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1. Type BF gt Fuse rated 500 mA A Refer to user manual Environmental Conditions Operating Temperature range 10 C to 40 C Relative humidity 30 to 75 Atmospheric pressure 700 hPa to 1060 hPa Storage Storage temperature range 40 C to 70 C Relative humidity 10 to 100 non condensing Atmospheric pressure 500 hPa to 1060 hPa Environmental Protection Please dispose of this unit in accordance with local regulations 27 Tube Set Length Material Tube Connectors Mattress Size Length Height at edges Width Weight Cover material Base material Cell material Cleaning Symbols wash at 80 C do not iron KE gt B 1000ppm NaOCl NaDCC do not tumble dry 151134 1 metre 39 37 5 way moulded PVC Moulded nylon NB 3082 2085 mm 82 215 mm 8 5 890 mm 35 11 5 kg 25 lb 5 oz NB7082 2085 mm 82 215 mm 8 5 800 mm 31 5 10 3 kg 22 Ib 11 oz Polyurethane coated knitted fabric Polyurethane coated woven nylon 0 3 mm polyurethane flexible sheeting do not use phenol based products wipe surface with damp cloth use solution diluted to 1000 ppm 28 151996EN_01 01 01 I Huntleigh HEALTHCARE A Pyramid of Care Product Huntleigh Healthcare Ltd A Huntleigh Technology PLC Company 310 312 Dallow Road Luton Bedfordshire LU1 ITD Telephone 01582 413104 Fax 01582 459100 Sales Enquiries Telephone 0152. 21 Nimbus 3 PUTO sais da EH a o a rd da ide ge 2 21 AAA A 22 Troubleshooting 2 lt e iee as AA EE A A 23 Fuse Replacement 2 2 32 ue ee nae eae ato Bie nee 24 Warranty and Service 25 Routine Checks at TREE FE FE a 26 WERE SSS sos ee Y dd ee Ae eke 28 26 UMD vr a AA a Boe we BER 26 Technical Description e zas 20 2 2 A A uch 27 Safety Before you connect the system pump to a mains socket read carefully all the installation instructions in Section 4 Installation The system has been designed to comply with regulatory safety standards including EN60601 1 For your own safety and the safety ofthe equipment always take the following precautions Keep the pump away from sources of liquids Do not expose the system especially the mattress to naked flames such as cigarettes etc Do not store the system in direct sunlight Do not use hypercarbonate and phenolic based cleaning solutions Keep sharp objects away from the mattress Ensure that the system is clean and dry prior to storage Store the pump and mattress in the protective bags supplied We recommend the use of cot sides on the bed while the system is in use and the patient is positioned on top Local policies regarding the use of cot sides should be taken into account Keep these instructions handy for reference ii SAFETY WARNING The cover of this product is vapour permeable but not air permea
3. Mattress Cover The cover can be washed and thermally disinfected in a washing machine The recommended temperature is 80 C Foam Layer The foam protecting the Auto Matt sensor pad can be machine washed at temperatures up to 60 C 140 F and can be tumble dried Mattress Base The base and cells can be wiped over with a solution and Cells of sodium hypochlorite 1000 ppm or sodium chloroisocyanurate NaDCC or any other non phenolic germicidal solution Disinfection Temperatures must be maintained at 71 C 160 F for a minimum of 3 minutes through the disinfection stage followed by rinsing and spinning Nimbus 3 Pump WARNING Switch off the electrical supply to the pump and disconnect the power cord from the mains supply before cleaning and inspection Cleaning The pump casing is manufactured from plastic and should be cleaned using a damp soft cloth dampened with a mild detergent This can be followed by a sodium hypochlorite or sodium chloroisocyanurate NaDCC solution to a dilution of 1000 ppm Do not use abrasive compounds or pads General Care Check all electrical connections and power cord for Maintenance signs of excessive wear And Inspection Test power fail alarm system before use For procedure see Installation section In the event of the pump being subjected to abnormal treatment e g immersed in water or dropped the unit must be returned to an authorised service depot Maintenance The equipment ha
