Manual - Low Air Loss 2
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1. The patient weight indication is a close approximation of the correct setting If the mattress is too soft or firm simply press the up or down arrows to adjust as necessary For patient comfort wait between set point changes for the mattress to stabilize See section 8 0 of the Manual Programming Settings Mode On bariatric model for patients exceeding 300 lbs press and hold Bariatric button for 10 seconds for weight range of 350 1000 Ibs Pressing Upright button when the bed frame head section is raised adjusts pressure to prevent patient from bottoming out Upright mode should be turned off when bed frame is in flat position Press Panel Lock button to lock out function buttons from unauthorized changes Max Inflate and Power CPR functions are not affected by Panel Lock mode Press Panel Lock button and hold for 3 second to cancel Panel Lock mode Max Inflate Press button to rapidly inflate mattress to maximum pressure Press Max Inflate button after the function is no longer needed to return to Standard or Bariatric mode The Max Inflate function will cancel automatically after 25 minutes if unattended RELIEF AIRE LOW AIR LOSS SYSTEM Control Panel Figure 7a 4 2 Right Side Panel Features Left Side Panel Features Couplers 1 Power Switch 1 Quick release female couplers are used Switch controls main power to power to secure mattress air hoses to power unit Turning Power Switch on unit2. automatically puts power unit in Standby mode See Control Panel above Power Receptacle 2 Insert power cord firmly into receptacle RELIEF AIRE LOW AIR LOSS SYSTEM a7 Rear Panel Features Fuse 1 Fuse holders can be opened with flat head screwdriver to inspect or change fuses Hanging Hooks 2 Hanging hooks are designed to fit multiple foot board widths Hooks are spring loaded and will fold against the power unit when not in use Air Filter and Filter Cap 3 No tools are necessary to remove filter cap H amp R Healthcare recommends that the filter should be inspected and cleaned or replaced with a genuine H amp R Healthcare replacement part once a month to ensure optimal performance of the power unit Filter and filter caps sold separately Control Number Label 4 Label identifies control number along with agency approvals etc 7 0 INSTALLATION Mattress and Power Unit Installation 1 Remove existing mattress from hospital homecare bed frame and store 2 Place the Relief Aire Low Air Loss mattress replacement on the bed frame with the hose end at the foot section of the bed frame Secure mattress replacement to each side of the bed frame using mattress anchor straps with clips Anchor straps should be attached to the bed frame in a fashion that will not hinder the bed frame articulating up and down Attached anchor straps should be tucked under mattress replacement to avoid an
3. B Any soilage should be removed with disposable paper towels prior to disinfection 4 Spray entire cover and mattress replacement with EPA registered hospital grade disinfectant Let stand for appropriate contact time according to manufacturer s instructions 5 Cover can be easily removed and laundered in warm water RELIEF AIRE LOW AIR LOSS SYSTEM 113F 45C with mild detergent Do not use electric or tumble dryers Do not iron 6 With mattress air cells deflated wipe down both sides thoroughly with medical disinfectant Allow to air dry T Thoroughly wipe down entire mattress base and tubing If dust or soilage has accumulated remove using swabs moistened with detergent disinfectant Allow all components to air dry If storing mattress replacement wrap mattress in plastic and store in a cool dry area Power Unit 1 A WARNING Turn power off and unplug power unit to avoid shock hazard Ze Dampen clean cloth with soap and water or mild detergent Wipe power unit 3 Disinfect power unit with hospital grade EPA registered disinfectant Let stand for appropriate contact time according to manufacturer s instructions 4 Dry using a clean dry cloth or disposable paper towels 5 Wrap in plastic and store in a cool dry area 14 0 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE The Relief Aire Low Air Loss is designed to require very little maintenance H amp R Healthcare recommends that the air filter should be checked once
4. patient therapy Caregivers should perform a hand Check as described in section 8 3 Programming Settings above 10 0 PATIENT TRANSPORT In the event of a patient transport the Relief Aire Low Air Loss mattress has a safety foam base to support the patient for a short period of time Turn off power unit and disconnect plug from wall outlet When transport is complete plug power cord back into a properly grounded wall outlet See section 3 0 of this Manual Warnings It is not necessary to remove patient from RELIEF AIRE LOW AIR LOSS SYSTEM support surface before re inflation Refer to Section 8 0 of this Manual Programming Settings 11 0 DEFLATING Press Power button on Control Panel to shift to Standby CPR mode LED will illuminate to indicate power unit is in Standby CPR mode Press side panel Power Switch to OFF position Unplug power cord from wall outlet Disconnect air hoses from side panel of power unit Begin rolling up mattress replacement at head section forcing air out of system Continue this process until the majority of air is removed from mattress replacement and the mattress rolls up easily Connect the large strap buckles located on the bottom side of the mattress replacement Place deflated mattress replacement and power unit in optional carry bag or plastic bag for transport and storage 12 0 EMERGENCY CPR DEFLATE In the event of an emergency press the Power button on th
