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Maintenance & Cleaning

Handle

The exterior of the Handle can be  
periodically wiped using a cloth  
dampened with disinfectant.

Control Unit

  Ensure the Control Unit is disconnected from the 

mains electricity supply before cleaning.

  Do not spray disinfectant directly on to the 

Control Unit, or immerse the Control Unit in 
any type of liquid. This could result in a severe 
electrical hazard as this equipment has no 
protection against ingress of water.

  This equipment is not suitable for use in the 

presence of a flammable anesthetic mixture with 
air or with oxygen or nitrous oxide.

Wipe down Control Unit with warm water containing 
detergent (or with a solution of Sodium Hypochlorite or 
similar) and dry thoroughly before use. 

Air Filter Replacement

1.   Switch off the power supply to the  

Control Unit. 

2.  Disconnect the power cord and air hoses.

3.   Place the Control Unit on a flat surface with its back 

panel uppermost (place soft cloth under unit to 
prevent scratches).

4.   Carefully remove the air filter cover. Remove and 

discard the filter and fit with a new filter (there may 
be a small locking screw – use a small Phillips Head 
screwdriver to remove this first).

5.   Refit the air filter cover to the Control Unit. The Control 

Unit is now ready for re-connection.

  Good filter maintenance is critical to maintain 

your SoftAIR system to optimal operating 
condition. Failure to keep the filters clean will 
result in system downtime and increase repair 
costs. It is recommended that the air filter be 
replaced annually. Replacement air filters are 
available from your local Invacare Ltd sales 
office.

Fuse Replacement

1.   Switch off the power supply to the Control Unit.

2.   Remove the power cord from the electrical socket 

on the side of the Control Unit.

3.   Insert a small flat head screwdriver into the  groove 

and turn anti-clockwise (1/4 turn). 

4.   Remove the “blown” fuse from the fuse holder clip 

and discard.

5.   Insert a new fuse into the plug. Push against the 

force of the spring and turn clockwise with the 
screwdriver (1/4 turn).

  Ensure the replacement of fuses is carried out    

in accordance with local legislation. 

Summary of Contents for SoftAir EXCELLENCE

Page 1: ...SoftAirEXCELLENCE250mmAlternatingMattressSystem User Manual...

Page 2: ...mportant to read this manual and understand the operating instructions and safety precautions Failure to do so could result in patient injury and or damage to the product If you have any questions ple...

Page 3: ...tem Installation 7 Control UnitActivation 7 OPERATION 8 Control Unit Panel 8 Mattress Function 9 Alarm Functions 10 Removal Transport Function 11 TROUBLESHOOTING 12 CLEANING 14 MAINTENANCE 16 TECHNICA...

Page 4: ...se the power cord supplied with the system Exposure of the electronic Control Unit to any liquid while it is plugged in could result in a severe electrical hazard Always use fuses of the same rating a...

Page 5: ...trolunitarefourmaleairconnectors forconnectingthehandle Therapidreleasehandleincludesacapwhichcanbe insertedintothehandleduringtransportation Whenin transportationmode testshaveproventhatthesystem wil...

Page 6: ...e that may have occurred during transportation Any damaged or missing parts must be reported to your local Invacare Ltd sales office immediately Please refer to the back page for contact details SoftA...

Page 7: ...ide rails as straps will tear a Position the Control Unit by placing the hooks over the foot board of the bed or side rails b Connect the handle to the Control Unit Ensure the air hose does not kink b...

Page 8: ...back toAlternation Mode after 20 minutes E Pressure Arrow Buttons Press the arrows to increase or decrease the pressure setting Eight pressure settings are available from soft to hard 18mmHg to 60mmHg...

Page 9: ...wered 5 Repeat the Bottoming Out test after pressure has been lowered In the event of a system malfunction the alarm will activate and pressure LEDs will flash Establishing Pressure inclined position...

Page 10: ...s and corresponding Pressure Setting LED displays are illustrated below Operation Display Alarm Signal Initial Failure Mattress has failed to reach minimum operational pressure within 50 minutes Low P...

Page 11: ...nce transportation is complete Regularly perform a Bottoming Out test to ensure the patient is appropriately supported as air pressure is released from all internal static cells as well as alternating...

Page 12: ...oses Check the CPR tag is attached and both sealing connectors are firmly secure 3 Check all air hoses along the inside of the mattress each should be firmly connected Check each air cell is securely...

Page 13: ...t the air hoses to reduce pressure reconnect when pressure has decreased 3 Check for twists in the air hoses between the mattress and Control Unit 4 Switch on Power Patient is sinking or bottoming out...

Page 14: ...n heat dry cycle If there are no visible signs of body fluids and or substances on the top cover the top cover should be sanitised 1 Apply an intermediate level disinfectant or a solution of Sodium Hy...

Page 15: ...to prevent scratches 4 Carefully remove the air filter cover Remove and discard the filter and fit with a new filter there may be a small locking screw use a small Phillips Head screwdriver to remove...

Page 16: ...2000mm Width 830mm 880mm Height 250mm including side formers Weight 9 5kg 10 8kg Control Unit Dimensions Length 290mm Width 170mm Height 270mm Weight 3 2kg Cell Material 0 15mm TPU film laminated on 2...

Page 17: ...prior to return Returns should include information describing the problem and or requested repair and be sent to your local Invacare Ltd sales office by prepaid transportation Invacare Ltd will return...

Page 18: ...ark Tel 45 58 85 27 22 Fax 45 58 85 43 86 Invacare Norway Invacare AS Grensesvingen 9 Postboks 6230 Etterstad N 0603 Oslo Norway Tel 47 22 57 95 00 Fax 47 22 57 95 01 Invacare Sweden Invacare AB Fager...

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