Res Q Matt Plus - Spencer Italia S.r.l.
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1. ATING INSTRUCTIONS 4 1 TRANSPORT AND STORAGE Fold the device trying to keep the internal spheres adequately distributed throughout the whole structure Decompress it lightly to remove any air and close the valve in order to reduce stocking space Before transport ensure that it has been packed correctly and that it is safe from risks of bumping or breaking Keep the packaging for future transportation Any damage to the device during transport or moving is not covered by warranty Repairing and replacing of the damaged parts are at the Customer s charge The device must be stored in places that are are dry and free from humidity will not expose to risks of perforation or abrasion Whilst stocking do not place anything heavy on top of the device it cannot be considered a resting surface for other objects 4 2 PREPARATION Upon receipt of the product remove the packaging and layout the material in a visible manner check that all pieces and accessories included in the list are present The device needs to be checked before each use so to detect any anomalies in functioning and or damages caused by transport and or stocking Before use check The general integrity of the device Absence of cuts abrasions and holes in the outer cover Connection between device and unidirectional valve Wear and tear status and strength of the Belts if present Wear and tear status and strength of the Handles If the conditions above ar2. IDE EFFECTS The use of this device if used as described in this manual does not present any contra indications or side effects 3 DESCRIPTION OF PRODUCT 3 1 INTENDED USE Vacuum mattresses are devices for the immobilization of the patient with suspected traumatic lesions particularly handy to obtain personalised immo bilisation referred to particolar pathological positions which cannot be reduced The vacuum system allows different degrees of immobilization from the hardest to the softest to allow both rigid immobilization and low frequency transports on vehicles offering a decent control of vibration Excellent mechanical immobilizers and thermal and electric isolaters with high adaptibility The reduced dimensions of the Res Q Matt make it particularly indicated for use on stretchers and wherever stocking space is a problem The fabric employed for manufacturing the Res Q Matt Plus associates mechanical resistance with a versatile use in estreme temperatures The Phoretex guarantees higher preservation of energy and as a consequence dramatic reduction of the loss of body heat The Blue Matt manufactured using high strength of materials is adapt even for exceptional rescue conditions The CDK has the advantage of being versatile and reliable 3 2 MAIN COMPONENTS 1 Decompression valve in aluminium 2 Superior cover 3 External coating 4 Transport handles 5 Internal material Polystyrene or Phoretex Res Q Matt Res Q Ma
3. QM22170A Mod 318 Transport bag for vacuum mattress in Orange PVC QM22171A Mod 319 Transport bag for vacuum mattress with internal isothermic coating QM22207A Bag for Orange Res Q Matt Orange with 8 handles 830x2100 mm QM22209A Bag for Yellow Res Q Matt with 8 handles 830x2100 mm QM22211A Bag for Blue Res Q Matt with 8 handles 830x2100 mm QM22213A Bag for Military Res Q Matt with 8 handles 830x2100 mm QM22351A QMX351 2 pc Belts with Derlin buckle and carabiner for Blue Matt QM22199A Repairing kit patches of different dimensions and glue 6 2 REPLACEMENT PARTS QM22051A Valve QM22198A Repairing element in PVC Orange Warning The information contained in this document can be modified without warning and is not to be intended as a commitment on the part of Spencer Italia S r l Spencer products are exported to many countries in which the same identical regulations do not exist It is for this reason that there can be many differences between the description and the actual product delivered Spencer works continuously to reach the perfection of all the models sold We therefore hope to have your understanding if we reserve the right to modify the shape equipping lay out or technical aspects that are herein descri bed at any given time Copyright Spencer Italia S r l All rights reserved No part of this document must be photocopied reproduced or translated into another language wi