4. FAULT POWER indicating a power failure If any of these alarm conditions is raised the alarm will be illuminated in red and will flash IS Once an alarm has been initiated it can only be cancelled by switching the pump unit off and then switching back on For possible alarm causes see the table in Section 7 o The telephone symbol illuminates when the pump unit O is ready for service Huntleigh Healthcare recommends that maintenance be carried out every 12 months or whenever the SP symbol is illuminated IS The pump will continue to function normally even when the amp symbol is illuminated 18 Controls Mattress Unit Transport This sets the mattress into Transport mode where the support surface is equally pressurised and the pump and tube set can be removed In this mode the mattress will support the patient for at least 12 hours CPR The CPR deflate control provides a means of rapidly deflating the mattress to allow normal resuscitation procedures to be carried out IS This control must be used to deflate the mattress for packing and storage 19 6 Cleaning The following guidelines have been established in accordance with infection control procedures Should you have any questions regarding cleaning or if you require further information please contact our Customer Services Department or your local Huntleigh Healthcare representative Caution Gloves and protective clothing should always be worn when carry
5. term use and thus mattress components do not suffer the effects of age hardening The mattress is totally enclosed in a carefully designed double zipped cover The top and sides of the cover are constructed from a two way super stretch and moisture proof material which is vapour permeable for maximum patient comfort The base of the cover 1s constructed from a tough abrasion resistant material and is fitted with bed attachment straps sheet clips lifting and drag handles Patient support is provided by cells that are grouped in four sections each of which has a specific function The head cells remain at a constant pressure for pillow stability and patient comfort The torso area is served by special cell assemblies that combine alternating and static pressure characteristics to support patients fully in both lying and sitting positions without the risk of bottoming The thigh to foot section of the mattress has cells that dynamically cycle to maximise pressure relief The Heelguard section has specially powered cells which maximise the pressure relief under the heels A CPR Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation control is positioned at the foot end of the mattress to allow the air to be evacuated in under 10 seconds should a cardiac arrest occur Transport Control FAST DEFLATE NORMAL of N Y TRANSPORT Tube Set j Connector Port A Situated next to the CPR control is the Transport control This allows cro
6. the front panel which is recessed to prevent accidental operation The pump incorporates a sophisticated alarm system which differentiates between normal operation and genuine system faults Ifan alarm situation is detected a flashing indicator will illuminate together with an indication of the cause of alarm and an audible warning will sound The pump can be fixed to the foot end of a hospital bed by the separate bed bracket which has been designed for simplicity and ease ofuse It features a simple self adjusting mechanism that clips onto most common bed frames 18 50 mm wide and a hook that fits into the pump handle Once installed the pump is resistant to being accidentally dislodged from the end of the bed The pump can also be stood on the floor either vertically or horizontally The tube set incorporates a flexible compact anti kink tube that is resistant to crushing and any subsequent obstruction of air flow Each end has a quick lock system for easily connecting and disconnecting the air supply at the pump and mattress Connecting a Nimbus 3 mattress to a Nimbus II pump will not provide the same pressure relief benefit as a correctly matched pump and mattress 4 Installation These instructions cover initial set up and operation of the Nimbus 3 system More detailed information regarding controls alarms and indicators can be found in Section 5 Preparing the 1 Remove mattress pump and tube set from the Mattres
7. to the bed frame and attach the pump to the bracket E 10 Alternatively the pump can be placed underneath the bed either upright or lying on its back 11 Connect the tube set to the mattress and pump ensure both connections are secure 12 Insert the mains connector into the socket on the side of the pump and connect to a suitable mains power outlet IEN The tube set connectors of the Nimbus 3 have been colour coded blue so that the pump mattress combination cannot be confused with the Nimbus Il system 10 Inflating 1 Switch the pump On Off switch to ON the ON The Mattress light on the front panel should illuminate 2 The pump will now run a self test for approximately 3 seconds when all indicators will be illuminated 3 If the pump detects low pressure it will enter an inflation sequence with the LOW PRESSURE and WAIT messages illuminated Once normal operating pressure has been reached both the LOW PRESSURE and WAIT lights will switch off It may take 15 minutes to inflate the mattress Testing The The power fail alarm is powered by a rechargeable Power Fail Alarm battery The duration of the alarm will depend on the level of charge in the battery In use it may have become discharged or reached the end of its life It is therefore recommended that the alarm be tested before use 1 Connect the pump to the mains switch on and allow to run for 10 15 seconds 2 Remove the mains power at the w
