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Sitter Elite

™

8345,

8345NC

Instruction Manual

Before using the Posey Sitter Elite, read this

entire manual and save for future reference.

The Posey Sitter Elite is an

important part of your fall

management protocols.

Ensure all parts of this

system are operational

before leaving a patient

unattended.

Summary of Contents for Sitter Elite 8345

Page 1: ...ore using the Posey Sitter Elite read this entire manual and save for future reference The Posey Sitter Elite is an important part of your fall management protocols Ensure all parts of this system are operational before leaving a patient unattended ...

Page 2: ...th Optional Cord 18 Mounting the Sitter Elite 19 Bed Mount 19 Wall Mount 20 Chair Mount 21 Choosing the Right Method for Patient Monitoring 22 Monitoring with a Sensor 22 24 Steps to Apply Under Mattress Sensor 25 Steps to Apply Over Mattress Sensor 26 Steps to Apply Chair Sensor Pad 27 Monitoring in Optional Cord and Magnet Mode 28 Connecting Optional Magnet Cord to Patient 29 The Sitter Elite an...

Page 3: ... only means of surveillance for Agitated combative or suicidal patients Patients at extreme risk of a life threatening fall ex patients with bone injuries or previous hip fractures For these patients Posey recommends use of the Sitter Elite along with a more intensive fall management measure See Posey catalog for options such as floor mats and or hip protectors among other fall management products...

Page 4: ...C HOLD SUSPEND Sitter NURSE CALL SENSOR 9V TONE 0 1 2 OFF ON DELAY MODE TONE VOLUME RECORD AC POWER Adapter OUTLET NURSE CALL OUTLET SENSOR OUTLET MODE Led HOLD SUSPEND ON OFF SWITCH BATTERY COMPARTMENT MICROPHONE MIC MAGNET PLATE Front View RIGHT SIDE View LEFT SIDE View Rear View Open Battery Door ...

Page 5: ...unfastened or PIR sensor is activated and the time the alarm activates Sensor monitoring This alarm connects to any Posey sensor pad including chair toilet above and below bed mattress and chair belt sensor and PIR sensors Bed sensors work with most institutional mattress styles and mattress overlays Alarm activates when weight is removed from sensor pad chair belt sensor is unfastened or PIR sens...

Page 6: ...ne Batteries 4 Standard Bed Bracket Cat 8276 1 Wall Chair Bracket without wire clip Cat 8276 1 Hook and Loop Adhesive Strip Attach bracket to wheelchair Also available AC power adapter Cat 8383 to power Sitter Elite without batteries Sitter Elite Nurse Call System Cat 8345NC includes Nurse Call Cable component with 8345NC System ...

Page 7: ...ries or batteries installed incorrectly may cause battery damage and may damage the alarm Remove any alarm from use and send to the appropriate facility authority if batteries are damaged or corroded or the battery compartment has signs of previous battery corrosion such as white powder residue Batteries can explode or leak and cause damage to alarm if installed incorrectly fully discharged or exp...

Page 8: ...batteries immediately when hearing the low battery chirp Depleted batteries may leak and corrode causing damage to the electronics and reliability When storing the alarm for a short period with power on to maintain custom voice messages and settings check the alarm every week to make sure the batteries are still operable and the alarm is still on If the alarm low battery alert is chirping or the a...

Page 9: ...to alarm Ensure pressure is on sensor pad chair belt sensor is connected PIR sensor is connected or magnet is on face plate 3 Press MODE button on left side of alarm to scroll through the mode selections fig 5 TONE Fig 4 TONE 0 1 2 Fig 5 VOICE TONE Depending on whether a custom voice recording is made either the factory default voice or a custom voice recorded message plays once followed by the se...

Page 10: ... at the nurse s station when the alarm is activated 7 When Voice Only or Mute are selected you must have the nurse call cable plugged into your alarm and the appropriate wall jack for your nurse call system Ensure that the nurse call system indicators nursing station and wall light are activated when the cable is unplugged from the wall jack 8 Replace the programming control protective cover secur...

Page 11: ...hes above mode selection yellow LED flashes if mode is set to Mute fig 9 3 Alarm mode must be set to either Voice and Tone or Tone see pages 9 10 in order to hear the selection 4 Press TONE button on left side of alarm to scroll through the tone selections fig 8 5 Each time you press the button tone will change and a two 2 second sample plays The last sample heard is the tone utilized for the alar...

Page 12: ...95 To Change Volume 1 Lift the programming control protective cover fig 10 2 Ensure alarm is on and either sensor pad chair belt sensor PIR sensor or magnet is attached to alarm Ensure pressure is on sensor pad chair belt sensor is connected PIR sensor is connected or magnet is on face plate 3 Alarm mode must be set to either Voice and Tone or Tone see pages 9 10 in order to hear the selection 4 P...

Page 13: ...sor detects activity before the time delay that you set expires For example if you set a 2 second time delay the alarm will not activate until after 2 seconds have expired The delay should be long enough to allow some patient movement without setting off alarm but still give sufficient warning when patient attempts to exit a bed or chair Assess patient frequently to ensure that a time delay is app...

