10 high. Do not stack other equipment on top of the mattresses.
  • Page 15: Waste Disposal

    Note: alcohol-based disinfectants are not effective against C. difficile and should not be used to disinfect environmental services. For further information relative to this organism and infection control in the healthcare setting, please refer to www.cdc.gov/ncidod/hip. Do not puncture the mattress with needles or sharp instruments. This may result in loss of integrity of the mattress air system or top surface low air loss bladder and will void the warranty.
  • Page 16: Mattress Preventative Maintenance

    6. Inspect the cover of the control panel to assure that the covering is not cracked or damaged, allowing liquids or other conductive material to penetrate to the switches. 7. Report any unusual sounds, burning odors, or anything unusual to maintenance personnel. Discontinue use of the power cord immediately and contact Span-America Medical Systems for replacement. MATTRESS PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE Inspect the covers and zipper area for signs of damage, puncture, or wear that could result in fluid pass- through.
  • Page 17 Guidance and manufacturer’s declaration – electromagnetic emissions The 3400 is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The customer or the user of the 3400 should assure that it is used in such an environment. Emissions test Compliance Electromagnetic environment –...
  • Page 18 NOTE 1 At 80 MHz and 800 MHz, the separation distance for the higher frequency range applies. NOTE 2 These guidelines may not apply in all situations. Electromagnetic propagation is affected by absorption and reflection from structures, objects and people. Use of main power cords other than that supplied with product by Span‐America (P10509) may affect EMC compliance with UL regulations. Power cords other than recommended by manufacturer or at lengths other than supplied length may increase remissions or decrease immunity.
  • Page 19: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS COVER: Bacteriostatic, flame resistant, fluid-proof, tear resistant High-density open-cell polyurethane. “THIS PRODUCT MEETS THE FOAM: REQUIREMENTS OF BUREAU OF ELECTRONIC AND APPLIANCE REPAIR, HOME FURNISHINGS AND THERMAL INSULATION TECHNICAL BULLETIN 117-2013.” AIR CYLINDERS: Urethane (main cylinders ), and urethane-coated nylon CONTROL UNIT: Model No.: 3400 Dimensions: 14 x 9.5 x 6.5 inches...
  • Page 20: Ordering Information

    ORDERING INFORMATION Re-order # Re-order # Catalog Re-order# Product Name Description Outer Removable Inner Air Delivery Number Mattress Only Coverlet (blue) Cover (gray) With control unit P7535-29 CLT-PM7535 C1-PM7535 PM7535-29 75”L x 35”W x 7”H With control unit P8035-29 PM8035-29 CLT-PM8035 C1-PM8035 80”L X 35”W X 7”H With control unit P8435-29...
  • Page 21: Trouble-Shooting Guide

    Call for service.  System is not turned ON.  Plug power cord into wall receptacle.  Patient not rotating /alternating  Patient not centered on mattress.  Reposition the patient.  properly.  Rotating can be difficult to observe in patients with severe  contractures. Observe someone without contractures lying on  Patient has severe contractures.  the bed for 30 minutes (approximately 2 cycles) to confirm  turning is functioning properly.  The degree of patient turn achieved is reduced with elevation of  Head of bed is elevated or knees  the head of the bed or gatching of the knees. If HOB must be  are gatched.  elevated, alternating pressure is the more appropriate mode.  Defective control unit  Call for Service.  Patient exceeds weight limit.  Call Span‐America for assistance with product selection.  Control unit is not turned on.  Turn control unit on.  Mattress not inflating or patient  Ensure secure connection of airlines at control unit and  Airlines not connected.  reports a feeling of “sinking”  mattress.  into surface.  Airlines or quick disconnect  Call for replacement.  connectors are damaged.  Lower head of bed and allow air to equalize. Return head of bed  Head of bed elevated.  to elevated position that is comfortable for patient.  Defective control unit (mattress  Call for service.  fills without patient, sinks with  patient weight).  Disconnect and reconnect airlines to verify they have all locked ...
  • Page 22 18 MONTHS from the date of purchase. During the warranty period applicable to the PressureGuard Protocol, the Company will repair, or replace, with a new product which is identical or reasonably equivalent to the warranted product, any system, pump unit, cover, or discreet, replaceable component part thereof shown to be defective in materials or workmanship.
  • Page 23: Maintenance And Repair Log

    PRESSUREGUARD PROTOCOL™ PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR LOG ® Date Air Filter Power Cord Mattress Repair Manufacturer: Span‐America Serial #: C=Cleaned OK=Okay Date Purchased: R=Repaired/Replaced P10452 R6 CO# 2648...

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