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9. I Huntleigh HEALTHCARE Nimbus 3 User Manual CONTENTS IHtrOAUctIoNn rer Nr 1 About This Manual 4 4 2 4424 w 8 da ser ae amd 1 ABOUENIRBUS S ea at ae RDA EA A O onl bate eh 2 Clinical Applications 2 02 62 a a 3 indications a a A A A A 3 GONTAIMNdICAMON Sa ao O al td ee Ra e ta ea 3 Patient Transport 2 Ka DAR A on EA PORE A e a 3 Patient In Chair ox aaa er a a ole lel ok eo 3 Product Description 4 24 2 He A A ee Swe AS 4 Mattress i m ri al A E E A AA A 4 PUM a a ra cE Gee ce e Gs lia a ee ee Ace AE 5 oa CRA 6 T p Set ru a E E AAA a Beeren 6 Installation 2 4 eo a RRA A A a a 7 Preparing the Mattress and PUMP 7 Inflating The Mattress oo tna ada ehren te 11 Testing The Power Fail Alarm 2 2 ee 11 Operation si 2 0 s 0 a RA e Ra eS A O A Se St A 13 System Optimisation a 2 2 EA un A SRE he 13 Selecting Mode Of Operation 22 2 2 Hmmm 13 Silencing Audible Alarms lt lt lt lt ee 14 COMMON Controli ria dabas Ge RIE E O Be de ob 14 Transport Control 3 3 A a a A 14 BER CONO A A RY Se 15 Controls Indicators And Alarms Pump Unit 16 Cleaning 2 4 2 2 2 5 AE AA ada 20 During USC tiss ELA A IAE Del 20 Laundering s aed a ee ee RAS OR BSS ak 20 Mattress Cover at Mage 2 ee RA rn ara do 21 Foam Layer a gpn ar a o A En Re rt 21 Mattress Base and Cells
10. Ltd 310 312 Dallow Road Luton Bedfordshire LUI ITD Tel 44 0 1582 413104 Fax 44 0 1582 459100 or your local distributor 25 9 Routine Checks Mattress 1 Remove top cover and inspect for signs of wear or any tears 2 Check zips are still operative 3 Check integrity of all connectors including cell to manifold and sensor pad to inlet plate 4 Ensure all cell fasteners are snapped to the manifold and are not loose or faulty 5 Check that stitching which secures the drag straps to the base of the mattress is sound and no fraying has occurred Pump 1 Check the outer casing of the pump unit for damage 2 Examine the mains supply lead of the pump unit for signs of wear damage replace if necessary 3 Test power fail alarm system before use For procedure see Installation section 26 10 Technical Description Pump NB 3000 Size Length 508 mm 20 Height 220 mm 8 7 Depth 100 mm 4 Weight 5 7 kg 12 5 Ib Case material ABS Supply Voltage 240 Vac 50 Hz Electrical Rating 30 VA Fuse rating F 500 mA Air inlet filter Service replaceable Operating cycle 10 minutes Electrical Safety Standards EN60601 1 Degree of protection against electric shock Class I type BF Degree of protection of ingress of liquids Ordinary not protected Mode of operation Continuous Symbols I alternating current O Off power disconnection from the mains supply I On power connection to the mains supply
11. ac arrest occurs the mattress can be deflated in less than 10 seconds to allow cardiac resuscitation procedures to be performed The pump provides two modes of operation e A dynamic mode that cycles the support surface beneath the patient every 10 minutes providing periods of pressure relief for the whole body e A static mode where the support surface remains constant all cells equally inflated 2 Clinical Applications The Nimbus 3 system with its ability to provide reduced interface pressure in both dynamic and static operating modes is used to treat those patients who are at very high risk of developing or who have pressure ulcers A risk assessment tool combined with clinical judgement should be used when determining a patient s level of risk of developing pressure ulcers Patient risk assessment should be an ongoing process as changes in the patient s condition may increase or decrease their risk level Indications Contraindications Patient Transport Patient In Chair The Nimbus 3 system is appropriate for patients assessed to be at very high risk of developing pressure ulcers and for all grades of pressure ulcer up to and including grade 4 NPUAP 1989 1 The Nimbus 3 system should be used in dynamic mode whenever possible as this will continuously change the tissue pressure points providing the highest degree of pressure relief The Nimbus 3 in static mode provides a stable surface for nursing procedures an
