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Warning
• Always disconnect the control unit from the main power supply
prior to performing any maintenance procedures (when viable).
• No modification of this equipment is allowed.
• The dynamic system should be vacated by the patient before
any maintenance or inspection takes place. If this is not possible
due to the patient’s mobility, care should be taken for the service
engineer not to make contact with the patient when working on
electrical items.
• Only Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare Ltd. approved components
specified for the Artemis dynamic system are to be used - if
in doubt contact Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare Ltd. or your local
distributor.
Only authorised service personnel or Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare Ltd. service
engineers should carry out repairs or service activities. For Service & Support
outside of the UK & Northern Ireland please contact the local distribution company
from where this equipment was purchased. Failure to do so may result in the
product warranty becoming void.
The mattress system must be serviced once
yearly, as a minimum.
Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare Ltd. also recommends that the
carer performs frequent visual and operational inspections. If there are any signs
of damage or the system is not performing as it should withdraw it from service
until the system has been repaired and is fit for use again.
Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare Ltd. recommends that the following maintenance
procedure is performed every 12 months:
12. MAINTENANCE
• Check that the air filter is in good condition and replace or clean as required.
• Check that all electrical functions operate correctly on the control unit.
• Check that all audible and visual indicators work appropriately (when plugged
in and unplugged from mains supply).
• Check that the battery is still functional and operates in the event of a power
loss.
• Check that the mattress reaches the required pressures.
• Check the CPR connection on the mattress.
• Check the cover for tears, punctures, abrasion marks and split seams.
• Check for signs of fluid ingress/staining to the underside of the cover.
• Check that all piping and cells within the mattress are in good condition and
that there is no kinking evident.
• Check the control unit housing is not cracked or damaged, if damaged the
control unit must be removed from operation immediately.
