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8100 LAL
Static Low-Air-Loss
Operating Instructions:
1) Remove standard mattress from the bed.
2) Replace standard mattress with the Static Low-Air-Loss mattress. (Be sure air tubing is at the foot
end of the bed.)
3) Strap air support mattress to bed frame on all four sides.
4) Place control unit on the footboard of the bed using the two retractable hooks located on the back
of the unit. (If no footboard is available, put blower on the floor away from traffic.) To avoid
blocking the air intake, DO NOT lay control unit on its back.
5) Attach the air tubing to the blower unit, being sure it snaps in tight. (Be sure air tubing is not
kinked and is unobstructed.)
6) Plug unit into grounded A/C 110 volt outlet.
7) Turn master power switch, located on the side of the unit, “on”.
8) Press the Autofirm button for quick inflation.
9) Press the Firm or Soft button on the control panel to select the desired level of firmness.
10) Place the patient on the bed after inflation to insure the air cells do not become twisted or kinked.
11) Fowler Feature
a. When elevating the head section of the mattress, press the Fowler button to increase
airflow for seat inflation.
12) Lock-out Feature
a. After 3 minutes, if there are no changes to the blower settings, the lockout feature will
activate.
b. Press and hold the Lock-out button for 5 seconds to disengage the lock-out feature.
13) For quick deflation or for CPR use :
a. Turn power off
b. Twist CPR connection on the mattress to open it
c. Remove the hoses from the control unit.
Notice: The mattress is equipped with a 2-inch foam pad in the mattress base for patient support and transport.