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 16/24
Notes on Setting the Smart System
1. There must be at least 15 degrees of movement for the system to be effective, in
practice the larger the angular changes the better the pressure redistribution.
Because of this the system will not allow settings of below 15 degrees.
2. The main screen uses colour coded backlights to assist in navigation.
Red = Smart is inoperative
Amber = Smart is being programmed.
Green = Smart is working.
3. If at any time during the setting sequence an error is made you can exit the system
by not pressing any keys for 15 seconds.
4. Smart will override all other functions on the bed whilst operating, however the CPR
function will still be available. Once activated the CPR function will disable Smart
until the programme is reactivated.
5. Please ensure that the patient is able to tolerate movement of the bed over long
periods of time. It is important to ensure that IV, breathing and drainage tubes are
positioned so they do not pull during the range of movements.
6. This system may not be suitable for patients with unstable spinal injuries.
7. Before carrying out any patient procedures check the Smart display to ensure there
is sufficient time to complete before the next movement. If in doubt stop the Smart
and re-enable after the procedure has been completed.
8. The patient should be checked on a regular basis to ensure there is no marking, the
programme may need to be changed if the patient’s condition deteriorates or
improves.
Programme Examples
Used for a medium to high risk patient, only 30 degrees of
movement and each of the 4 steps take 25 minutes.
Used for high risk patients, 40 degrees of movement and
each of the 6 steps takes 15 minutes.
