Invacare CareGuard CG9701 User Manual Download Page 3

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APP Alternating Pressure Pump

3.

Turn knob on pump to the maximum setting (clockwise).

4.

Adjust the pump. Refer to Adjusting the Pump on page 3.

Adjusting the Pump

1.

Put the patient on the pad.

2.

Set the pressure to the desired setting by performing one of the following:
A. Increase Pressure - Turn the knob to the right.
B.

Decrease Pressure - Turn the knob to the left.

3.

Slide the flat portion of your hand between the pad and the mattress.

4.

If pressure is unacceptable for the patient, repeat STEP 2 until the desired pressure is reached.

FIGURE 1   

Installing the APP / Using/Adjusting the Pump

NOTE: The green light will be illuminated when the pump is in the ON position.

NOTE: It will take approximately 15 minutes for the pad to be fully inflated at the maximum 

p.s.i.
NOTE: Keep hose attached to the pad and the pump, otherwise, deflation will occur.

NOTE: The pressure of the pump can be adjusted to provide maximum effectiveness and 

pressure relief for the patient.
NOTE: The pump will cycle every five minutes, inflating and deflating the two air chambers.

NOTE: There should be a cushion of air between the pad and the mattress. If not, check 

pump and pad for leaks, tears, kinks, or breaks. If damage is found, DO NOT use. Contact 

Carrier/Dealer for further instructions.

Hose Attachment

Hook

Rubber 

Foot

Outside of Bed 

Frame

Pump

Air Chamber Openings

Pad

Hose

DETAIL A - ATTACHING THE 

PUMP TO THE BED

DETAIL B - ATTACHING THE HOSE

DETAIL C - CONTROL PANEL

Knob

Power 
Switch

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