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Med-Aire 8” Alternating Pressure 

Mattress Replacement System 

With Low Air Loss

Item # 14027

OPERATOR’S MANUAL

Summary of Contents for 14027

Page 1: ...Med Aire 8 Alternating Pressure Mattress Replacement System With Low Air Loss Item 14027 OPERATOR S MANUAL ...

Page 2: ...E CONTENT 6 PRODUCT FUNCTIONS 7 Pump 7 Mattress 7 INSTALLATION 8 GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS 9 OPERATION 10 General 10 CPR function 12 Pressure set up 12 Low pressure warning 12 CLEANING 13 HANDLING AND STORAGE 14 MAINTENANCE 14 General 14 Low pressure 14 TROUBLESHOOTING 15 SPECIFICATIONS 16 ...

Page 3: ...se attachments not recommended by the manufacturer Never operate this product if it has a damaged cord or plug if it is not working properly if it has been dropped or damaged or dropped into water Return the product to a service center for examination and repair Keep the cord away from heated surfaces Never block the air openings of the product or place it on a soft surface such as a bed or couch ...

Page 4: ... order to prevent damage to or destruction of the equipment or other property WARNING DANGER Calls attention to a potential danger that requires correct procedures or practices in order to prevent personal injury Others Symbols on the printed label on the outside package box are as below Grounding Terminal Always read the operating instructions before use STATEMENTS SYMBOLS ...

Page 5: ...7 series has been tested and certified for the following standards UL 60601 1 CAN CSA C22 2 No 601 1 EN 60601 1 EN 60601 1 2 INTENDED USE The 14027 series is intended to reduce the incidence of pressure ulcers while optimizing patient comfort It also provides the following Individual home care setting and long term care Pain management as prescribed by a physician CONTRAINDICATION Patient conditio...

Page 6: ...cement immediately PUMP Make sure the type of pump is identical to which you purchased Functionalities vary from model to model MATTRESS Cell type The mattress comes with a zippered base The air cells are 8 in height COVER SHEET Mattress cover is quilted and zippered so that it can be zippered to the base MANUAL Always read this manual before using this product ...

Page 7: ...t or user defined level Alarm Reset 5 The audible visible alarm turns on when the pressure is low To mute the audible alarm press the reset button The visible alarm indicator will flash Re press the reset button to reactivate the alarm Static Alternating control 6 Press to set the air mattress either in static mode or alternating mode 1 Power Switch 2 Pressure adjust Knob 3 Normal Pressure Indicat...

Page 8: ...ir hoses are not kinked or tucked under the mattress Also check to ensure the CPR valve is properly attached Step 5 Plug the power cord into an electrical outlet with grounded AC power This product should be grounded The power cord has a grounding wire with a grounding pin This three wire plug must be plugged properly into an outlet and grounded as shown in the figure in the Grounding Instructions...

Page 9: ...understood or if in doubt as to whether the product is properly grounded This product has a grounding plug that looks like the plug illustrated in figure A below A temporary adapter which looks like the adapter illustrated in figure B and C may be used to connect this plug to a 2 pole receptacle as shown in figure B if a properly grounded outlet is not available The temporary adapter should be use...

Page 10: ...lways contact your authorized Drive dealer For patients When the Normal Pressure indicator green comes on to indicate that the pressure has been adjusted to a desired level of firmness the patient can then lie on the mattress A firm surface will make it easier for the patient to transfer or reposition Make use of the static mode function To sit a patient up in bed use the pressure knob Increase th...

Page 11: ... comfortable pressure level from soft to firm Pressure range 30 60 mmHg for Q2 02 NOTE For suitable pressure please refer to page 9 for the hand check procedure Step 4 The pump is preset in alternating mode and its cycle time is set at 10 min 60Hz or 12 min 50Hz Press the Static button to set it in static mode and the Static indicator will come on The static mode will be started within approximate...

Page 12: ...the pressure adjust knob turned to Firm or press Auto Firm on the panel when the mattress is first inflated Users can then easily adjust the air mattress to a desired firmness according to the patient s weight and comfort LOW PRESSURE WARNING When abnormal pressure occurs the Low Pressure indicator will come on For Q2 02 and Q2 03 the audible alarm will be activated to bring attention to a low pre...

Page 13: ...d be wet thoroughly with 1 9 Hypochiorite solution 1 part bleach to 9 parts water and allow drying for at least 10 minutes Then blot with a clean damp cloth Unzip the top cover from the mattress Brush or wipe down all surfaces with soap and water before applying any liquid Covers are immersed and soaked in disinfectant for the required incubation time After pre soaking the cover is rinsed through ...

Page 14: ...k the air hoses to see if there are kinks or breaks For replacement please contact your local agent or dealer Make sure the mattress tube is well connected Check the pump and make sure both power and power indicator are off when the switch is turned off LOW PRESSURE Examine if there is air leakage between the pump and the mattress connections or from the air mattress tubes Check connectors between...

Page 15: ...ct a qualified electrician for main power check Incomplete inflation Low Pressure 1 For a quick check adjust the pressure to Firm 2 Check to see if the tubes connected to the pump are twisted or there is any leakage occurring Always keep the tubes straight Change tubes if there is any leakage Ensure the CPR valves are closed Ensure every single cell is not broken Slow air flow A dirty filter may d...

Page 16: ...continual development of the above products specifications are subject to change without prior notice NOTE The above specifications are also applicable to those areas operating with the same power supply range AP APG NO indicates the device is NOT suitable for use in the presence of flammable anesthetic mixture with air or flammable anesthetic mixture with oxygen or flammable anesthetic mixture ni...

Page 17: ... assurance to the consumer of years of dependable service In the event of a defect covered by this warranty we will at our option repair or replace the device This warranty does not cover device failure due to owner misuse or negligence or normal wear and tear The warranty does not extend to non durable components such as rubber accessories casters and grips which are subject to normal wear and ne...

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