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- Page 1 PRESSUREGUARD APM ® OWNER’S MANUAL PressureGuard ® Span-America Medical Systems, Inc.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS DOCUMENT SYMBOLS ............................1 INTRODUCTION ..............................3 Description Intended Use Indications for Use Modes of Operation CONSTRUCTION AND DESIGN FEATURES ....................5 DIRECTIONS FOR SET-UP AND USE ......................6 CONTROL UNIT OPERATION ........................... 9 GENERAL DIRECTIONS .............................10 Bed Linens Bed Rails Storage... -
Page 3: Document Symbols
DOCUMENT SYMBOLS This manual contains different typefaces and symbols to make the content easier to read and understand: Standard text – used for regular information. • Boldface text – stresses a word or phrase. • NOTE: - sets apart special information or important instruction clarification. •... - Page 4 : ON (power: connection to the mains) • • : OFF (power: disconnection from the mains) Warning: This product contains/may contain chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer and/or birth defects or other reproductive harm. P10773 R2 CO# 2619...
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Page 5: Introduction
7. Never operate this product if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working properly, if it has been dropped or damaged, or dropped into water. Contact Span-America Medical Systems, Inc., for return of Control Unit for examination and repair. - Page 6 7. N’utilisez jamais ce produit si un cordon ou une prise est endommagé, s’il ne fonctionne pas correctement, s’il a été laissé tombé ou endommagé, ou s’il est tombé dans l’eau. Retournez l’unité à Span-AmericaMedical Systems, Inc. pour une inspection et une réparation.
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Page 7: Construction And Design Features
llustration Descriptions CONSTRUCTION AND DESIGN FEATURES The air-cylinder inflation system and the foam shell work in concert to maintain low interface pressures throughout the surface, making the APM family of mattresses effective for prevention and treatment of pressure injuries. The bacteriostatic top fabric is fire resistant, fluidproof, tear resistant, Cover cleanable, and replaceable. -
Page 8: Directions For Set-Up And Use
DIRECTIONS FOR SET-UP and USE PRESSUREGUARD APM WITH 5500 CONTROL UNIT 1. Place the PressureGuard mattress on the bed frame with the airline connectors at the ® foot end of the bed. The mattress has a gray vinyl side that should be down on the bed frame, and a green or silver fabric side that should be face up toward the patient. - Page 9 4. Ensure that green On/Off switch at side of control unit is “Off”. Plug power cord into wall outlet. Press On/Off switch “ON”. CAUTION: Never thread airline through mechanical parts of the bed or bed rails where normal bed movement may damage the airlines or the air control unit itself. Check to be sure the routing of the air lines or the motion of the bed does not impede air flow by crimping the air lines ATTENTION : N’insérez jamais une conduite d’air à...
- Page 10 5. When power switch is turned to ON, the unit will begin performing a system check. This fills the air system completely, in order to confirm the proper connection and function of both the mattress and the control unit prior to a patient being placed on the surface. If the mattress is completely empty of air, this can take as long as 20 minutes.
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Page 11: Control Unit Operation
CONTROL UNIT OPERATION Allows selection of air cylinder firmness within a Comfort Level Selection: relatively small range. Use knob to achieve desired setting. Begin in softest setting, then adjust for comfort as desired. Mode Selection: Press rocker switch to select “Alternate” or “Float. “Alternate”... -
Page 12: General Directions
Ne pas utiliser le matelas si la housse est endommagée 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: Power Loss
shipment, use box and packaging as provided by the manufacturer. ELECTROMAGNETIC OR OTHER INTERFERENCE – see Appendix on page 15. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to other devices in the vicinity. - Page 14 1. Sometimes this happens when the head of the bed is elevated and the mattress is in alternating pressure mode. This sensation is a combination of the deflation of the cylinders during their cycle and the increased weight of the patient on the sacrum and pelvis when the head of the bed is elevated.
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Page 15: Maintenance
MAINTENANCE CLEANING: For the mattress, only the cover requires cleaning and maintenance. Disassembly of the support surface for maintenance of internal components is not recommended. Clean and disinfect mattress covers following contamination with bodily fluids and between patients. The cover can be cleaned in place by wiping with neutral suds and lukewarm water. Rinse and allow to air dry for approximately 20-30 minutes before use. - Page 16 and caregivers. Wipe down the pump unit with a damp cloth pre-soaked with a mild detergent. Avoid contact with dust and proximity to dusty areas. Make sure that any cleaning agents you use will not harm or corrode the plastic casing on the pump unit. All components should be air dried thoroughly before use.
- Page 17 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, Inc. for replacement. INSPECTION DE ROUTINE DES CORDONS D’ALIMENTATION ET CONSEILS DE SÉCURITÉ POUR EMPÊCHER UN INCENDIE 1.
- Page 18 Mattress Inspect the covers and zipper area for signs of damage, puncture, or wear that could result in fluid pass-through. If the cover is stained, soiled, or torn, inspect the internal components for signs of contamination. If contamination is evident, quarantine the mattress and remove from service following infection control procedures.
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Page 19: Technical Description
TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION MATTRESS Cover - Bacteriostatic, flame resistant, fluidproof, tear resistant COMPONENTS: Foam - High-density open-cell polyurethane. Conforms to NFPA 101 small scale and Cal TB# 117:2013. Air Cylinders - Urethane and/or Fabric Coated PVC ELECTRICAL: 5500 Model: AC 100-120V, 60 Hz, 0.16 A 14W. Fuse Rating: T1A, 250V Control units UL approved to UL 60601-1 ENVIRONMENT:... -
Page 20: Emc Infromation
APPENDIX A: EMC INFORMATION Guidance and Manufacturer’s Declaration- Electromagnetic Emissions: This device is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The user of this device should make sure it is used in such an environment. Emissions Test Compliance Electromagnetic Environment-Guidance Harmonic emissions Class A... - Page 21 Guidance and Manufacturer’s Declaration - Electromagnetic Immunity: This device is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The user of this device should make sure it is used in such an environment. Immunity Test IEC60601 test level Compliance Electromagnetic Environment-Guidance Portable and mobile RF communications equipment should be used no closer to any part of...
- Page 22 radio, AM and FM radio broadcast and TV broadcast cannot be predicted theoretically with accuracy. To assess the electromagnetic environment due to fixed RF transmitters, an electromagnetic site survey should be considered. If the measured field strength in the location in which the device is used exceeds the applicable RF compliance level above, the device should be observed to verify normal operation.
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Page 23: Ordering Information
ORDERING INFORMATION Product Name Catalog Number Mattress Size PressureGuard APM 5175-29 75”L X 35”W X 7”H Alternating pressure, 5500 Control Unit 5180-29 80"L X 35”W X 7”H 5184-29 84”L X 35”W X 7”H Replacement Air Systems For APM, 80” and 84” model 5780 For APM, 75”...
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