User Manual - Medical Technologies International
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1. Sensormat Sensormats are available with 5 1 2 foot and 8 foot cords If you are using the wire holster with control unit 5 1 2 foot cords work best Other cord lengths may be special ordered Nursing personnel should test the system daily for proper functioning If the patient weighs 100 pounds or more the nurse may test the system using just hand pressure on the Sensormat Lighter weights could possibly compromise system performance and if the patient weighs less than 100 pounds system function should be checked using the actual patient s presence in the bed If the system does not perform properly trying a different Sensormat may resolve the problem Interfacing with the Nurse Call System The Classic Check can be set for a normally open or normally closed nurse call system The unit is factory preset to function with a normally open system The Control Unit uses a standard two conductor 1 4 inch diameter phone plug the most common type of nurse call connection If your nurse call system does not provide a compatible input contact Bed Check or your biomedical depart ment to obtain the appropriate adapter If your facility does not have a biomedical department please contact Bed Check at the phone number listed on the back of this user guide If requesting information on interfacing the Control Unit to a nurse call system please have the following information available e The brand of your nurse call sys2. 5 WHAT IS COVERED UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY Defects in material and workmanship which occur within the defined duration of this limited warranty Warrantor makes no other warranties expressed or implied including without limitation warrantor makes no warranty as to merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose 6 WHAT IS NOT COVERED UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY a ANY INCIDENTAL INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL LOSS DAMAGE OR EXPENSE THAT MAY RESULT FROM ANY DEFECT FAILURE OR MALFUNCTION OF THE CONTROL UNITS b ANY INCIDENTAL INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL LOSS DAMAGE OR EXPENSE THAT MAY RESULT FROM USE OF THE CONTROL UNITS WITH ANOTHER MANUFACTURER S PRESSURE SENSITIVE MAT SENSING DEVICE OR OTHER FALL PREVENTION PRODUCT NOTE SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES SO THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU c Any defects or damage to the Control Units that may result from use of the Control Units with another manufacturer s parts pressure sensitive mat sensing device or other fall prevention product d Any failure that results from an accident purchaser s abuse neglect or failure to operate the Control Units in accordance with the instructions provided in the owner s manual s supplied with the Control Units e Any Control Units which have the serial numbers altered defaced or removed f Any Control Units which have been altered or modified
3. may result in injury or death The Classic Check system will not stop a person from leaving a bed chair wheelchair or room It is intended only to alert a caregiver that a person may need assistance Other interventions may still be required for some people The Classic Check system can be defeated by a cognitively aware person a person with only a few moments of lucidity or an uncooperative person Properly assess each individual before the Classic Check system is used Make sure you have thoroughly read and understand the Classic Check system instructions before using the Sensormat This monitor may not be compatible with mats manufactured by companies other than Bed Check Use of incompatible mats may result in injury or death Visual monitoring by caregivers is required Bed Check Sensormats may not be suitable for all high risk persons restraints may be required for some people Test your Sensormats and Classic Check monitor before each use Make sure your Classic Check monitor is working properly If the Sensormats are no longer working discard them immediately During any HOLD mode any yellow light the system will not alarm It will either remain on HOLD if no weight is on the mat or begin to monitor after the time intervals cited above if weight is back on the mat Any time a patient is on the Sensormat you may bypass the wait and begin monitoring immediately by pressing RESET Always verify the