12. all socket without switching the pump off 3 The alarm should operate within 10 seconds Caution If the power fail alarm does not operate after this test only use the pump under supervision to ensure that the power on status is checked at regular intervals 4 If the alarm does not operate run the pump for 4 hours to recharge the battery 5 Retest the alarm after at least 4 hours Allow the alarm to operate for 2 minutes to ensure that it has been adequately recharged 6 If the alarm does not operate for 2 minutes call the service engineer 11 Continue to use the pump only under supervision to ensure that the power on status is checked at regular intervals All other alarms will continue to function as normal IEN When rolling up the mattress after a period of use always roll from the foot end 12 5 Operation These instructions cover day to day operation of the system Other operations such as maintenance and repair should only be carried out by suitably qualified personnel System Optimisation Selecting Mode Of Operation The Nimbus 3 system automatically compensates for patient weight distribution and position optimising the pressure relieving performance To ensure that the pressure relieving properties are not impaired the cover must not be pulled tight and covering sheets should fit loosely using the attached clips The system provides two modes of operation Static and Dynamic Dyna
13. ble and may present a suffocation risk It is the responsibility of the care giver to ensure that the user can use this product safely WARNINGS Electrical equipment may be hazardous if misused The pump s case back should only be removed by authorised technical personnel Do not use the Nimbus 3 pump in the presence of flammable gases such as anaesthetic agents Caution The drag handles are provided ONLY for transporting the mattress and patient across flat surfaces in an emergency and should NOT be used for any other purpose iii iv 1 Introduction About This Manual This manual is your introduction to the Nimbus 3 system Use it to initially set up the mattress replacement system keep it as a reference for day to day routines and as a guide to maintenance Section 2 Section 3 Section 4 Section 5 Section 6 Section 7 Section 8 Section 9 Section 10 Clinical Applications gives examples of the type of patients that could benefit from this system and illustrates a method of assessing them Product Description a technical description of the system Installation explains how to install and set up the Nimbus 3 system Operation a reference guide for day to day operation and contains important information on what to do if the patient suffers a cardiac arrest Cleaning routine cleaning in use and recommended laundering procedures Troubleshooting routine maintenance proced
14. d for patients with spinal alignment problems Both modes of operation are appropriate for use for patients weighing between 45 250 kg 100 550 Ib The Nimbus 3 system should not be used for patients with unstable spinal fractures In the case of patients with other unstable fractures where a moving surface could be harmful advice should be obtained from the appropriate physician before using the Nimbus 3 system Patients should be transported on the Nimbus 3 system whenever they leave the nursing unit Refer to the section in this manual dealing with operation of the transport function If the patient will be sitting in a chair for any period of time it is strongly recommended that a pressure reducing or relieving seat cushion is used IEN The Nimbus 3 system is an aid to the prevention and management of pressure ulcers If there is no improvement in the patients condition specialist advice should be sought The above are guidelines only and should not replace clinical judgement or experience 1 National Pressure Ulcer Advisory Panel 1989 Clinical Practice Guideline Number 3 AHCPR US Department of Health amp Human Services 1992 3 Product Description Mattress The Nimbus 3 mattress is constructed from several materials and composites most of which contain polyurethane P U This material is noted for its excellent durability coupled with good flexibility This flexibility does not significantly alter in long
