Operating instructions
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1. see alarm functions goes out Attention When raising the head rest portion of the bed please increase mattress pressure by 1 to 2 degrees 9 Setting of patient weight Please check the numbers on the dial when setting the best suitable patient cell pressure Please consider that these pre settings are recommendations only Please conduct the Practical Test in any case and make individual adjustments until you determine the correct setting for the patient in question 10 Static mode The unit can be operated in static mode for special applications for example pain patients patient transport In static mode all cells are ventilated with the same pressure the alternating effect is stopped Please note that due to the cyclic adjustment of the drive the switching to static mode may take up to max 9 to 10 minutes We recommend to set the pressure to 1 2 settings lower than indicated on the dial scale Conduct a system check as well LED lights up immediately after static mode has been initiated Static mode adjusts automatically inside the drive cycle 11 Keyboard locking function In order to prevent unauthorized changes in the default settings the APM bari control unit is equipped with an automatic keyboard locking system It automatically becomes active after 3 minutes Cancel the keyboard locking function by pressing the key with a symbol of a key on it Keep the key pressed for approx 5 seconds till the LED2. Display LOCK goes out Now depending upon the desired operating mode the unit can be set to alternating mode using the mode key LED Display ALTER glows or the static mode LED Display STATIC APM Bari 2011 10 31_englisch doc Page 6 12 Alarm function The novacare APM bari Alternating pressure system features an alarm system It visually and acoustically displays low pressure and power failure as well as interruption in electricity Upon commissioning the system is in low pressure during the inflation phase up until it has been completely vented The optical low pressure indicator LOW lights up The acoustic alarm features a delay function which considers the duration of inflation The alarm automatically activates after about 45 minutes If for example during re positioning the pressure sinks below 20 mm Hg for a short time the acoustical alarm changes to a 5 minute delay If there is still low pressure after this delay the alarm is activated This avoids a disturbing undesired alarm Description of the acoustic alarm signal Power failure pulsed individual Beep Signal e eee a m Beep beep beep Low pressure pulsed double Beep Signal Beep beep beep beep beep beep Disconnecting the acoustic alarm Power failure Shut down alarm switch located at the bottom of the unit to 0 Low Pressure Shut down control unit ON OFF or pull the power plug If applicable set alarm switc
3. Hospital hygiene and Infection prevention Already validated procedures and hygiene schedules if any must be applied for this preparation Please act according to your locally valid hygiene directives and the respective list of disinfectants for disinfecting the products and use only disinfectants listed in them Follow the instructions for use prescribed by the respective manufacturer Warranty claims become null and void if inappropriate and unlisted preparations are used or are used inappropriately We recommend our cleaning service Please inquire about the applicable charges APM Bari 2011 10 31_englisch doc Page 10 25 Care cleaning disinfection The novacare APM bari Alternating pressure system wraparound protective cover can be cleaned chemical thermally by machine up to 60 For disinfection we recommend the use of an approved disinfection cleaning additive To increase the life span clean cells by spray wipe disinfection In special cases chemical thermal cleaning is possible as well Please ensure that the cell body opening are shut when cleaned by machine For use follow the recommentions of the respective manufacturer This measure might not replace hygiene regulations currently valid in your country and should be applied only in special cases i e interim cleaning of acute contamination 26 Warranty e The warranty is based on statutory regulations e Every warranty is excluded immediately if the good
4. PM Bari 2011 10 31_englisch doc Page 3 6 Operating elements Controls Key layout LED Displays Device on Lock function active T Bodyweight Mode alternating static Care Function on Low pressure alarm Key layout Power switch Cycle setting Activating the Care Function Operating mode selector switch Static Alternating Unlocking the keyboard APM Bari 2011 10 31_englisch doc Page 4 7 Operating elements Connections Fuse Connecting couplings for matress tubes AA OO IG O Ai an Power alarm switch Power cable Power switch 8 Preparing the system for commissioning 1 10 11 APM Bari 2011 10 31_englisch doc First remove the existing mattress on the bed of the patient Now take the entire mattress system from the carton and keep it on the grid of the bed of the patient Remove the control unit from the carton and attach it to the foot end of the bed with fixing hooks Due to the automatic foldable clamps the system fits to the foot of the bed which provides a secure hold Once the control unit is detached the clamps automatically fold back to the starting position Should the base mattress have been removed from the system unroll it and insert into the separate pocket located below the cell chamber For this purpose undo the cell holder at th