4. the Sensormat the Classic Check Unit will go to short HOLD blinking yellow for 5 seconds During those 5 seconds if weight is again removed the Classic Check Unit will revert to idle HOLD steady yellow If weight is still sensed after 5 seconds the Classic Check Unit automatically begins to MONitor green blinking This reduces false alarms while relocating a patient but also allows for automatic monitoring that cannot be forgotten no activate switch has to be pressed In the MONitoring mode proper operation is indicated by the green MON light which will blink off briefly once per second 8 When pressure weight is removed from the Sensormat patient begins to exit the bed or chair the Classic Check Unit begins the delay countdown Once the countdown starts weight back on the Sensormat will stop the countdown and MONitoring will resume This reduces false alarms However once the alarm starts it can only be silenced by pressing RESET Weight back on the Sensormat will stop countdown resume MONitoring but will not silence an alarm once that alarm has started This is important for patient safety and provides good feedback to the caregiver about patient agitation 9 Pushing RESET while either MONitoring before removing the patient or when silencing an alarm puts the Classic Check Unit into a 25 sec temporary HOLD blinking yellow a At 25 seconds if weight is sensed on the Sensormat the Cl
5. Classic Check Bed Check Sensor mat User Manual y n KUN s www bedcheck com AWARNING Before installing this system please read and follow these instructions carefully Failure to do so could result in injury or death No device is a substitute for proper nursing care 0163 436 A D a Bed Check D Reducing the Risk of Falls Through Innovative Technology Since 1978 Table of Contents Quick Start Procedures oia aa he ih ew ead eA aran eines 2 For the experienced Bed Check caregiver no setting changes QUICK Set Procedures cresine tee EAA EARI EAE EA I EARE EAEE EaR 3 For the experienced Bed Check caregiver making setting changes How To Use the System sie ioia es weit e a a E ies 4 Complete detailed instructions SONSOTMAL haseneten teits aceri riii PEE ae Peo e EELEE er deere 4 Interfacing with the Nurse Call System 0 eee eeceseceeeeeeeeneeenseeeeeees 6 System OperatiOnss cesdee seg sds ea td dase stones ek aise iei eee aa 8 Changing Operational Parameters Setting cccceesceeeceeeneeeeeeeeaes 10 Troubleshooting 1 55 65 265565 5505 s6bs05 E a E E E EE ites 13 Care and Maintenance sasise enra eere er Enta EEE EAE E EERE E 14 Warranty Information ee sscseescteat chat cerit ala nt E EA 15 LA WARNING Read and follow these Installation instructions particularly the warnings and cautions before using your Bed Check Classic Check system Failure to do so
6. QUENTIAL LOSS DAMAGE OR EXPENSE THAT MAY RESULT FROM ANY DEFECT FAILURE OR MALFUNCTION OF THE SENSORMAT ANY INCIDEN TAL INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL LOSS DAMAGE OR EXPENSE THAT MAY RESULT FROM USE OF THE SENSORMAT WITH ANOTHER MANUFACTURER S CONTROL UNIT OR OTHER FALL PREVENTION PRODUCT NOTE SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES SO THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU b Any defects or damage to the Sensormat that may result from use of the Sensormat with another manufactur er s parts control unit or other fall prevention product c Any failure that results from an accident purchaser s abuse neglect or failure to operate the Sensormat in accordance with the instructions provided on the Sensormat label d Any Sensormat which has the serial numbers altered defaced or removed e Any Sensormat which has been altered or modified in any way without the express written consent of Bed Check f Any Sensormat which has been repaired other than by Bed Check 7 RESPONSIBILITIES OF WARRANTOR UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY a In the event of a defect malfunction or other failure of the product not caused by any misuse or damage to the product while in the possession of purchaser the warrantor will remedy the failure or defect without charge to the purchaser within a reasonable time The remedy will consist of repair or replacement of the p
7. SET hear present volume While still holding down VOLUME press release RESET Each time you do this unit will sequence to the next volume setting Repeat until you hear desired volume When desired setting is reached release VOLUME button Press release RESET once more to silence and lock in setting silence Summary The motion is hold middle hold left release middle Press release middle repeatedly to select a volume Release all press release middle once more to lock Nn BRWN Re aD DELAY change 1 2 or 3 seconds Setting will be the same for DAY and NITE modes 1 The red LEDs marked 1 2 3 indicate the current DELAY setting 2 Press release ALARM DELAY to change the setting 3 How To Use The System Complete detailed instructions The Classic Check System consists of a control unit and a disposable pressure sensitive Sensormat available in several sizes either for use on a standard hospital bed or a bed side chair When the patient s weight is off the Sensormat for a pre selected number of seconds the control unit activates two alarms if selected a call signal at the nursing station and an audible alarm in the patient s room The nurse having been alerted that a patient is attempting to exit the bed should immediately send or render assistance The patient may simultaneously be counseled by intercom if available NOTE The alarm unit should be positioned outside of the patient s reach to preve