4. Vacuum Mattresses Res Q Matt Res Q Matt Plus CDK Blue Matt Res Q Matt Res Q Matt Plus Blue Matt This appliance conforms with the directi Guarantee of Quality system for the production and ve 93 42 CEE Medical Devices the final control of the products certified by the notifying body TUV Product Service GMBH INDEX General Information pag 2 Maintenance pag 7 Warnings pag 2 Accessories and replacement parts Description of Product pag 3 pag 8 Operating Instructions pag 4 Spencer Italia S r l Str Cavi 7 43044 Collecchio PR ITALY tel 39 0521 541111 fax 39 0521 541222 e mail info spencer it SP 07 015 1U REV 0 24 08 07 www spencer it Thank you for choosing a Spencer product 1 GENERAL INFORMATION 1 1 AIM AND CONTENTS The aim of this manual is to supply all the information necessary so that the client apart from attaining an adequate use of the appliance will also be capable of using the instrument in the most autonomous and secure way possible This includes information regarding technical aspects functioning maintenance spare parts and safety 1 2 CONSERVATION OF THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL The instruction and maintenance manual must be kept with the product inside the specially provided container and above all away from any substances or liquids which could compromise perfect legibility 1 3 SYMBOLS USED SYMBOL MEANING See instructions for use 1 4 SERVICING REQUESTS For an
5. al check before and after each use 5 2 2 Servicing Maintenance The person to whom the servicing of the appliance is entrusted must guarantee the following basic requirements adequate knowledge of the appliance of its technical construction features of checks and final tests of packaging conservation and handling adequate knowledge of the technology used in the making of the appliance knowledge of the functions of the appliance of any potential risks and of the probability of possible malfunctions or break downs to be in possession of all the instruments necessary for carrying out any kind of technical operation regarding servicing to be in possession of original replacement parts or those authorized by the manufacturer specialized technical personnel trained by the manufacturer for the servicing of the appliance in question guarantee complete adherence to the instructions of the 93 42 CEE Directive also regarding the obligation towards the manufacturer to allow the aforementioned a post sales care and traceability of the appliance when requested The device if used as described in the following instructions has a life span of 5 years 6 ACCESSORIES AND REPLACEMENT PARTS 6 1 ACCESSORIES QM22109A ABS piston pump Mod 109 with double effect QM22120A Aluminium pump for inflating and deflating MOD 125 with Spencer logo QM22121A Aluminium pump for deflating MOD 120 QM22125A Aluminium pump for inflating and deflating MOD 125
6. e met the device is ready for use 4 3 FUNCTIONING The rescuer at the head end of the patient is responsable for the recovery of the patient and is the leader of the service Position the device as close as possibile to the patient at the same time checking the uniform distribution of the granular material container insi de the mattress If the ground is uneven the device must be placed on a stretcher Fig A ds Load the patient on the device using a suitable technique or using the appropriate instruments scoop stretcher fig A Position the patient so that the feet are placed by the decompression valve Fig B The heels must be outside the border this avoids a compression of the spine during the aspiration of air which causes shortening of the length of the device Fig B Before starting the decompression phase you must shape the device to suit the patient making sure that head shoulders pelvis and lower limbs are correctly immobilised Fig C Shape the device to block any inertial type of movement The containment manoeuvre must be maintained all the time of the decompression phase Check the effective adhesion of the support to the patient in all points making sure that the shrinking and hardening of the device causes no movement of the patient Fig C A Fig C The control on the part which immobilizes head and shoulders is very important it is essential that this part is set tight and at the same time that
