2
•
Mattress only
- for profiling beds, it is essential
that straps are secured around the movable
sections of the bed frame - damage will be
incurred when profiled if secured to fixed parts
of the frame
(FIG 1).
•
Cushion only -
Ensure that the cushion is
placed securely onto the chair with the pipes
to the rear
•
To avoid any risk of damage to the mattress/
cushion, ensure there are no sharp objects
which may come into contact with it.
•
Position the control unit by hanging the hooks
over the foot board. If there is no foot board
or the cushion is in use, place the unit on the
floor with the front facing upwards. Ensure the
rear of the unit is not obstructed by carpet,
rugs etc. It is advisable to place the unit on a
firm surface
(FIG 2).
•
Connect the mattress/cushion to the control
unit
(FIG 3).
•
Plug in and switch on.
•
The mattress/cushion will start to inflate.
Inflation can take up to 45mins. Once inflated,
ensure the straps attaching the mattress/
cushion to the bed frame/chair are secure and
hold the device in place. Secure sheets loosely
enough to ensure
they do not interfere
with cell alternation.
Transport Mode
You can achieve up to 8 hours transport time by
carrying out the following procedure:
•
Disconnect the umbilical cord from the power
unit by pressing down the release button
(FIG 4)
and pulling away
(FIG 5).
•
Switch off the control unit.
CPR - mattress only
•
Rapid deflation of the mattress may be
required for emergency treatment or system
deflation. The CPR dial is located at the foot
end of the mattress.
•
Rotate the CPR dial to the open position
(FIG
7)
, once done the entire system will rapidly
deflate.
•
To re-inflate, turn the CPR dial to the closed
position
(FIG 8)
.
•
Wait for the mattress system to reach optimal
pressure prior to a return to normal use.
QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE P1 of 2
FIG 1.
FIG 2.
FIG 8.
FIG 7.
TO BE USED IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE FULL INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE FOR THIS
PRODUCT. THIS QUICK GUIDE DOES NOT REPLACE THE FULL DOCUMENT.
Artemis II Mattress
Artemis II Cushion
The mattress is intended to support a single patient who is up to
267kg in weight and 185cm in height. For those patients of a very
low weight, typically less than 40kg and a physical size less than
146cm, clinical judgment is to be used to determine suitability.
A lower (or upper) age limit is not defined as it depends on the
physical size of the patient in relation to the proportions of the
mattress and bed frame.
The cushion is intended to support a single patient who is up
to 115kg in weight. A lower (or upper) age limit is not defined as
it depend on the physical size of the patient in relation to the
proportions of the cushion and the platform. Clinical judgement is to
be used to determine patient suitability.
ARTEMIS II
Mattress and Cushion
FIG 3.
FIG 4.
FIG 5.