8. Unit has a blue light in the clear splash shield that illumi nates in the NITE mode In addition you may pre set the alarm volumes sepa rately for DAY and NITE modes See the section entitled Volume Settings Press the DAY NITE VOLUME button to select the mode desired The blue light indicates NITE mode To bypass this feature and use the blue light to locate unit or verify power set DAY NITE volumes the same and select NITE Delay Setting When the Classic Check Unit is MONitoring green light ALARM DELAY is the time from pressure off the Sensormat until the alarm begins The ALARM DELAY may be set for 1 2 or 3 seconds by pressing the ALARM DELAY button and observing the red LEDs ALARM DELAY may be reset at any time when the Classic Check Unit is not in 5 second hold countdown or alarm One second is strongly recommended if monitoring a patient in a bedside chair or wheelchair since he she is poised to get up 2 or 3 seconds are usually better for bed patients Shorter delays may increase alarm frequency for restless bed patients but may be necessary for fast exit patients Alarm Tone Settings If you do not wish to change the tone setting skip to the Volume Settings section There are ten available alarm tone settings Six of them are songs to provide a sound distinctly different from other equipment in the vicinity The programmed songs have been selected for their non threatening nature while maintaining alarm eff
9. assic Check Unit automatically resumes MONitoring If weight is not sensed on the Sensormat the Classic Check Unit goes to idle HOLD steady yellow b Any time during the 25 second temporary hold period MONitoring can be resumed without waiting by pressing RESET as long as there is weight sensed on the Sensormat 10 Any time the Classic Check Unit is in the idle HOLD steady yellow if weight is again sensed on the Sensormat The Classic Check Unit will go to short HOLD 5 seconds a At5 seconds if weight is sensed on the Sensormat the Classic Check Unit automatically resumes MONitoring If weight is not sensed on the Sensormat the Classic Check Unit reverts to idle HOLD steady yellow b The 5 second period may be bypassed and MONitoring is resumed without waiting by pressing RESET at any time as long as weight is sensed on the Sensormat Summary e The Classic Check Unit will only start the delay countdown alarm sequence when in the MONitor mode and weight is removed from the Sensormat e In any HOLD mode the Classic Check Unit will not alarm It will either remain in HOLD or automatically begin MONitoring when weight is again sensed on the Sensormat after the described time period Changing Oper ational Par ameter s SECONDS ALARM By HOLD MON 1 2 3 A A DAY NITE ALARM ALARM VOLUME RESET DELAY Front Panel of Classic Check Day Night Mode Setting The Classic Check
10. ectiveness The tone selected will be the alarm in both DAY and NITE modes although volumes may be set separately 1 To hear the current alarm tone setting a Press and hold RESET b Press and release ALARM DELAY c Release RESET You will hear the current tone setting Silence by pressing RESET Note that the volume may be wrong at this point but it is best to set volume after the tone has been selected Alarm tones are always played at lowest volume during alarm tone selection regardless of Day Nite or volume settings d If this is the tone desired press RESET once more skip the rest of this section and proceed to VOLUME SETTINGS 2 To change the tone setting a Press and hold RESET b Press and hold ALARM DELAY c Release RESET d Continue holding ALARM DELAY and press release RESET until the desired alarm tone is reached Each press release of RESET advances the tone one step If at the end of the list the sequence will start over at 1 e For a visual indication of what setting you re on observe the 1 green and 3 red LEDs in a row Setting O off on Tone 1 O00 Low pitch warble 2 OO O High pitch warble 3 OO00 Triple tone 4 O O0O0 Old McDonald Had a Farm 5 O00 Mary Had a Little Lamb 6 O00 The Farmer in the Dell 7 O00 She ll Be Comin Round the Mountain 8 000 Tom Tom the Piper s Son 9 0O00 Folk Song 10 JO 10 DoReMiFaSoLaTiDo f When the desired alarm tone has been reached release al