5. E FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES OF ANY KIND Note if you have any questions regarding the Relief Aire Low Air Loss system s warranties please call H amp R Healthcare Customer Service at 800 801 5533 RELIEF AIRE LOW AIR LOSS SYSTEM
6. RELIEF AIRE LOW AIR LOSS SYSTEM Operation Manual H amp R Healthcare 1750 Oak Street Lakewood NJ 08701 Phone 800 801 5533 Fax 732 367 6231 www handrhealthcare com Congratulations and thank you for purchasing the Relief Aire Low Air Loss System PLEASE READ THIS OPERATION MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE SETTING UP AND USING THE DEVICE Please pay special attention to the warnings and other safety information Use of genuine manufacturer components is essential for optimal performance If you do not fully understand all the instructions safety precautions and warnings do not use this device If you have any questions or concerns please contact H amp R Healthcare at 800 801 5533 Section Table of Description Page Symbols Reference cer tra dpa qued av euet degere a eia 4 Safety PrecaltloS unica EE Qe D E on eod eas 4 Warnes asisto 5 Hisineore tear aii iaa 5 NACI 5 tI T 6 In EDD MM M 8 Programming Settings eiii loba pican 9 Patient Transfers seco e oeconomiae epe ie ere or EROR 9 Patient TASTE neenon rre diria 9 Ib OI DID T 10 Emergency CPR Dellate eicit rire eni etii t eo epa Era e eere aeter bss 10 Cleaning InStructlOMsss REP m 10 Routin Maintenance P 11 Troubleshooting Pr 12 Ret
7. WARRANTY H amp R Healthcare warrants the Relief Aire Low Air Loss system to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of twelve 12 months from the date of delivery H amp R Healthcare s sole obligation and liability under this warranty is limited to at H amp R Healthcare s option the repair or replacement by H amp R Healthcare authorized personnel of any parts or assemblies which upon test and examination by H amp R Healthcare prove to be defective Please call H amp R Healthcare Customer Service to arrange warranty service This warranty does not cover normal maintenance such as cleaning adjustment or lubrication and updating of equipment or parts thereof This warranty shall be void and not applicable if the equipment including any of the parts is modified without H amp R Healthcare authorization is attempted to be repaired by personnel not authorized by H amp R Healthcare is not maintained in accordance with the prescribed schedule is used with accessories or parts not authorized or inadequate packaging by owner for shipment H amp R Healthcare makes no guarantee of clinical results THE WARRANTY STATED ABOVE INCLUDING ITS LIMITATIONS IS THE ONLY WARRANTY MADE BY H amp R HEALTHCARE AND IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES WHETHER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED INCLUDING ANY WARRANTY OF MECHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE H amp R HEALTHCARE SHALL NOT BE LIABL
8. a month and cleaned of visible soil To clean or replace the air filter To access the air filter locate the air filter cap on the back of the power unit Refer to Section 6 0 Features of this Manual Remove air filter cap by gently squeezing sides of cap while prying away from power unit If unable to remove air filter cap gently insert flat head screw driver on side edge air filter cap to assist in removing cap from power unit Remove filter from filter cap Check for excess dirt or dust The filter should be cleaned with mild soap and water or if necessary replaced with a genuine H amp R Healthcare replacement air filter Spare filters are available from H amp R Healthcare Thoroughly air dry before reinserting To reinsert place the air filter snugly in the air filter cap Snap back into place on power unit Be sure filter cap is secure RELIEF AIRE LOW AIR LOSS SYSTEM 15 0 TROUBLESHOOTING Inspection Procedure Possible Solutions 1 Power unit is 1 1 Verify air is flowing smoothly through hoses and 1 1 Hose s or manifolds may need to be moved to working but mattress mattress manifolds Inspect for cuts or cracks avoid kinking or obstruction If cuts or cracks where replacement is not hoses enter manifold and where each air cell connects inflating to the manifold 1 2 Verify hoses are properly connected to power unit 1 2 Attach connectors securely into place 1 3 Verify control panel Powe
