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® STAGE IV - 2000/3000 Pressure Relieving Systems Operating Instructions Revised 1/14/02 SenTech Medical Systems...
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Failure to do this could result in patient injury and/or damage to the product. If you have any questions, please contact SenTech Medical Customer Service at 800-474-4225 or 954-739-4972. Page 2...
1.0 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS – Physician Orders – The STAGE IV 2000/3000 systems should only be used by order of a physician. Always consult with the patient’s physician before placing a patient on the STAGE IV 2000/3000 systems. Contraindications – Certain medical conditions and treatments are contraindicated for use of the STAGE IV 2000/3000 systems.
The Controlled Low Air Loss (LAL) feature of the Stage IV systems provide an optimum temperature environment to assist in patient healing and comfort. LAL therapy is delivered through a patented SenTech Coverlet that provides a flow of diffused air directly to the patients skin through thousands of microscopic micro-vents.
INSTALLATION – NOTE: It is recommended that all shipping and packing material be saved in the event that the product has to be sent back to SenTech Medical. Unpacking and Inspection - Carefully remove the controller, mattress and all accessories from the shipping cartons.
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Installation of Electronic Controller - Hang the STAGE IV 2000 or 3000 controller over the footboard of the bedframe. Coverlet Hose: Connect the single Low Air Loss hose from the center of the coverlet to the connector on the right side of the controller labeled “Low Air Loss”.
OPERATION – The control panels for the STAGE IV 2000/3000 electronic controllers are shown in the diagrams below. Refer to these diagrams as you read the OPERATION section. STAGE IV 3000 CONTROL PANEL STAGE IV 2000 CONTROL PANEL STAGE IV 2000 CONTROL PANEL...
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4.1 Functions and Settings – Many of the functions and settings on the STAGE IV 2000 and Stage IV 3000 systems are the same. Where differences are present, they will be noted. Power The ON/OFF switch is located next to the electrical cord on the right side of the controller.
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Scrolls through the various setting fields. The active field is displayed in the update window and the appropriate indicator is illuminated. The table below shows the selection options available: PATIENT PRESSURE STAGE IV 2000 WEIGHT HEIGHT CHAIR STAGE IV 3000 WEIGHT...
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NOTE: The AUTO SET setting is not appropriate for all patients. Some patients may require custom settings for optimal therapy. To select a custom setting for the Stage IV 2000, toggle the SELECT key until BED is displayed and adjust the pressure by using the UP and DOWN arrow keys.
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3. To resume normal operation of the mattress, close the CPR device by fully inserting the CPR hoses onto the connector. The Stage IV 2000 has two (2) CPR hoses; the Stage IV 3000 has four (4) hoses. Page 12...
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4.4.2 Hospital Grade CPR Pull – The CPR pull is located at foot of the mattress on the patient’s right side. To activate, rotate ¼ turn clockwise and pull. All air cells will begin to deflate and air will be rapidly evacuated.
Put the filter back into the filter housing and snap filter grill into place. To ensure optimal performance of your STAGE IV 2000/3000 electronic controllers, calibration should be verified every 12 months. Contact SenTech Customer Service for calibration information.
CPR plugs pressure in less than are fully inserted into the or equal to 20 hoses (Stage IV 2000 = 2 minutes. This is hoses / Stage IV 3000 = 4 usually an indication hoses). For the Hospital...
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE (Continued) – Problem Cause Solution The height The units of measure, Select proper units of and weight i.e., English or metric, measure by pressing settings may be selected the ENGLISH/METRIC appear to be incorrectly. key and re-enter patient reversed.
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(See Section 7.0 for fuse information and ratings). If this does not correct the problem, contact SenTech Customer Service at 800-474- 4225 for Repair & Service information 10. The controller Dirt has clogged the Contact SenTech...
SenTech by prepaid transportation, together with information describing the product’s performance. It will be returned to the customer at SenTech’s expense. Warranty repairs do not extend the life of the warranty period. During the warranty period, SenTech will provide one Bio-Med at no charge, excluding shipping.
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SenTech Medical Systems, Inc 5353 NW 35 Ave Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33309 Phone: 954-739-4972 FAX: 954-739-2779 Web Site: sentechmedical.com STAGE IV is a registered trademark of SenTech Medical Systems, Inc. Ft. Lauderdale, FL Page 20...
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