Page 14: ...IC on front top left corner of alarm fig 16 NOTE Changing alarm volume will not change message recording volume Your distance from the MIC and how loud you speak controls message volume To increase volume re record message in a louder voice with your mouth closer to MIC 7 Recording will stop when you release the RECORD button or time 10 seconds expires If you exceed the time allowed recording will...

Page 15: ...r is not connected alarm will remain on HOLD 4 The HOLD feature Allows patient to be away from bed or chair for extended periods without alarm activating e g for meals therapy toileting etc When patient returns and weight is applied to sensor chair belt sensor is connected or PIR sensor is connected alarm will beep once to indicate monitoring has resumed The red LED below HOLD SUSPEND will no long...

Page 16: ...ure Allows patient to be away from bed or chair for extended periods without alarm activating e g for meals therapy toileting etc When patient returns and weight is applied to sensor chair belt sensor is connected or PIR sensor is connected alarm will beep once to indicate monitoring has resumed The red LED below HOLD SUSPEND will no longer be flashing Helps ensure continuity of care when there ar...

Page 17: ...ill accept both alkaline or rechargeable batteries However connecting the alarm to AC power does not charge the rechargeable batteries This is a safety feature to prevent potential battery damage if the wrong type of batteries are inserted while the alarm is connected to AC power Only use the Posey AC power adapter Cat 8383 to power your alarm Using an adapter other than the Posey adapter may dama...

Page 18: ...g station or at the bedside if the nurse call cable is unplugged from the alarm If the nurse call cable is unplugged from the alarm when it is in Voice Only or Mute mode the alarm will default to Voice and Tone as a failsafe For safe use with nurse call cable DO NOT stretch or strain cable to avoid possible damage and possible malfunction DO NOT attach cable to moving parts of the bed or chair tha...

Page 19: ...o bracket from top down until it is firmly in place fig 22 3 Choose location on head or footboard where patient cannot reach or tamper with the alarm or connections 4 Pull bracket wire away from alarm to create an opening wide enough to fit the head or footboard Slide bracket onto bed and push down to ensure a snug fit Make sure indicator lights are in clear view of staff 5 To remove alarm gently ...

Page 20: ...ectrical wires that could be damaged Drill holes where marked and insert anchors Position bracket over holes Insert and tighten screws 4 Slide alarm onto bracket from top down until it is firmly in place 5 To remove alarm gently push release lever IN while sliding alarm up and out fig 25 6 Make sure sensor and or nurse call cables can be secured out of the way and do not present a tripping hazard ...

Page 21: ...p side facing out Wrap the straps firmly around the wheelchair frame fig 26 3 Screw Attachment To attach the Sitter Elite to a wheelchair using the chair bracket and a screw mount choose a location on rear of chair out of the patient s reach where an existing chair screw can be removed to mount bracket Use a screwdriver to remove chair screw Place flat side of bracket against chair back with relea...

Page 22: ...the PIR sensor is activated or magnet is removed from face plate see pages 22 24 Monitoring with a Sensor Magnet and Sensor Modes CANNOT be used at the same time A connected sensor will ALWAYS override the magnet If you are using a sensor cord for monitoring with the alarm ALWAYS remove the magnet and store it in a safe place while the sensor is being used If you are monitoring with the sensor fea...

Page 23: ...sor in place and before leaving patient unattended see instructions below Do not use any alarm or sensor that does not alarm each time it is tested 1 Remove and store magnet when a sensor is in use If magnet is on the alarm face plate the alarm will NOT activate if sensor is disconnected Store magnet in a safe place out of the patient s reach 2 Make sure alarm is ON and in monitoring mode LED Mode...

Page 24: ...ake contact with the sensor and will activate the alarm when pressure is removed even if the head or foot of the bed is articulated Chair Belt Sensors In addition to steps 1 6 on the previous page For Safe Use in all Sensor Modes press self release button to unfasten buckle or separate hook and loop straps fig 31 Alarm should activate each time you do this PIR Sensors In addition to steps 1 6 on t...

Page 25: ...activate Press the HOLD button You have 30 seconds to transfer the patient to the bed before monitoring begins see instructions on page 15 for use of the HOLD button 7 Test sensor and alarm see below 8 Position patient in bed with weight directly over sensor Sensor at Shoulder Position Sensor Under Buttocks Bed Frame Mattress Fig 33 Testing Alarm and Sensors ALWAYS check sensor when connecting it ...

Page 26: ... patient in bed with weight centered on sensor pad Fig 36 Sensor At Shoulder Position Sensor Under Buttocks Mattress Bed Frame A B Testing Alarm and Sensors ALWAYS check sensor pads when connecting them to a Posey alarm You can check a pad by attaching it to the sensor cable outlet in the alarm activating the alarm and placing pressure on the pad fig 38 When the pressure is released the alarm shou...

Page 27: ... in chair with weight centered on sensor pad Steps to Apply a Chair Belt and PIR Sensor NOTE Refer to the warning label and product insert for these sensors Follow all warnings use instructions and steps for proper attachment Testing Alarm and Sensors ALWAYS check sensor pads when connecting them to a Posey alarm You can check a pad by attaching it to the sensor cable outlet in the alarm activatin...

