NOVA
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OPERATION
NOTE: Always read the operating instructions before use.
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General operation
• Turn the power on
• Then, the power switch indicator will light up
• The pump begins to pump air into the mattress pad
NOTE: Each time when the mattress pad is first inflated, it is
recommended that the pressure dial to be set to “Firm”. The
user can then adjust the air mattress pad to the desired firmness
afterward.
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To deflate mattress pad
To deflate mattress pad, turn off pump and unplug it from the power
source Detach inflation tubes from mattress pad, and allow pad to
expel air completely
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Pressure set up
Users can adjust the pressure of the air mattress pad to a desired
firmness by themselves, or by the suggestion of a health care
professional
NOTE: Please cover the mattress pad with a cotton sheet to
avoid direct skin contact and for patient’s comfort. The patient
may now lie on the mattress pad.
NOTE: Please do not use another pump and mattress pad with
different specifications from NOVA series. Also, it is dangerous
to use a pump greater than 120mmHg pressure, which may
cause cell-puncture.
NOTE: Check to see if the suitable pressure is selected by sliding
one hand between the air mattress pad and the foam base to
feel the patient’s buttock. Users should be able to feel the dis-