ProAxis
plus
™ Electric Profiling Bed and Pressure Area Care System
Instruction for use and trouble shooting guide
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ProAxis Plus Operating Instructions 3.1 Dated 18/05/11 12/24
2.6 Operating Instructions
Before using ProAxis
plus
, ensure the Operations and Safety Installation section has been
followed. Important: ProAxis
plus
should be plugged into the mains at all times, the battery
backups are for emergencies only.
Positioning the Patient
Use the patient / nurse handset to slightly profile the bed to identify the dropping hinge
section. Ensure the sacrum area is above the hinge between the back-rest and thigh
section of the platform.
This will ensure that when the backrest is raised, the hinge drops, the automatic knee-
break is operated, and the patient does not slip down the mattress.
In normal circumstances, it will be necessary to use no more than two pillows. If the patient
requires sitting up the backrest should be raised and the use of pillows for “propping” the
patient up should be avoided.
Safety Sides & Headboards
The system will normally be supplied with safety sides fitted and positioned either side of
the mattress platform. These are adjusted by pushing in the black button on the side rail
bracket. Lift or drop until they click into position. The safety sides should only be used after
full assessment of the patient has been completed, as their use may not be suitable in all
cases.
It is essential that the head and footboards are fitted when the system is to be tilted.
Braking System
The brakes have directional steer
and 4 way locking.
Directional
No Lock
4 Way Lock
The braking system is operated by pedals located at the foot end of the bed. When the
pedal is horizontal the brakes are off. With the pedal depressed towards the foot end the
brakes are locked on. With the pedal depressed towards the head end the steering lock is
activated to assist in moving the bed.
For pressure relief, use the Smart Control (optional. See Smart Control Operating
Instructions for instructions of use.
