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USE OF PRODUCT
RECEIVING AND UNPACKING
The OptiCell Soft PLUS mattress is delivered rolled up
in cardboard. Use of knives should be avoided when
unpacking and handling due to risk of damage.
An OptiCell air mattress system contains:
• 1 OC-15 pump
• 1 power cable
• 1 mattress, with air hose cable, CPR valve and OptiTex cover
Check that the product is not damaged. In the event of transport damage, see page 17.
The mattress can be set in place and made ready for use immediately.
PLEASE NOTE:
• The air pump should not be used in humid areas nor should it be left outdoors in damp
weather conditions. If the pump is exposed to water, avoid handling it until it has dried.
• Take care when handling the pump, power cable and air hoses. Air hoses can be pinched
and damaged by bed rails etc.
• The mattress’s comfort and function change depending on its air pressure in relation to the
patient’s weight. Keep in mind that a tall patient can weigh the same as a short patient, but
may need a different pressure. This must always be carefully observed for each patient.
• The biggest risk for the patient is to “bottom out” on the mattress. The basic rule is that the
part of the body to be unburdened must not be subject to pressure. If the patient “bottoms
out”, the objective of the mattress is lost. See page 11 for information on the Hand Check test.
• The patient should not be positioned with their respiratory system turned towards the mattress.
It is important that no sharp objects come in contact with the mattress.
To prevent damage to the mattress avoid knives, keys and other objects with a cutting
or puncturing ability from coming into contact with the mattress.
STORAGE
The OptiCell Soft PLUS air mattress system should be stored in the dry and at room temperature.
We recommend that the mattress be kept rolled up in one of our optional transport bags.
The mattress should not be treated carelessly when stored, as it risks being damaged.
Avoid exposing the mattress to direct sunlight for prolonged periods.
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The mattress can be used immediately after delivery and unpacking. Inflating the mattress
takes about 15 minutes and should be done before the patient is placed on the mattress.
WORKING MODES
OptiCell Soft PLUS is a static air pressure mattress with two different working modes:
• “Care”
(also called Auto-firm mode) provides maximum pressure to facilitate nursing
care (
The lamp at position D, page 14, is on
).
• “Static”
mode is active when ”Care” mode is not selected. (
The lamp at position D, page
14, is off
).
In static mode, when the patient is lying down, enter the patient’s weight as an initial
guideline.
The pump display shows the weight to which the air pressure has been set.
The air pressure can then be raised or lowered according to the patient’s wishes.
If the patient is in a sitting position, increase the weight setting on the pump. For users over
200 kg, set the pump to maximum pressure (250 kg) at the sitting position.
LOW PRESSURE ALARM
If the mattress air pressure falls too low, the
“ ”
lamp lights up and an audio alarm starts.
To respond, start by pressing the
“Alarm”
button
(position E on page 14)
to silence the alarm
and then check the following points to find the cause.
• Check that the air hose is connected correctly to the pump.
• Check that no air is leaking from the valves connecting the air cells and air hose.
• Check that the CPR valve is properly attached.
• Check all air cells for leakage. This is easiest to do when the pump is set to
“Care”
(Auto-firm mode) and all cells are properly connected.
If the alarm still persists and the
“ ”
lamp does not switch off, the mattress should be
replaced. Contact Järven Health Care for consultation and advice – information can be found
on the back cover of this manual.