9. atients If patient feels that the bed is too firm soft lower or increase weight setting one increment at a time and wait for stabilization before evaluating Please note if patient is in hospital bed in the head up or articulated position use upright mode to prevent patient from bottoming out See section 6 0 of this Manual Features 3 Caregivers should always perform a hand check to ensure patients are not bottoming out A hand check should be performed when the patient is on the support surface by placing a hand below the air cells beneath the pelvic area of the patient Ensure that there is an adequate amount of air supporting the patient so they are not bottoming out 4 A WARNING When using side rails and or assist devices use a mattress thick enough and wide enough so that the gap between the top of the mattress and the bottom of the side rails and the gap between the side of the mattress and the side rails is small enough to prevent a patient from getting his or her head or neck between the mattress and the side rail Failure to do so could result in injury or death 9 0 PATIENT TRANSFERS Always secure bed or gurney before patient transfer If available engage locks on the bed casters before transferring patient Transfers are much easier when the Relief Aire Low Air Loss power unit is in Max Inflate mode or fully deflated CAUTION Always cancel Max Inflate mode to restore optimal
10. e mattress and the side rail Failure to do so could result in serious patient injury or death Patient Falls Failure to use bed rails in raised position could lead to accidental patient falls Air mattresses have soft edges that may collapse when patients roll to that edge Ax Risk of Electric Shock DO NOT open back cover This device is NOT user serviceable This device should only be serviced by an authorized H amp R Healthcare service technician Please call customer service at 800 801 5533 Oxygen Equipment Explosion risk if used in the presence of flammable anesthetics A Fuse Danger Risk of fire Replace fuses as marked T5A 250V AC Power Fuse and T0 5A 250V PCB Fuse Electrical Do not insert items into any opening of the power unit This could short internal components which could cause fire or electrical shock This product is NOT AP APG protected REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL ONLY A Grounding Reliability Grounding reliability can only be achieved when plug is connected to an equivalent receptacle marked Hospital Grade or Hospital Only 4 0 INTRODUCTION The Relief Aire Low Air Loss System is a mattress replacement system designed to treat and or prevent pressure ulcers otherwise known as bedsores It is designed to replace a standard mattress and fit most homecare or hospital beds The Relief Aire Low Air Loss System consists of a power unit a mattress re
11. e Control Panel to shift the system to Standby CPR mode LED will illuminate to indicate power unit is in Standby CPR mode This will deflate the mattress rapidly so CPR can begin To resume therapy press Power button On and reset patient weight and mode of operation as noted in Section 8 0 of this Manual Programming Settings 13 0 CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS Routine Cleaning While in Use by Single Patient Mattress Replacement Routine Cleaning of the air mattress can be done at bedside by cleaning with mild detergent or soap and water followed by drying with clean dry cloth If the air mattress cover becomes heavily soiled follow the Laundry Decontamination instructions below Always ensure air mattress and cover are completely dry before allowing patient back on surface Power Unit A WARNING Always unplug power unit before cleaning Power unit can be cleaned by wiping down with damp cloth using soap and water or mild neutral detergent Never spray cleaners or liquids directly on power unit Laundry Decontamination Between Patients Mattress Replacement Air mattress covers must be thoroughly cleaned between patients to avoid cross contamination The following instructions are a good guideline but local infection control policies should be followed 1 Don rubber gloves eye protection and waterproof gown and mask if necessary 2 Turn power unit off and remove plug from outlet to avoid electric shock
12. placement and a cover The power unit utilizes a blower to provide energy efficient air flow for patients up to 1 000 Ibs It is equipped with a Max Inflate mode that quickly inflates and firms the air cells of the mattress to allow easier patient transfers on off the mattress and facilitate other nursing procedures Always cancel Max Inflate when finished with procedures to receive optimal patient therapy The Mattress replacement consists of twenty air cells over a 2 convoluted foam base The air cells are ventilated to provide low air loss which aids moisture management The high quality cover is made of quilted nylon taffeta It is both waterproof and moisture vapor permeable which helps wick moisture away from the patient s skin 5 0 SYSTEMS COMPONENTS Components Supplied in the Power Unit Package e 1 each Power Unit e each Power Cord e 1 each Operation Manual RELIEF AIRE LOW AIR LOSS SYSTEM Components Supplied in the Mattress Assembly Package e leach Mattress Replacement with Cover 6 0 FEATURES Control Panel Features See Figure 7A on next page AS Power NOTE Main power switch is located on left side panel See left side panel below Press button on control panel to power up system the yellow ON LED will illuminate The power is in standby mode when the STANDB Y CPR orange LED is illuminated Patient Weight Press up or down buttons to adjust setting to relative patient weight