15. e audible alarm has been silenced The HIGH PRESSURE indicator is illuminated whenever the pump detects a high pressure within the mattress Ifthis condition occurs the air supply from the pump is switched off until normal pressure is detected After 2 seconds of normal pressure being detected the indicator is switched off and the air supply restarted The LOW PRESSURE indicator is illuminated whenever the pump detects a low pressure within the mattress This may indicate that there is insufficient pressure to support a patient or that the Transport control is turned to the TRANSPORT position whilst the pump is on and connected to the mattress This indicator will be switched off once normal pressure is reached 17 U K Only Flashing POWER light indicates power has been interrupted Steady POWER light indicates power has been interrupted but has been restored IEN This may only be cancelled by turning the On Off switch off and on again Alarms The pump unit incorporates a sophisticated alarm detection system that differentiates between patient movement and genuine alarm conditions Whenever an alarm occurs a flashing red triangle becomes active together with an indicator of the cause of the alarm Additionally an audible warning will sound unless cancelled by the Mute button as described earlier The triangular alarm symbol is displayed with one or more of the following visual indicators LOW PRESSURE HIGH PRESSURE PUMP
16. ent comfort using the rotary comfort control Turn clockwise for a firmer setting and anti clockwise for a softer setting the mattress minimum pressure is maintained at the chosen level I gt The system automatically compensates for patient size height position and weight distribution to provide optimum support regardless of comfort control setting Transport Control This seals the mattress and allows removal of the pump for patient transport The patient will remain supported by the mattress for at least 12 hours in transport mode 1 At the foot end of the mattress turn the transport control knob clockwise to TRANSPORT 2 Turn the pump off and disconnect the tube set IS If the transport control is set to TRANSPORT with the tubeset connected and pump on then the pump will indicate a low pressure fault alarm To resume normal operation simply re connect the pump and turn the transport control knob anti clockwise to NORMAL 14 CPR Control IMPORTANT IN THE EVENT OF CARDIAC ARREST In the event of a patient suffering cardiac arrest 1 Lift red handle on control panel at foot end of mattress SS D 3 gt Ba 15 3 Pull handle away from panel 4 The triangular seal will rotate and air exhaust from the mattress The torso area of the patient will bottom out in less than 10 seconds To Re set 1 Turn grey triangular seal clockwise and push onto connect
17. ing out cleaning procedures During Use The mattress pump and tube set should be cleaned weekly using a damp soft cloth and mild detergent The pump can then be wiped with a sodium hypochlorite or sodium chloroisocyanurate NaDCC solution to a dilution of 1000 ppm Hypercarbonate and phenolic based cleaning solutions should never be used The mattress cover can be easily unzipped for complete removal laundering or sterilisation The mattress can be cleaned in the normal way using soap and water Heavily soiled mattresses can be cleaned with a sodium hypochlorite or sodium chloroisocyanurate NaDCC solution to a dilution of 1000 ppm before laundering Never use Phenol based solutions as these will damage the surface coating If there appears to be staining or body fluids on the mattress cells they can be treated using a sodium hypochlorite solution or sodium chloroisocyanurate NaDCC to a dilution of 1000 ppm The tube set should be thoroughly cleaned with soap and water followed by sodium hypochlorite or sodium chloroisocyanurate NaDCC solution to a dilution of 1000 ppm Laundering The laundering process has been compiled to eliminate the most serious of microbes The Nimbus 3 top cover should be laundered in accordance with washing of hospital soiled linen procedures Temperatures must be maintained at 71 C 160 F for a minimum of 3 minutes through the disinfection stage followed by rinsing and extraction 20
