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Issue: 5 - 12/12/2018
8.5 Function mode switch
8.5.1 Alternate
Alternating
mode is the default mode for the system. Within this mode the mattress will
operate in an alternating 1-in-2 cell cycle. The alternating cycle will continue at the
selected cycle time until another mode is selected.
8.5.2 Static
Pressing the
Function Mode Selection
button until the
Static
indicator illuminates puts
the system into
Static
mode.
Within this mode the mattress will maintain a selected constant pressure. After 30
minutes the system will automatically revert back to
Alternating
mode.
8.5.3 Constant Low Pressure (CLP)
Pressing the
Function Mode Selection
button until the
CLP
indicator illuminates puts
the system into
Constant Low Pressure (CLP)
mode.
Within this mode the internal cell pressures within the mattress will be reduced by 50%
and the mattress will provide a comfortable static surface.
8.6 Auto-Firm
Auto-Firm
mode can be selected by pressing the
Auto-Firm
button. In this mode all cells
inflate to a single pressure setting to provide a firm and stable surface for nursing
procedures or for patient ingress/egress. The system will automatically return to
Alternating
mode at the previously selected comfort level after 20 minutes.
8.7 Alternate cycle time selection
The alternating cycle times can be selected to provide an individualised care program for
each patient.
Within
Alternating
mode the alternating cycle time can be selected by pressing the
Cycle
button. Selections can be made from 10-30 minutes at 5 minute intervals. The
cycle time will be displayed in the LCD screen.
8.8 Alarm mute
The
Alarm Mute
button temporarily resets the audible
Low Pressure/Power
Failure/Service
alarms. Should the situation not be resolved and the fault condition
continues the alarm will resume notifying carer.