7. mber Put the device out of use immediately and contact the customer service centre Either the pump or the connector to the device The device will not decompress or the space between valve and device is worn out or broken Put the device out of use immediately and con tact the customer service centre The material of the device is not adeguate The device does not suit the patient s Limited flexibility shape Put the device out of use immediately and con tact the customer service centre Improper use Lesions holes cuts abrasions to the Incorrect stockage external cover Put the device out of use immediately and con tact the customer service centre 15 MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING SSCS 5 1 CLEANING Clean the exposed parts using water and a soapy sponge or delicate detergent then dry with a soft flanel or leatherette cloth The use of high pressure water must be avoided Do not machine wash Avoid in any case cleaning products or detergents like metal sponges or blades aggressive solvents or oil detergents like toluene cilene acetone Do not use acids or strong basics Failure to carry out cleaning operations may cause cross infections due to the presence of secretions or residuals 5 2 MAINTENANCE 5 2 1 Precautionary Maintenance Programmed interventions of ordinary maintenance are not required The cleaning operations outlined in paragraph 5 1 are mandatory as well as the function
8. pliance must not in any way be tampered with in such cases all responsibility will be denied for any malfunctions or eventual injuries caused by the appliance itself Who modifies or has modified prepares or has prepared medical appliances in such a way that they no longer serve the purpose for which they were intended or no longer supply the intended service must satisfy the valid conditions for the introduction onto the market Ensure that all the necessary precautions are taken in order to avoid hazards that can arise as the result of contact with blood or body fluids Handle with care 2 2 SPECIFIC WARNINGS The device must be used only by trained personnel Practice on an empty device to acquire confidence in the manoeuvres The device must be used by at least two operators in physical condition good It is not possible using the device alone to lift considerable weights gt 15Kg whilst guaranteeing good stability and no deformation When lifting the rescuers must use all handles both to the keep the patient steady and to distribuite the weight evenly Before moving and transport it is important to check that the patient is restricted to the device with belts Followinf this the mattress and patient must be fixed to the transport stretcher with at least two belts Do not transport if the weight is not evenly distributed Do not leave the patient unattended when on the device The device must not be exposed nor get in contact with sources of hea
9. t or combustion or flammable agents In case of anomalies or damage that may compromise the functionality and safety of the device stop using it Be extremely careful that no obstacles are found on the way when transporting the device During transport make sure that the patient s hands feet and any other body part are inside the device so to avoid any collisions that may cause lesions Ensure that all precautions have been taken to avoid hazards deriving from the contact with blood or body secretions The device is pressure variations and is subject to the differences to atmospheric 2 3 PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE OPERATORS Vacuum mattresses are devices designed exclusively for professional use The operators who use them must have the following characteristics Sound use of hands in order to grasp the device with both of them firmly Sound back arms and legs to move the device efficiently Good muscular coordination and physical capacity The operators must be trained for efficient and safe transport of the patients This device requires the use of at least two strong balanced operators with good common sense The transport techniques for loading and unloading the patient in case of a very heavy patient of uneven ground is irregular or any peculiar circumstances may require more than two operators The capability of each operator must be taken into account before determining the roles in the use of the device 2 4 CONTRAINDICATIONS AND S
10. terial Polystyrene spheres _ Phoretex spheres Polystyrene spheres Polystyrene spheres _ Polystyrene spheres n Handles Nylon 6 3 each side 8 4 each side 8 4 each side n Handles Santoprene 8 4 each side 8 4 each side Unidirectional valve in aluminium x x x x x Tapered edge x x x x Radiocompatibility x x x x x High frequency welding x x x x x Traction system compatibility x x x x x Loading capacity Kg Max 150 Max 150 Max 150 Max 150 Max 150 Weight limit for use without adeguate supports Max 15 Max 15 Max 15 Max 15 Max 15 Colour See Paragraph Orange Blue Orange Blue See Paragraph Blue 3 3 Models 3 3 Models Belts n 3 QMX351 Derlin Buckle 1pc with carabiners The materials used for manufacturing the device reach fusion point at about 100 C 3 5 ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS The temperature and humidity range for both use and stockage should be with in those given in the following table Operatine temperature Stocking temperature Relative humidity Res Q Matt 10 C a 50 C 20 C a 70 C 15 90 Res Q Matt Plus Phoretex 30 C a 55 C 30 C a 80 C 15 90 Res Q Matt Plus Polystyrene 30 C a 55 C 20 C a 75 C 15 90 CDK 20 C a 50 C 20 C a 70 C 15 90 Blue Matt 10 C a 50 C 30 C a 70 C 15 90 4 OPER
