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Summary of Safety Precautions
Important Notice:
The equipment has to be installed and operated in the manner for which it was intended. Facility
staff/user is responsible for reading and understanding the product user manual prior to performing any operations or
maintenance on this product.
WARNING
• The safe use of the equipment is maximized when used in conjunction with bed rails; there may be an increased risk
of falls when such bed rails are not present. Serious injury or death can result from the use (potential entrapment) or
non-use (potential patient falls) of side rails or other restraints. Local policies regarding the use of side rails should
be taken into account. Whether and how to use side rails is a decision that should be based on each patient’s
individual needs and should be made by the physician, caregivers and responsible parties.
• When using the Stryker AIr I and II mattress system, always ensure that the patient is positioned properly within the
confines of the bed. Do not let any extremities protrude over the side or between the bed rails when the mattress
is being used.
• Do not use in the presence of flammable anesthetics. Do not use in the presence of smoking materials or open
flame. Air flowing through the air mattress will support combustion.
• To reduce the risk of shock, adhere to the following instructions. Failure to do so could result in personal injury or
equipment damage.
• Immediately after using the Arise®, unplug it from its power source.
• Do not place or store the product where it can fall or be pulled into a tub or sink.
• Do not place or drop the product into water or other liquid.
• Do not remove the back of the control unit.
• To reduce the risk of burns, shock, fire, or personal injury, adhere to the following instructions. Failure to do so could
result in personal injury or equipment damage.
• Use this product only for its intended purpose as described in this manual. Only use attachments and/or
accessories that are recommended by the manufacturer.
• If this product has a damaged power cord or plug, is not working properly, has been dropped or damaged, or has
been dropped into water, do not operate it. For examination and repair, return the product to the manufacturer.
• Keep the control unit and power cord away from heated surfaces, e.g. space heaters.
• Never block the air openings of the product. Do not place the control unit on a surface, such as a bed or couch,
where the air opening and/or filter compartment, located on the back of the control unit, may be blocked. Keep
the air openings free of lint and hair.
• Never drop or insert any object into any opening or hose.
• Do not spill food or liquids onto the control unit. If a spillage does occur, turn off the unit, disconnect it from its
power supply and allow at least 24 hours for drying.
• Do not use the product outdoors, or where aerosol-spray products are used.
• Plug this product only into a properly grounded outlet. Refer to Grounding Instructions on
.
• Be sure nothing is placed on the power cord and ensure it is not located where it can be stepped on or tripped
over.
• Do not attempt to service the control unit. Please call Stryker at 1-800-327-0770 for any service requests.
• The therapy pad (top cover) of this product is not air permeable and may present a suffocation risk. It is the
responsibility of the caregiver to ensure that the patient can use this product safely.
• The risk of entrapment can develop when equipment is placed on bed frames that leave gaps of even a few inches
between the mattress and the headboard, footboard, and bed or side rails. The equipment is NOT to be used when
such gaps are present.
CAUTION
• CairRails (side air bolsters), when inflated, offer additional support and provide a gentle reminder to the patient that
they are nearing the side edge of the mattress.