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Contraindications For Use (Warning)
The Pro-Plus mattress should not be used for patients with unstable
fractures, gross oedema, burns, or intolerance to motion.
General Information (Caution) (Warning)
• There are no special skills required to operate the system.
• The Medical Professional is responsible for applying his/her best
medical judgment when using the system.
• The electricity supply is of the type indicated on the Power Unit (pump).
• Check the mains lead is free from damage and is positioned so as not
to cause an obstruction, or injury. E.g. Strangulation of a child or trip
hazard.
• Ensure the mains lead cannot become trapped or crushed, e.g. by
raising or lowering of the bed or bed rails or any other moving object.
• The power unit (pump) must only be used with a suitably approved
power cord and plug set as supplied by DHS.
• The system is not to be used in the presence of flammable
anaesthetics.
• Suitable for continuous use.
• Not suitable for sterilisation.
• Do not position the power unit to make it difficult to disconnect the
power supply or plug.
• Do not place the System on or close to a source of heat.
• Do not use with hot water bottles or electric blankets.
• DHS strongly advise against smoking whilst the Power Unit (pump)
is in use. This is to prevent accidental secondary ignition of items
which may be flammable e.g. bed linen. The materials used in the
manufacture of the Pro-Plus mattress comply with the required fire
safety regulations.
• Do not use sharp objects on or near the mattress system as this will
cause damage.
• Do not store in damp conditions.
• Do not use in an oxygen enriched environment.
• Not suitable for use in an Outdoor Environment.
• Intended for both Home Healthcare and Professional Healthcare
environments.
• Do not connect to any other medical device or equipment.
• Correct fuse rating MUST be used. Failure to do so could result in the
risk of a fire.
• The System should be cleaned after use or between patients.
Refer to Cleaning section.
• All internal and external hoses must be free of twists, kinks.
The external hose should also be properly connected and positioned
so that the risk of obstruction or injury is eliminated.
• Do not use bleach, phenols. Chlorine based products which exceed
1000ppm. Solvents or alcohol based cleaners.
• All the above warnings and cautions together with safety
considerations should be observed at ALL times during its use.
• Select correct pressure ‘Hi’ or ‘Low’ as required. Care should be
taken not to accidentally change settings once set. This may affect the
desired requirement of the therapy. This could also be caused by pets,
pests or children.
• This device does not emit radiation.
Detachable/Removable Parts
1. Mattress (Detached from the pump by removing the CPR
connector). Part No. MAT/PROPLUS/200/85/16 (or variants of for
the size)
2. Electric power cable. (Removed from the pump by pulling the cable
away from the mains inlet on the side of the pump).
N.B. The battery is an integral part of the Rotor PCB and is not
removable or changeable.
Caution
Use of detachable parts not listed is not recommended by
Direct Healthcare Services.
Disposal
Please refer to DHS website for recommendations and responsibilities
for disposal within the UK WEEE guidelines.