11. ensormat placed beneath the patient s buttocks or if used behind the back is the patient of sufficient weight and the bed properly adjusted 4 Has the Sensormat slipped toward the end of the bed because the rubber bands and clips were not used to secure the Sensormat into position beneath the patient s buttocks 5 Is the connector between the Sensormat and Control Unit snapped in properly 6 Is the time delay set too low for the patient s level of activity 7 If the patient weighs less than 100 pounds has the system been tested with that patient 8 Has the Sensormat cord been pulled out or damaged check moving bed parts 13 Problem Room alarm triggered No call at nursing station Or Nurse call will not turn off after an alarm Check 1 Is the nurse call plug firmly connected to the patient station or adapter 2 Is the call cord or pillow speaker firmly connected to the patient station or adapter Is the adapter firmly connected to the patient station 4 Was the Control Unit reset after an alarm before the nurse call system alarm was canceled 5 Has the nurse call adapter been tested for proper functioning 6 Is the mat a Bed Check Sensormat 7 If the control unit is not set to the proper nurse call system configuration N O or N C the unit will alarm the nurse call system as soon as power is applied to the unit W Care and Maintenance LA WARNING Danger of electrical shock Unplug before s
12. ervicing Never immerse the power supply or Control Unit in any liquid A CAUTION The Bed Check Control Unit may not be effective with another manufacturer s sensing device the use of which may cause intermittent and unreliable opera tion resulting in injury or death It may also damage the Bed Check Control Unit and will void the Bed Check warranty If maintenance or opening of the Control Unit is required it should be per formed in a static controlled free environment by qualified personnel The Control Unit and the Sensormat may be cleaned with a damp cloth or sponge using mild disinfectants Never use alcohol acidic or harsh petroleum based cleaners If absolutely essential the unit may be gas sterilized up to 120 F Bed Check 800 523 7956 Please call Bed Check immediately if you experience problems LIMITED WARRANTY BED CHECK CONTROL UNITS 1 WARRANTOR This Limited Warranty is given by Bed Check 1620 N 20th Cir Lincoln NE 68503 2 DURATION This Limited Warranty begins on the date the product is delivered to the purchaser and continues for a period of two years new units or one year refurbished units 3 TO WHOM THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS GIVEN This Limited Warranty is given to the original purchaser of Bed Check s products only 4 PRODUCTS COVERED This Limited Warranty covers all Bed Check Control Units i e Model Vr Classic Check Chair Check II and Basic Check
13. green light MONitor mode is blinking before leaving the patient Always physically inspect the status of the control unit by viewing the illumi nated indicators on the face of the control unit before leaving the patient s room If the control unit is in either hold mode press the reset button to imme diately begin monitoring and ensure the green monitor light is flashing There is a possibility of the patient exiting the bed or chair during either HOLD period Quick Start Procedures How to get started with no setting changes for the experienced Bed Check Caregiver Do use this section if you already understand the basic operational procedures and the present settings do not need to be changed Do not use this section if you are unfamiliar with this equipment or wish to change settings Please refer to other sections of this User Guide See Table of Contents Current Settings If brand new the factory set delay is 3 seconds Day mode Low pitch warble alarm tone maximum Day Volume and minimum Nite Volume If the unit has already been in service the settings will be as last selected whether or not power has been interrupted since then Action step is in normal type System indications are in Italics Set up 1 Install and connect the Sensormat 2 Plug in the power cord Unit will beep twice with solid yellow Idle HOLD 3 Plug in the nurse call system cord if used with an adapter if needed Monitori
14. he countersunk screws secure the bottom of the case Do not over tighten I nti 40 0 Classic Check plugs into Nurse Call system System Oper ation The Classic Check Unit is factory set for a 3 second delay day mode Low pitch warble alarm tone maximum day volume and minimum night volume p Power up the Classic Check Unit by plugging the power cord into a standard 120 VAC outlet The unit will respond by giving a short two beep Hello signal If connecting to a nurse call system plug the Classic Check Unit nurse call cord into the system The Classic Check Unit will function whether or not connected to a nurse call system The yellow HOLD light and SECONDS ALARM lights will illuminate The Classic Check Unit powers up in idle HOLD with a steady yellow HOLD light and the red lights indicating the delay setting of 1 2 or 3 seconds This is the best time to make operational parameter changes since the patient is not yet on the mat See the section entitled Changing Operational Parameters on page 10 for more information If you have not already done so install the Sensormat on the bed or chair and plug its cord into the Classic Check Unit The yellow HOLD light should not blink either alone or with the delay lights If it does replace the Sensormat The Classic Check Unit will stay in idle HOLD steady yellow until further action is taken If weight is sensed on