13. r is ON 1 3 Press Power button on and LED will illuminate 2 Patient is 2 1 Look at Patient Weight setting on power unit 2 1 Increase or decrease weight setting using Patient bottoming Weight buttons until adequate pressure setting is out achieved 2 2 Check for mattress leaks 2 2 Call customer service at 800 801 5533 for replacement parts 2 3 Check Air Filter for dirt lint 2 3 Clean or replace Air Filter 3 Power unit does 3 1 Verify power cord is securely plugged into 3 1 Secure plug into live wall outlet Test a not operate live wall outlet different appliance in outlet to verify outlet has power 3 2 Verify power cord is securely plugged into 3 2 Secure plug into power unit power unit 3 3 Verify power switch on left side panel in ON 3 3 Turn power switch to ON position position 3 4 Verify fuse is not blown 3 4 A power surge may temporarily overload the circuitry Turn unit off for several seconds Check the fuse for damage Re try turning unit on with normal operating procedures 3 5 Power unit does not respond to possible solutions 3 5 Call customer service at 800 801 5533 listed in 3 1 thru 3 4 RELIEF AIRE LOW AIR LOSS SYSTEM 12 16 0 RETURNS FOR SERVICE AM This device is NOT user serviceable SERVICE AND REPAIR MUST ONLY BE PERFORMED BY AN AUTHORIZED H amp R HEALTHCARE TECHNICIAN OR REPRESENTATIVE All Service issues should be referred to H amp R Healthcare 17 0
14. s moisture vapor permeable therefore it is recommended to limit bed linens to one sheet in order to maximize the system s performance Breathable incontinent pads are recommended for use with this device Open Flames Do not expose this device to open flames lighters or cigarettes This device draws room air continuously therefore cigarette smoking is not recommended near this device Cigarette smoke may damage internal components Cigarettes may ignite bed linens CAUTION DO NOT SMOKE CIGARETTES PIPES CIGARS OR ANY OTHER RELATED PRODUCTS ON OR AROUND THIS SYSTEM FLAMMABILITY HAZARD EXISTS Cross Contamination This device should be decontaminated between patient installations Refer to section 13 0 of the Manual Cleaning Instructions for proper instructions Failure to disinfect may result in cross contamination Bed Frame Consideration Verify that the patient weight therapeutic support surface bed rails etc do not exceed weight capacity of bed frame Verify patient weight does not exceed this device s weight capacity RELIEF AIRE LOW AIR LOSS SYSTEM 3 0 WARNINGS Entrapment When using side rails and or assist devices use a mattress thick enough and wide enough so that the gap between the top of the mattress and the bottom of the side rails and the gap between the side of the mattress and the side rails is small enough to prevent a patient from getting his or her head or neck between th
15. urns fOr SeFVICe uscar tritio iia 13 IA tits aeksaseoaghsunioute 13 RELIEF AIRE LOW AIR LOSS SYSTEM 3 1 0 SYMBOLS REFERENCE Attention Please read accompanying documents Double Insulated Class Il E Functional Ground Type BF Equipment IPXO Do not immerse power unit in liquid or spray liquids directly on power unit C Declaration of Conformity to Medical Device Directive Ss Underwriters Laboratory M Agency Approval United BEES States Canada International Electronics A Approval Indications This device is indicated to assist in the treatment and or prevention of pressure ulcers as part of a holistic program of pressure ulcer management Always consult a physician before using this device Contraindications Certain patient conditions e g unstable cervical fracture are contraindicated for use with this device Always consult a patient s physician prior to use 2 0 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Installation Verify mattress anchor straps are attached to bed frame securely To ensure proper operation inspect and verify air cells are upright and in place Test all bed frame functions to verify that there is no interference Do not place anything on the power unit Route power cord underneath bed frame and verify that it does not pose a hazard See section 7 0 of this Manual Installation for further installation instructions Bed Linens This device incorporates a waterproof cover that i
16. y complications NOTE Before proceeding test all bed functions to verify no restrictions or interference and ensure air cells are not twisted or out of place 3 Using the integrated hanging hooks securely hang the power unit on the bed end at the foot end or place on a smooth flat surface 4 Connect the air hoses from the mattress replacement on the power unit 5 Plug the power unit into a wall outlet Refer to section 3 0 of the Manual Warnings for proper instructions Be sure the power cord is safely away from possible hazards e g foot traffic bed tables lifters etc 6 Turn on the power switch on the side panel of the power unit The system will be in Standby CPR RELIEF AIRE LOW AIR LOSS SYSTEM mode Press the Power button on the control panel The power unit will begin to inflate the support surface Max Inflate function may be used to rapidly inflate the support surface prior to use by the patient See section 6 0 of the Manual Features 8 0 PROGRAMMING SETTINGS 1 After full inflation for bariatric unit for patients exceeding 300 Ibs first press and hold Bariatric button for 10 seconds For all models adjust the support surface pressure using the Patient Weight buttons on the Control Panel to the appropriate weight setting Center patient on mattress replacement to avoid accidental falls etc 2 It may be necessary to alter weight setting to get optimal comfort setting for p
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