18. mic provides the optimum pressure relieving performance and should be used in most cases Static mode provides a stable non moving support surface for instances where a dynamic support surface is contra indicated In Dynamic mode the support surface beneath the patient is cycled every 10 minutes In Static mode the support surface remains constant all cells equally inflated When Static mode is selected an indicator on the static push button illuminates Both modes of operation are selected by this push button 13 The pump defaults to Dynamic mode of operation when switched on at the pump To change mode of operation 1 Press the static push button once An audible tone will sound and a visual indicator on the push button will illuminate to show that the system is in static mode 2 To select Dynamic mode from Static mode press the static push button once An audible tone will sound and the visual indicator will switch off 13 Silencing Audible alarms can be silenced using the mute push Audible Alarms button To silence an alarm simply push the mute button once the mute light will remain on IEN In its normal operating mode an audible alarm can only be silenced after an alarm has occurred An internal setting can be used to change the mode of operation so that this button can pre silence an alarm Call your service engineer if this option is required Comfort Control Mattress cell pressure can be manually adjusted for pati
19. ors 2 Turn red handle clockwise 3 Fold handle flat to lock in position Controls Indicators And Alarms Pump Unit Controls On Off Switch And Alarm Reset Switches the mains power on and off It is combined with an internal battery circuit that will activate the alarm system if the power supply is interrupted prior to switching off Examples are mains lead removal mains power failure Selects operating mode switches between either Static or Dynamic mode Static mode is confirmed when the yellow indicator on the push button is illuminated When Dynamic mode default is selected the yellow indicator will be extinguished An audible alarm mute is provided to cancel warning sounds during an alarm condition 16 Comfort Control Indicators WAIT static mute LOW PRESSURE This is a rotary action control to set the relative firmness softness of the mattress for patient comfort Visible and audible indicators are provided as described below If the pump detects a low pressure in the mattress at switch on the WAIT indicator is illuminated and the pump performs a start up procedure to inflate the mattress quickly Once correct operating pressures have been reached the WAIT indicator is switched off This may take up to 15 minutes The indicator on the static push button is illuminated when Static mode has been selected for operation The indicator on the mute push button is illuminated when th
20. r failure is prolonged switch to TRANSPORT mode and disconnect the tubing The mattress will remain inflated for at least 12 hours Check that the pump is still in its desired mode of operation Static or Dynamic The POWER message may be cancelled by switching the unit off and on again PUMP FAULT Internal pump malfunction Call service engineer If the pump has not been used for a number of months the battery system which indicates power fail may be discharged Run the pump for a few hours and the battery will recharge and provide power fail alarm indication as normal 23 Fuse Replacement Ifthe system fails to operate when plugged in and switched on the fuses situated above the mains inlet socket on the pump should be checked To do this disconnect the pump from the main power supply and remove fuse holder cap using a suitable screwdriver Important To protect against fire hazard replace blown fuse with identical type and rating 500 mA quick blow If the fuse blows again contact a service engineer or suitably qualified personnel 24 8 Warranty and Service Huntleigh Healthcare s standard terms and conditions apply to all sales A copy is available on request These contain full details of warranty terms and do not limit the statutory rights of the consumer For service maintenance and any questions regarding this or any other Huntleigh Healthcare product please contact Huntleigh Healthcare
21. s and Pump packaging You should have the following items e mattress assembly including the Soiled Available For Use label pump power cord bed bracket tube set 2 Store the pump box and carry bag in a safe place for future use 3 Remove the conventional mattress from the bed frame and check that there are no protruding springs or sharp objects on the bed base IEN Heavily ridged bed baseboards may require special considerations for correct system operation consult your Huntleigh Healthcare service engineer 4 Unroll the mattress onto the bed base from the head end ensuring that the CPR swing label is hanging freely 5 Attach the mattress to the bed frame using the hook and loop fastener straps IEN If the bed is to be gatched attach the mattress to the movable part of the bed only F 6 Unzip the mattress cover to locate the Auto Matt sensor pad which is situated under the cells between the soft and compressed base foam Ensure that the Auto Matt pad is lying flat and not kinked Leave the mattress cover end free when gatching the bed Cover Air Cells Foam Layer Auto Matt Pad x v 7 Zip up the mattress taking care not to trap any cell material in the zip 8 Check that the transport control is set to NORMAL and that the CPR control is fitted and locked in position FAST DEFLATE NORMAL 9 If the pump is to be hung from the end of the bed attach the bed bracket