Page 28: ...the following when choosing proper cord length Bed Use Cord should allow enough movement to enhance sleep comfort but be short enough to alert staff if patient moves out of the safety zone Consider the extra distance from head of bed to wall if monitor is wall mounted Cord should be in DIRECT LINE from patient to magnet on face of alarm Adjust cord length EACH TIME you raise or lower the bed or th...

Page 29: ...ect magnet and check all connections Do not leave a patient unattended unless the alarm activates each time the magnet is removed from the face plate Patients with Pacemakers or Defibrillators The Posey Sitter Elite is designed to safely monitor patients with external or implanted Pacemakers or Defibrillators However extra care must be taken with magnets around these devices see Warnings below To ...

Page 30: ...straps cross over sensor pad and patient moves pressure from straps may prevent alarm from activating If patient falls out of bed or chair and is suspended in the restraint serious injury or death may occur from chest compression or suffocation fig 47 ALWAYS use Hospital Bed Safety Workgroup HBSW compliant bed side rails Use gap fillers to reduce the risk that patient s body or limbs may fit over ...

Page 31: ...e 28 Assess patient frequently to ensure that a time delay is appropriate Set the delay at zero 0 with patients at EXTREME risk of injury from a fall associated with an unassisted bed chair or toilet exit see page 13 Before each use check that Alarm is securely mounted out of the patient s reach see page 19 and functions properly by activating alarm see pages 22 24 Indicator lights are in clear vi...

Page 32: ...en or wires disconnected and is securely connected to the alarm 4 Disconnecting the sensor from the alarm will cause the alarm to activate This is called a failsafe mode Disconnect the sensor to make sure the failsafe mode works DO NOT use the alarm if the alarm does not sound when the sensor is disconnected 5 When connecting the alarm to the nurse call system check that the nurse call cable is se...

Page 33: ...oning alarm and or sensor DO NOT use the alarm or sensor if it does not activate each time weight is removed from the sensor the chair belt sensor is unfastened or the PIR sensor is activated see page 23 2 Make sure sensor pad air intake neck of over mattress or chair sensor pad is clear and not blocked Air must flow freely in and out of sensor for alarm to function Make sure liquid does not enter...

Page 34: ...e battery contacts 3 Tilt case DOWN and use liquid cleaners sparingly Make sure liquid does not get into main section of alarm case 4 Make sure compartment is completely dry before inserting fresh batteries Battery Compartment Battery Leakage If there is ANY evidence of battery leakage remove the alarm from use and notify the appropriate facility authority The alarm should be disposed of according...

Page 35: ...t sensor cord and RJ11 plug are clean and undamaged Check plug connection to alarm Check sensor pad for creases or damage to vinyl cover Check neck of over mattress sensor pad for signs that urine or other liquids have leaked into pad Patient may not be heavy enough to activate sensor Shoulder Placement Adjust sensor so it is centered at shoulder blade area and patient makes contact with pad Try a...

Page 36: ...alarm when pressure is removed even if the head or foot of the bed is articulated Apply pressure to sensor in several areas to check that alarm activates see page 23 Ensure batteries are not corroded see page 8 Problem No Alarm when patient exits bed or chair see pages 22 27 Solution Make sure alarm is ON LED Mode light flashing green or yellow Mute mode only Check batteries If needed insert four ...

Page 37: ...cess the Voice Only or Mute mode settings see pages 9 10 18 Solution The Voice Only and Mute modes are available ONLY while nurse call interface is in use Check that nurse call cable is properly connected to alarm and nurse call panel jacks Problem In Voice and Tone or Voice Only modes custom voice message does not play see page 14 Solution Remove batteries from alarm for at least 1 hour to allow ...

Page 38: ...n Chair Pad Sensor Single Patient Use Cat 8309 Electronic pressure sensitive sensor pad designed for single patient use in a wheelchair or Geri chair Measures 13 x 13 33 cm x 33 cm Posey Under Mattress Bed Sensor Heavy Cat 8285H Electronic pressure sensitive sensor for under mattress use Calibrated for standard hospital mattresses weighing more than 42 lbs 19 kgs with a minimum patient weight of 1...

Page 39: ...und back of chair with one set of metal loops at one end to allow the other strap to attach through metal loops Exit Alarm Mat Small Cat 8250S Electronic pressure sensor pad for use on floor Activates alarm when patient steps on sensor Measures 36 x 24 91 cm x 61 cm Designed for use in a doorway Exit Alarm Mat Large Cat 8250L Electronic pressure sensor pad for use on floor Activates alarm when pat...

Page 40: ...Size 3 6 W x 6 L x 2 2 D 9 cm x 15 cm x 5 6 cm Weight 10 2 oz 13 7 oz with batteries 0 29 kgs 0 39 kgs with batteries Power Supply Four 4 AA alkaline batteries Optional AC power adapter Cat 8383 9 VDC Battery Life Expectancy Approximately 30 days of daily use may vary Current Drain Non alarmed monitoring mode 0 45 mA maximum alarm volume 132 mA Alarm Maximum Volume 100 5dB Voltage Range 4 6 6 3 VD...

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