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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 cells are not alternating and the internal cell pressure within the
mattress is set at 15mmhg to provide a comfortable static surface.
8.5.4 Turning feature
(Alternating Mode only)
Turning the Yellow
L& R Turn Valve
activates the turning function of the mattress.
Turning the patient right
Opening the Left valve raises the left side for half of the cycle time set for
alternating mode, allowing the patient to be turned to the right.
Turning the patient left
Opening the right valve raises the right side for half of the cycle time set for
alternating mode, allowing the patient to be turned to the left.
The rising of the left or right side commences at the start of the alternating
cycle time. Leaving the valve open results in the turn function being
repeated at the start of the next cycle.
Both valves open is for full lateral turning.
To stop the turning mode, close the turning valves to the flat position.
Valve when mattress is flat
Valve showing the turn
symbol
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