Read the following instructions for use carefully and observe the safety and warning information. 1. General information The novacare Alternating Pressure System AS1 is a system for treatment and prevention of ulcers/decu- ® bitus. As a medical aid, the product is mainly given to medical experts or professional users. Professional users are people who, due to their medical or comparable training, have sufficient knowledge of the product and its use.
Two air circuits are alternately filled with air via the control unit. Intended use The novacare alternating pressure system AS1 is suitable for use with decubitus grade I (according to ® Seiler) or category I according to EPUAP/NPUAP and is intended for a maximum weight of 120 kg.For the care of heavier persons, novacare alternating pressure systems of the ASX or APM series can be used.
Page 4
Indication: Treatment and prevention of pressure ulcers (decubiti) according to the care plan and in compliance with the national pressure ulcer standard. In case of pain or sensitivity to pain, a more suitable novacare ® should be used for this group of persons.
Regulatory requirements The alternating pressure systems of the novacare gmbh meet the following regulatory requirements: ® • Regulation (EU) 2017/745 about Medical Devices • Testing of medical electrical devices according to DIN EN 60601-1 and -11 • Test for flammability according to BS EN 597-1 and -2 (cells) •...
Page 6
Alternative positioning of the control unit: The control unit can also be operated lying down if attachment to the foot end of the bed is not possible or not desired. The feet provided on the base of the control unit enable it to be placed safely on the floor and provide sufficient distance for un- hindered air circulation.
Wipe down or disinfect the control unit regularly with a soft, damp cloth. Do not use any agents containing abrasives, phenols or diethylene glycol monoethyl ether. Disconnect the power plug before cleaning. Reprocessing in accordance with national regulatory requirements. novacare gmbh expressly ®...
The covers can be disposed of with household waste (residual waste). The applicable disposal guidelines must be observed. Disposal control unit The control unit is electrical waste and must be delivered to an appropriate disposal point. The electrical devices from novacare gmbh are registered: WEEE Reg.-No.: DE-89403200 ® Disposal packaging...
8. Abbreviations & Symbols Abbreviations EPUAP / NPUAP European Pressure Ulcer Advisory Panel / National Pressure Ulcer Advisory Panel Polyvenyl chloride Ultraviolet Symbols manufacturer Date of manufacture Reference to information in or location of the instructions for use. Safety note: The instructions for use must be observed.
• for damage and malfunctions caused by natural wear and tear or during transport. • for the replacement of wear parts. • for delivered goods that have been modified, treated or changed without the consent of novacare gmbh. ®...
Page 12
® Bruchstrasse 48 • 67098 Bad Dürkheim Deutschland Tel. +49(0)6322-9565-0 • Fax +49(0)6322-9565-65 www.novacare.de Misprints and errors are reserved. Color, material and construction changes possible.
Need help?
Do you have a question about the AS1 and is the answer not in the manual?
Questions and answers