15. in any way without the express written consent of Bed Check g Any Control Units which have been repaired other than by Bed Check 7 RESPONSIBILITIES OF WARRANTOR UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY a In the event of a defect malfunction or other failure of the product not caused by any misuse or damage to the product while in the possession of purchaser the warrantor will remedy the failure or defect without charge to the purchaser within a reasonable time The remedy will consist of repair or replacement of the product or refund of the purchase price at the warrantor s option If the product is no longer available warrantor will supply purchaser with a comparable product or refund the purchase price at warrantor s option However the warrantor will not elect refund unless it is unable to provide replacement and repair is not commercially practicable and cannot be made within a reasonable time or unless the purchaser is willing to accept such refund b If this product or one of its component parts contains a defect or malfunction after a reasonable number of attempts by the war rantor to remedy the defects or malfunctions the purchaser will be entitled to either a refund or replacement of the product or its component part or parts Replacement of a component part includes its free installation 8 RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE PURCHASER UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY a Disinfect the Control Unit if necessary so that it is reasonably free from i
16. l buttons Press release RESET once to silence and lock the tone 11 Volume Settings Since each alarm tone is different you may wish to change the volume setting whenever the alarm tone selection is changed You may also choose to set dif ferent volumes for DAY and NITE modes For any selected alarm tone there are 7 selectable volumes each for DAY and NITE modes You may wish to have a quieter or louder volume at night than during the day 1 First select DAY mode blue light off or NITE mode blue light on by pressing the DAY NITE button on the left 2 To hear the current volume in that mode a b C Press and hold RESET Press and release DAY NITE VOLUME Release RESET You will hear the current volume and tone setting Silence by pressing RESET 3 To change the volume setting a b Press and hold RESET Press and hold DAY NITE VOLUME c Release RESET d Continue holding DAY NITE VOLUME and press release RESET until desired volume is reached Each press release of the RESET advances volume one step If it is at max 7 the sequence will start over at 1 For a visual indication of what setting you re on observe the 3 red LEDs Setting O off on Sound Level approx NYDN PWN Ke OO 67db O O 73db O e 7T7db 00 80db 0e 81db 00 83db 000 85db f When desired volume is reached release all buttons Press release RESET once more to silence and lock in the volume The Cla
17. nfectious matter b Package the Control Unit with a minimum of two inches of shock absorbent packaging material Deliver or ship the Control Unit to Bed Check Freight costs if any must be borne by the purchaser c Use the Control Unit with reasonable care and in accordance with the supplied owner s manual THIS LIMITED WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE 15 LIMITED WARRANTY BED CHECK SENSORMATS 1 WARRANTOR This Limited Warranty is given by Bed Check 1620 N 20th Cir Lincoln NE 68503 2 DURATION This Limited Warranty begins on the date the product is delivered to the purchaser and continues for a period of one year or for the duration of the warranty stated on the Sensormat label from the date first installed whichever comes first 3 TO WHOM THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS GIVEN This Limited Warranty is given to the original purchaser of Bed Check s products only 4 PRODUCTS COVERED his Limited Warranty covers all Bed Check Sensormats 5 WHAT IS COVERED UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY Defects in material and workmanship which occur within the period described in paragraph 2 Warrantor makes no other warranties expressed or implied including without limitation warrantor makes no warranty as to mer chantability or fitness for a particular purpose 6 WHAT IS NOT COVERED UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY a ANY INCIDENTAL INDIRECT OR CONSE