5. ase see to it that there is proper air circulation and that the air filter is not blocked e g in case of floors with thick carpets 17 Transportation of patients operation without power In case of separation from power supply i e patient transportation pressure within the alternating pressure mattress can be maintained for a certain amount of time Two options apply First switch the system to static mode a Pull the power plug System pressure is maintained for 15 20 minutes and is then gradually reduced b Separate the control unit from the alternating pressure mattress Release and remove the Trio plug at the control unit Put the cap onto the socket and ensure that the it catches properly This has to be done quickly in order to avoid loss of pressure The system maintains the pressure for several hours We recommend checking the overlay for sufficient pressure in regular intervals 18 Technical data e control unit e Mattress e cells e Max infl pressure w o weight e cycle weight 5 5 kg dimensions 30 x 22 x 12cm length power cord 3m rated speed AC 220 240 V 50 Hz Max 0 2 A Fuse rating TIAH 250 VAC 1A protection class Type BF Class weight 16 0 kg dims w o base 200 x 120 x 24 cm material cover PU dims 90 X 26 X 22 cm material Nylon PU coated 75 85 mm Hg 5 10 15 minuts e surrounding conditions APM Bari 2011 10 31_englisch doc 20 90 Saar oo Rel Air humidi
6. e novacare APM bari Alternating pressure system is considered to be a medical device according to RL 93 42 and MPG Follow these statutory regulations while using the device Maintenance at regular intervals is necessary to preserve the function of novacare APM bari Alternating pressure system This must be undertaken earliest after 10 and latest after 14 months from the date of purchase Maintenance inspection is conducted by the manufacturer or by his authorized contractor at a charge lf maintenance inspection is not conducted at all or is conducted not as per schedule or not by an authorized agency then the warranty and warranty claims are no longer valid Damages or any other loss of function arising from lack of maintenance or untimely maintenance inspection or interference by an unauthorized agency likewise leads to loss of warranty and warranty claims see Warranty The following measures are to be implemented during maintenance inspection e Replace the membrane unit e Replace the air filter e Replace the synchronous motor e Conduct function test function inspection e Sealing of the case and attaching an inspection sticker e Protective conductor check in accordance with DIN VDE 0751 Maintenance inspection undertaken by the Service department of novacare gmbh is recorded and documented 24 Hygiene Systems designed for reuse must be prepared on the basis of locally valid directive laws or regulations for
7. e snap fasteners located at the foot of the bed Please ensure that the connecting tube is located at the foot end of the bed Roll out the base mattress and push it inside a separate chamber below the cell chambers This chamber is equipped with a wraparound cover Fix the complete mattress overlay with 6 fastening belts to the bed grid Now connect the Trio Plug of the mattress in feed tube remove the transport lock beforehand with the connector to the underside of the control unit Please ensure that the plug is engaged properly Insert the power plug into a 230 V socket Now activate the main power switch on the underside of the unit The unit displays STANDBY to indicate that it is ready for operation Switch on the control unit by pressing the key power Now depending upon the desired operating mode set the unit using the mode key to alternating mode LED Display ALTER glows or the static mode LED Display STATIC glows Page 5 12 The process of inflation takes approx 20 minutes 13 It is not necessary to set the pressure to suit the patient The comfort setting automatically adjusts to the pressure of the patient in the sleeping position Select the central position for the standard setting conduct the practical test see description practical test and correct if necessary individually observe the key locking function 14 The system is ready to be operated if the display LOW
8. h to 0 13 Using the Care Function The control unit of APM bari is equipped with a CARE function On activating this function all chambers of the mattress system are filled with maximum system pressure for 30 minutes After 30 minutes the system automatically switches over to the alternating pressure mode for the safety of the patient This function simplifies the process of shifting patients from one location to another during treatment 14 Practical Test In case of optimum and correct pressure you should be able to pass your hand between the patient and an inflated cell without any difficulty 15 System operations with one cell extracted The mattress overlay of APM bari allows operations even if the cell is removed For doing so loosen the CPC Coupling of the cell in question remove the cell and lock the coupling with a CPC Sealing plug A CPC Plug Art No 991016 is supplied with the system Please ensure that the plug is engaged properly Now the system can be used once again without difficulty The cell thus removed can be inserted back in exactly the opposite sequence APM Bari 2011 10 31_englisch doc Page 7 16 Alternative positioning of the control unit The control unit of APM bari can also be operated in a horizontal position if a suspension is not desirable or not possible at the head end Legs provided for the control unit enable secure positioning and provide adequate gap for air circulation In any c
