D I R E C T H E A L T H C A R E S E R V I C E S . C O . U K
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D Y N A - F O R M M E R C U R Y A D V A N C E
5. Operation
Attach the mains cable to the pump by inserting the “kettle” type connector into the recess
on located on the left hand side of the pump. The mains cable has been designed specifically
as a removable part to aid in easy replacement should it become damaged in use.
The mains plug should be turned off and removed from wall socket as a means of isolation.
Plug the mains cable into a suitable 230v mains socket and switch on the Power Unit using the on/off switch.
After the pump has been turned on both the “Hi “and the “Lo” lights will flash together intermittently
until the pump has attained its initial operating pressure. Once the pump has attained its initial
operating pressure the “Lo” light will stay on constantly and the mattress is ready for use.
5.1. Lo / Hi Settings
The Dyna-Form® Mercury Advance Mattress, in Alternating Mode, has two pressure settings.
The initial setting that the pump will revert to upon set up is “Lo”. The “Lo” comfort setting is ideal
for the lighter patient of those who feel discomfort when on a normal alternating air type mattresses
system. However, for patients with existing pressure damage or those at Very High Risk, it is
recommended that dependant on the clinical judgement of the clinician, the “Hi” setting is activated
by pressing the +/- button once, which is located on top of the pump.
In “Hi” Mode the pump attains more of the characteristics of an alternating air mattresses system
whilst still utilising the advantages of the static foam inserts. Repeatedly pressing the ‘mode’ button
enables the Lo & Hi modes to be selected in turn.
5.2. CPR Deflation
The CPR system consists of a manually operated button located on the Air Inlet connector attached
to the pump. By pressing the Red Button, which will release the connector locking system, the user
can remove the connector unit which will deflate the mattress air system back to that of a static
foam mattress.
Note: After a short period as the Mattress deflates the ‘Low Pressure’ Audible Warning is activated and can be cancelled
by switching the Power Unit off.
5.3. Troubleshooting
For assistance (if needed) in setting up, using or maintaining the Mercury Advance System, or to
report unexpected operation or events, please contact Direct Healthcare Services on the contact
details on the reverse of this manual.
6. Transportation
To change the location of the mattress, remove the Umbilical cord and allow the mattress to
return to its Static Mattress form. Switch off the Power Unit (Pump) using the on/off switch and
disconnect the electrical supply cable from the mains socket. The mattress can now be moved to
a new location where it must immediately be reconnected to the mains electrical supply and the
Power Unit (Pump) switched back on. Once the Mattress has been refilled, the ‘Alternating’ mode
will automatically revert back to the Lo setting and should be reselected to Hi should this be desired
by the clinician.
Warning: The Mattress will not ‘alternate’ when disconnected from the Power Unit (Pump) and /or the mains electrical.
Also refer to environmental conditions section at rear of this manual.