11. the decompression is well controlled Fig D It is useful to apply some weight to the top of the device behind the head of the patient knee of the rescuer resting on the ground during decompression Shape the device without restricting the area above head and below feet so as to avoid compression on the spine during transport The first phase of decompression can be done with a suction unit but the final part when the device is becoming hard must be carried out with the appropriate manual pump Fig D It is important that the rescuer has easy access to the valve at any time during transport It is recommended to expose it before loading and transporting the patient Fig E gt Fig E When the desired is obtained close the valve and disconnect the decompression device In particular situations where high excursions in alti tude are possible substantial increase it is recommended to keep the suction device connected Fig F 4 4 TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM CAUSE Variation of relative pressure The device stiffens as the altitude lowers Fig F REMEDY Check the real state of pressure of the device opening the valve or further decompressing it using the pump If the problem persists put the device out of use and contact the customer ser vice centre Deteriorated valve The device tends to lose vacuum and regenerates internally the atmospheric pressure level There may be holes in the internal cha
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13. tt Plus CDK Blue Matt The devices are made of a structure containing polystyrene and phoretex spheres so the device becomes rigid when air is evacuated from it The external coating in Nylon has a protective function when in contact with the ground The external structure outside the patient area has six to eight handles to allow correctly and easy patient movement The evacuation of air is obtained by connecting the tube and metallic decompression valve to a suction device manual or electric vacuum pump 3 3 MODELS QM22100A Res Q Matt Plus Vacuum Mattress Phoretex Orange Blue QM22101A Res Q Matt Plus Vacuum Mattress Polystirene Orange Blue QM22206A Res Q Matt Vacuum Mattress Orange with bag QM22208A Res Q Matt Vacuum Mattress Giallo with bag QM22210A Res Q Matt Vacuum Mattress Blue with bag QM22212A Res Q Matt Vacuum Mattress Military with bag QM22300A CDK Vacuum Mattress Orange Grey QM22310A CDK Vacuum Mattress Military QM22350A Blue Matt Vacuum Mattress Blue 3 4 TECHNICAL DATA Characteristics Res Q Matt Res Q Matt Plus Res Q Matt Plus CDK Blue Matt Phoretex Polystyrene Dimensions mm 2040x800 2040x950 2040x950 2130x880 2140x880 Weight Kg 4 6 7 4 2 41 4 8 Superiore coating Nylon 400 D Tarpaulin 600 D Tarpaulin 600 D Tarpaulin 500 D Tarpaulin 1000 D Inferior coating Nylon 400 D Tarpaulin 1000 D Tarpaulin 1000 D Tarpaulin 700 D Tarpaulin 1000 D Internal Ma
14. y information regarding the use maintenance and installation please contact the Spencer Customer Care Service on 0039 0521 541111 Fax 0039 0521 541222 e mail info spencer it or write to Spencer Italia S r l Strada Cavi 7 43044 Collecchio Parma ITALY 1 5 DEMOLITION Follow the current regulations 1 6 LABELLING The serial number as indicated below can be found on each appliance and must not be removed or covered In order to facilitate assistance please indicate or communicate the lot number LOT on the label 2 WARNINGS OO e SCSC Cs 2 1 GENERAL WARNINGS Before carrying out any kind of operation on the appliance the operator must carefully read the enclosed instructions paying particular attention to the correct safety precautions and to the procedures to be followed for installation and for correct use In the case of any doubts as to the correct interpretation of the instructions please contact Spencer Italia Srl for any necessary clarifications Regularly check the appliance Carry out the prescribed maintenance in order to keep the appliance in good condition and to guarantee correct func tioning and a long life In the case of any abnormalities or damage to the appliance which could jeopardize the functioning and the safety the appliance must be immedia tely removed from service Do not alter or modify in any way the appliance any such interference could cause malfunctions and injury to the patient and or rescuer The ap
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