9. novacaregd APM bari Operating instructions With the novacare APM bari Alternating pressure system you have acquired a Decubitus Treatment system A good decision Your novacare Team Please read the following operating instructions carefully and read the caution notice before commissioning the system Table of contents 1 Scope of supply Page 3 2 The System Page 3 3 Indications Contraindications Page 3 4 Severity of Decubitus Area of application Page 3 5 Maximum load Patient weight Page 3 6 Operating elements Controls Key Layout Page 4 7 Operating elements Connections Page 4 8 Preparing the system for commissioning Page 5 6 9 Setting of patient weight Page 6 10 Static mode Page 6 11 Key locking function Page 6 12 Alarm function Page 7 13 Using the Care Function Page 7 14 Practical Test Page 7 15 System operations with one cell extracted Page 7 16 Alternative positioning of the control unit Page 8 17 Transportation of patients operation without power Page 8 18 Technical data Page 8 19 Technical safety Page 9 20 Biocompatibility Page 9 21 CPR Valve Page 9 22 Caution notice Page 9 23 Maintenance Inspection Page 10 24 Hygiene Page 10 25 Care cleaning disinfection Page 11 26 Warranty Page 11 27 Designation Item number Page 11 APM Bari 2011 10 31_englisch doc Page 2 1 The System Consists of a high quality control unit with a membrane pump and a mattre
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11. s supplied by us are processed handled or modified by other parties without our consent or if our operating instructions are not followed If the seals are damaged it will be assumed that the aforesaid activities have been carried out e For medical devices as understood by the EG Directive 93 42 EEC whose usage is subject to regular service and maintenance a warranty can be offered only if the service intervals prescribed by the manufacturer are adhered to e As far as warranty claims are accepted and if during the subsequent inspection it is found that the damages are of wear and tear or are not subject to warranty then we are empowered to claim the expenses inspection transport costs etc from the customer e The use of parts or individual components of other systems or products or combinations thereof are not permissible Warranty claims cease to exist for any damage resulting from this which must be borne by the user 27 Designation Article No e Designation novacare APM bari Alternating pressure system e Article No 991800 N APM Bari 2011 10 31_englisch doc Page 11 novacare gmbh ISO CERTIFIED novacare a CE D gmbh D 67098 Bad Durkheim Bruchstrasse 48 Tel 06322 9565 0 Fax 06322 9565 65 www novacare de Copyright The instruction manual is protected by copyright Any reproduction and duplication recording in online services and the internet as well as any saving or copying on data carrier
12. ss replacement with 18 air cells arranged in a transverse manner and a base mattress Except for 3 static cells in the head area all cells are vented The mattress replacement system is additionally equipped with a high quality bi elastic steam permeable water tight wraparound protective cover 2 Scope of supply Alternating pressure system APM bari Alternating pressure mattress replacement APM bari Carry bag Operating instructions 3 Indication Contraindication Indication Treatment and prevention of pressure ulcers and decubitus Contraindication The system should not be applied to poly traumatic patients patients with fractures of the spine pelvis and extremities or craniocerebral trauma The attending physician has to assess indication for patients suffering from neurological deficiencies and missing body perception Alternating resting pressure should not be applied to pain or pain sensitive patients In this case apply the static mode or other suitable overlays from foam or other materials which can be found in the novacare range in ample supply 4 Severity of Decubitus Area of application The novacare APM bari Alternating pressure system is recommended for Decubitus up to Grade IV according to Seiler and Decubitus up to Grade IV according to EPUAP NPUAP 5 Maximum load Patient weight The novacare APM bari Alternating pressure system has been designed for a maximum patient weight of 280 kg A
13. ty Temperature operation T Page 8 19 Technical safety Testing according to DIN EN 60601 1 2 2001 Testing according to DIN EN 60000 3 2 1995 Testing according to DIN EN 60000 3 3 1995 Fire test to DIN EN 597 1 and DIN EN 597 2 Cell California Firetest Class Cover 2 Membrane compressors Tension relief of the power cable Splash proof Alarm function Low pressure alarm optical Power loss failure alarm acoustic e CPR Emergency valve e Automatic foldable holding clamps 20 PracticalTesting for toxicological harmlessness and biocompatibility compliance of standards e DIN EN ISO 10993 1 1998 ASTM F 963 96a 21 CPR Valve novacare alternating pressure system APM bari is equipped with a CPR emergency valve It facilitates quick deflation within seconds for example to conduct a resuscitation In this case set the valve to switch position open 22 Caution e Protect the control unit from humidity and direct wetness e Keep the tubes free of bends e Do not use the system in the proximity of a source of heat e Pull out the power plug while moving the bed e Never pull the cable e Sharp objects must be kept away Do not fix the overlay with inappropriate means e Do not use the system in the proximity of inflammable gases risk of explosion e Use only genuine spare parts and consumables APM Bari 2011 10 31_englisch doc Page 9 23 Maintenance Inspection Th
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