8
Film should extend 3–5 cm beyond wound margin to facilitate adequate seal.
Film should be securely anchored to periwound area to maintain an air tight seal.
Film can be cut into multiple pieces for easier handling, Make sure to retain a portion of the handling bars on each piece.
Select an appropriate loca-
tion over the dressed wound
bed for the suction pad
(FitPad) to be applied and
pinch the Transparent Film
over the area lifting slightly.
Cut a small hole in the
pinched area ( approx. 1 cm
diameter ).
Peel off the backing of the
suction pad.
Center the suction pad over
the previously cut hole in the
dressed wound and apply by
pressing firmly for adherence.
Pay attention to tubing
positioning to allow for
optimal flow: avoid placement
over bony prominences.
Step 2 – Apply Transparent Film
Step 3 – Cut hole in the film
Step 4 – Attach the suction pad
(FitPad)
a) Peel the central layer “1”
b) Place the adhesive face
down over the foam and
remove side layers “1”
c) Peel top layer “2”
d) Detach handling bars
along perforated lines
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
¨
CLICK
Step 5 – Connect the dressing tubing to the pump tubing
Make sure both parts of the Quick-connector are aligned correctly as shown in the picture below.
Push the Quick-connector together until you hear a click.
Turn on the pump and select the prescribed therapy setting.
Check that the seal is secure around Transparent Film and suction pad.
Finished dressing should be firm to the touch. If there is concern of the tube creating pressure on the wound margins, utilize
bridging technique.
Step 6 – Turn on the pump