22. s been designed to be virtually maintenance free between service periods It is recommended the pump be serviced annually by a Huntleigh Healthcare trained service agent 21 Servicing Biofilter Huntleigh Healthcare will make available on request service manuals component parts list and other information necessary for technical personnel to repair the system The Biofilter can run continuously for two years before it requires autoclaving or replacement Refer to Huntleigh Healthcare for more information if required 22 7 Troubleshooting The following table provides a troubleshooting guide for the Nimbus 3 system in the event of malfunction LOW PRESSURE and WAIT LOW PRESSURE POWER flashing with triangle POWER continuously illuminated The pump is inflating the mattress Both these indicators will extinguish when operating pressure is reached The tube set is not connected properly The mattress is set to TRANSPORT There is a leak in the system There is a block in the tubing Power has been removed from the unit A temporary power failure has occurred in the pump Check the tubeset connectors and ensure they are properly clipped onto the pump and mattress Turn the control on the mattress to NORMAL Call service engineer Check that the tube set is not kinked Check that the Auto Matt pad is flat and not kinked Re apply power or switch the unit off If the powe
23. ss connection of the cell structure creating an even pressure in all the cells The transport control also seals the mattress so that air is not exhausted when the tube set is disconnected This feature is extremely useful for transporting the patient between wards to operating rooms and X ray departments without removing the patient from the bed A further application of the transport feature is that during a power failure prompt operation of the transport control will seal the mattress and maintain support for at least 12 hours The mattress has been designed for ease of maintenance The top cover can be removed and replaced with the patient in situ so that 1t can be laundered All mattress components can be easily changed if damage occurs either as unit parts or assemblies Pump f Y IMBUS 3 R OP Ak IS MES a A ES D Power and Alarm reset switch Alarm messages 2 Static Dynamic push button Comfort control 3 Mute push button Mains input connector Alarm symbol Tube set connector Bed Bracket Tube Set gt The pump comprises a rugged moulded case with non slip feet on the base and rear and an integral carry handle The unit has been designed to maintain sustained operation and to withstand prolonged use in the hospital environment The controls and indicators are located on
24. ures and solutions for minor problems that may occur Warranty and Service details the warranty and what to do if the equipment requires servicing or repair Routine Checks details periodic inspections of the pump and mattress Technical Description a list of technical data About Nimbus 3 Nimbus 3 is a Dynamic Flotation System for the prevention treatment and management of pressure ulcers It employs a revolutionary cell design to realise interface pressures below 20 mmHg for over 65 of the cycle The Nimbus 3 system incorporates a unique sensor pad known as Auto Matt which ensures that the patient is automatically supported at optimum pressures regardless of size height position or weight distribution Nimbus 3 also incorporates the Heelguard cells which ensure that the patient s heels are provided with the maximum pressure relief The Nimbus 3 mattress is designed for use with standard hospital beds as well as in the home Users are able to employ established practices for lifting turning and moving patients Beds can also be adjusted or gatched in the normal way without impairing the mattress pressure relieving performance A water resistant vapour permeable cover is supplied that enhances patient comfort whilst protecting the mattress interior from contamination It is simple to clean in situ but can also be quickly unzipped and totally removed for laundering gas sterilisation or autoclaving If cardi
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