18. ng patient resident 4 Place the patient on the mat Flashing yellow for 5 seconds or push RESET to bypass and monitor immediately then blinking green ACAUTION Assure the green MONitoring light is blinking before leaving the patient The sys tem will not alarm while in any HOLD mode yellow light blinking or on Repositioning or removing patient resident 5 Push RESET middle button Flashing yellow light temporary HOLD for 25 seconds Classic Check then automatically goes back to MONitor mode blinking green if weight is sensed on the Sensormat or idle HOLD steady yellow if no weight is sensed 6 Any time weight is on the Sensormat start immediate monitoring by pressing RESET Shutting off alarm 7 Press RESET Flashing yellow temporary HOLD for 25 seconds then steady yellow idle HOLD if no weight is on the mat or blinking green light MONitor if weight is on the mat Day nite Mode change either way 8 Press DAY NITE button once DAY mode no light in splash shield NITE mode blue in splash shield Quick Set Procedures How to change settings for the experienced Bed Check Caregiver Best done holding the unit with both hands and using both thumbs to press buttons We recommend setting volumes after setting the tone Classic Check remembers its current setting after power interruptions Actions are in standard type Classic Check indications are in italics DAY NITE mode change 1 P
19. nt tampering with alarm settings Sensor mat AWARNING Nursing personnel should test the system s effectiveness daily when either Sensormat position is selected Sensormats may not be effective with air bed type mattresses test before using To ensure effectiveness place the Sensormat across the width of the bed ON TOP OF THE MATTRESS The preferred Sensormat location is directly under the patient s buttocks three to five inches below the bend in the mattress when the head of the bed is elevated Effective operation of the Sensormat in the alternative location behind the patient s back is dependent upon their weight and the articulation angle of the bed To prevent slipping and to maintain the correct position of the Sensormat always use the enclosed rubber bands and metal clips A Thread one end of the band through the ole of the clip to form a loop Pass the other end of the band through the loop and pull tight to form a knot at the base of the clip B Thread the other end of the band through the Sensormat hole to form a loop Bring the clip through the loop and pull tight to form another knot at the end of the Sensormat Repeat these steps on the other end of the mat C Position Sensormat across width of bed 3 inches to 5 inches below bend in mattress so it will be under the patient s buttocks D Attach the clips to the piping at the bottom of the mattress on both sides of the bed or to
20. ress 1620 N 20th Cir Lincoln NE 68503 1103 1 800 523 7956 www bedcheck com ggSenior Technologies 2008 The Stanley Works All Rights Reserved Bed Check Classic Check and Sensormat are registered trademarks of Stanley Logistics Inc
21. ress release the DAY NITE button Blue light in the splash shield indicates NITE mode ALARM tone check Tone will be identical in DAY and NITE modes 1 Press hold RESET press release ALARM release RESET hear present alarm tone 2 To silence press release RESET again silence ALARM tone change 10 settings Tone will be the same in both DAY and NITE modes Press hold RESET press hold ALARM Do not release either yet 2 Continue to hold down ALARM but release RESET hear present alarm tone 3 While still holding down ALARM press release RESET Each time you do this unit will sequence to the next tone setting Repeat until you hear desired tone 4 When desired setting is reached release ALARM button Press release RESET once more to silence and lock in setting silence Summary The motion is hold middle hold right release middle Press release middle repeatedly to select a tone Release all press release middle once more to lock j nN VOLUME check 1 Set to DAY mode to check day volume or NITE mode to check night volume 2 Press hold RESET press release VOLUME release RESET hear present tone 3 To silence press release RESET again silence VOLUME change 7 separate settings available each for DATE and NITE modes Set to DAY mode to set day volume or NITE mode to set night volume Press hold RESET press hold VOLUME Do not release either yet Continue to hold down VOLUME release RE
22. roduct or refund of the purchase price at the warrantor s option If the product is no longer available warrantor will supply purchaser with a comparable product or refund the purchase price at warrantor s option However the warrantor will not elect refund unless it is unable to provide replacement and repair is not commercially practicable and cannot be made within a reasonable time or unless the purchaser is willing to accept such refund b If this product or one of its component parts contains a defect or malfunction after a reasonable number of attempts by the warrantor to remedy the defects or malfunctions the purchaser will be entitled to either a refund or replacement of the product or its component part or parts Replacement of a component part includes its free installation 8 RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE PURCHASER UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY a Disinfect the Sensormat if necessary so that it is reasonably free from infectious matter b Package the Sensormat unfolded and in a flat position Deliver or ship the Sensormat to Bed Check Freight costs if any must be borne by the purchaser c Use the Sensormat with reasonable care and in accordance with the supplied owner s manual THIS LIMITED WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE 4 16 STANLEY Bed Check DY Mailing Address PO Box 80238 Lincoln NE 68501 0238 Shipping Add
23. ssic Check Unit s settings will remain unchanged during power interruptions If you wish to change the volume setting in the other mode Day or Nite go back to step 1 change the mode and repeat the process 12 Troubleshooting AWARNING Test the system s operations daily Failure to do so could result in injury or death Problem No alarm Patient out of bed Check 1 Are you using the Bed Check Sensormat or another manufacturer s mat A defective mat or a mat provided by a different manufacturer will generally cause the Control Unit to alarm when it is plugged into the unit and power is on 2 Did the patient get up during the preset HOLD period 3 Is the Sensormat bent through misplacement or handling Is it functional Try another Sensormat 4 Is there an object putting pressure on the Sensormat simulating the patient s weight 5 Is there power to the unit Note that if it is connected to the nurse call system and power to the unit is interrupted the unit will alarm the nurse call system Problem Control Unit alarms during set up Check 1 Is the connector between the Sensormat and Control Unit snapped in properly 2 Has the cord been pulled from the Sensormat or its connector 3 Is the mat a Bed Check Sensormat Problem Alarm triggered Patient in bed Check 1 Did the patient get up and return to the bed upon hearing the alarm 2 Is the mat a Bed Check Sensormat 3 Is the S
24. tem e A description of the system s call cord or pillow speaker including the type of plug and number of pins in the plug e Whether your nurse call system is normally open or normally closed e If this information is not available you may still contact us for assistance and we will be glad to help you Possible Internal Set up Instructions only if connecting to a nurse call system 1 Determine if your nurse call system is a normally closed or normally open system consult your BioMed The Classic Check Unit is factory set for a normally open system unless otherwise specified 2 If your system is normally open or if your Classic Check Unit was ordered to be specifically compatible with your system skip the rest of this section Continue on to the section entitled How to Use the System on page 4 AWARNING Danger of electrical shock Unplug unit before servicing NOTE The following steps 3 Thru 8 should be accomplished only by your BioMed Department or Bed Check 3 With the Classic Check Unit unplugged remove the 4 screws from the back of the case 4 Remove splash guard and the back cover 5 At JP1 remove jumper 6 Re install the jumper on pins 2 amp 3 for normally closed 1 amp 2 is for normally open 7 If RTV has been damaged during disassembly reapply before reassembling Reassemble the cover fits only one way 8 Reinstall the 4 screws The round headed screws fit the splash shield and t
25. the bed frame The idea is to have the rubber bands taut so the Sensormat does not slide back and forth over the mattress E You may place over the Sensormat a felt or incontinence pad towel draw sheet rubber sheet sheep skin or convoluted foam pad Make the bed as usual Z t Bye sensor m LA WARNING To ensure compatibility the Classic Check control unit should be used only with Bed Check Sensormat pressure sensitive mats An alarm may sound when a damaged or incompatible mat is plugged into the control unit The power supply must be unplugged from the wall to cancel the alarm Always physically inspect the status of the control unit by viewing the illumi nated indicators on the face of the control unit before leaving the patient s room If the control unit is in either HOLD mode press the reset button to immediately begin monitoring and ensure the green monitor light is flashing There is a possibility of the patient exiting the bed or chair during either HOLD period The Sensormat is effective for patients weighing 100 pounds or more For patients weighing under 100 pounds test the effectiveness immediately upon installation with the patient in bed Please be aware that the physiology of each patient is different The functionality of the Sensormat is impacted by the physics of the patient s weight and height Plug the Sensormat cord connector into the side of the control unit Port desig nated
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