Graham Field ALTADYNE 753003 User's Manual
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1. LUMEX AltaDyne For The Quality Of Life AltaDyne AutoFloat Alternating Pressure Management Plus Model 753003 Model 753004 OPERATORS MANUAL Graham Field Health Products i 2935 Northeast Parkway Atlanta Georgia 30360 1 800 347 5678 Fax 1 800 726 0601 www grahamfield com 753003 INS LAB P N 12709 000 5 05 Lumex AltaDyne AutoFloat Warranty Table Of Contents 1 0 Warranty eccentric ec eae ipa Fan Caan nL ag LN 2 Di Byatt oS eere enipe n asiani anie eA Aeae a E E S 3 SQ mdications for Use ssivissiesscssescstibicesevaecsiSeesaveces A E 3 4 0 COMtraiMCiCatiOn s seesesseescssesscseessesessesesscssesscseeseesessessessesseseesseseessseceeeseesecsecseeeeeaes 3 5 0 Safety Precautions seeeeeeseereerereererrereresreresesteserereersreerseeerserenseesnetenesrenererserereerereereerereee 3 MOM Breclag e ie Rene ear ner ne Senn ene cenre ekeni etcetera E 4 7O DAE CCRC REE OES CR Re Ee Teor 4 8 0 Operator Control Pasmel six cceniessisaneceneasstctssencarsasagnacensesichasstystaraniesnnmninicealaenninine 5 9 0 Setting Up the System esagaan css canessarnncsuanresvcanvonvcsta rit cgncguraevea nes seanepnvenvess geintepanin dentate 6 10 0 Instructions for Use rrs s ssssessessessseeseescessesscescessesseessesseessessesseessessescsesseeseeeseseeesseseeseesenes 6 11 0 Transferring Patients In and out Of Bed er seseeseeeeesteeeseeeeteseeenesesneenenteneeneeententense 7 12 0 CPR Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation s sssssssss2. Out of Bed 1 For patient transfer press the MAX INFLATE button This will maximally inflate the mattress to provide a firm and stable support surface and suspend AP and automatic modes Pressing the MAX INFLATE button again will cancel this mode and return the mattress to previously chosen settings 2 While in the max inflate mode the indicator adjacent to the MAX INFLATE button will flash to remind the caregiver that the system is in this state After approximately 30 minutes the Control Unit will automatically cancel the max inflate mode and return to the previously chosen settings Lumex AltaDyne AutoFloat CPR Cleaning Care Storage 12 0 CPR Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation To deflate mattress for CPR 1 Disconnect the dual quick connect couplings of the mattress hose from the Control Unit Mattress will deflate in approximately 15 20 seconds 2 Proceed with CPR procedures 13 0 System Cleaning Care and Storage 13 1 Cleaning WARNING Disconnect the AC power cord from the wall outlet before attempting to clean the Control Unit Do not heat or steam autoclave any component of the system 1 To clean use soap water and a clean cloth to wipe down the Control Unit power cord hoses and mattress Do not use abrasive cleaners on the mattress Wipe dry with a clean dry cloth Note Blood and other body fluids must be thoroughly cleaned from all surfaces before applying disinfectants 2 Apply any EPA approved disinfectant
3. Verify that all 20 air cells are connected to the air manifold within mattress 15 0 Specifications Control Unit Operating Ambient P Temperature Range 60 to 85 F 16 to 29 C Class I grounded equipment not suitable for use in the presence of a flammable anesthetic mixture with air or with oxygen or nitrous oxide Type BF equipment Classification UL2601 1 CSA C22 2 NO 601 1 EN 60601 1 IPXO enclosed equipment without protection against ingress of water Continuous operation Electromagnetic Meets EN60601 1 2 2001 Compatibility CISPR 11 Classified as Class B Group 1 ISM equipment
4. ator adjacent to the icon will light while AP mode is active Note AP mode is temporarily suspended in max inflate mode SOFT decreases the inflation level of the bed while Control Unit is in manual mode only Pressing once will decrease the setting by one comfort level Pressing and holding will rapidly change the setting COMFORT CONTROL INDICATOR displays the current inflation level setpoint FIRM increases inflation level of the bed while in manual mode only Pressing once will increase the setting by one comfort level setting 2 5mmHg Pressing and holding will rapidly change the setting MAX INFLATE selects deselects the max inflate mode maximum mattress firmness The indicator adjacent to the button will flash while max inflate mode is active After 30 minutes max inflate mode will cancel LOCKOUT activates or cancels lockout mode Press and hold for three seconds to activate or cancel mode The indicator adjacent to the button will light while lockout is active In lockout mode only the MAX INFLATE button is operational All other buttons are temporarily inactive ALARM SILENCE silences indefinitely the audible alarm POWER FAIL INDICATOR flashes when power supplied from line cord is interrupted while the Control Unit is operating To avoid an inadvertent power fail alarm place the unit in STANDBY mode before disconnecting power from Control Unit Lumex AltaDyne AutoFloat Setting Up the Syst
5. damaged they can only be replaced as a complete set 13 2 Storage Control Unit 1 Check the AC power cord and plug for abrasions or excessive wear 2 Coil power cord up and place both cord and Control Unit in plastic bag for storage Mattress 1 Check the air manifold of the mattress for kinks or breaks Replace if necessary 2 To deflate disconnect hose assembly from Control Unit 3 Coil the hose assembly loosely and roll the deflated air mattress starting at the head end Use the straps for containment Place in plastic bag for storage Lumex AltaDyne AutoFloat Troubleshooting Specifications 14 0 Troubleshooting SYMPTOM CORRECTIVE ACTION Make certain the air hoses are not kinked cracked or split Verify the hose couplings are fully engaged to controller Verify that all 20 air cells are connected to the air manifold within mattress Mattress does not inflate or is too soft Power loss indicator Power has been disconnected from unit while in an operational mode flashing and audible Restore power put unit in STANDBY mode then remove power Unit must always be alarm sounding returned to STANDBY mode before disconnecting power Indicator adjacent to ALARM SILENCE button is flashing and audible alarm is sounding If in AUTO mode check the connection of the Active Sensor mattress sensor cord to the jack on the side of the unit Reconnect if necessary Verify hose couplings are fully engaged to controller
6. e the floatation level determined by the automatic sensors within the mattress and make comfort level adjustments as necessary before resuming the A P operation 10 2 Use With A Static Mattress 1 Press the Mode Select button until the icons adjacent to the MANUAL and FLOAT icons are both illuminated 2 Adjust the inflation level for patient comfort using the SOFT and FIRM buttons These buttons adjust the inflation pressures in the mattress from a minimum of 7 5 mmHg one LED lighted on the COMFORT CONTROL INDICATOR to a maximum of 30 mmHg all LED s lighted 3 Manually ensure the patient is sufficiently supported In the mattress place your hand between two air cells and then under the patient s pelvic region For proper inflation there should be clearance for 3 4 fingers stacked vertically beneath the patient s pelvic region WARNING Check patient at least every 8 hours or once per shift to assure proper system inflation 4 To prevent accidental changes in settings press and hold the LOCKOUT button for approximately 3 seconds Manual Mode A P 5 If alternating low pressure management is desired press the Mode Select button until the lights adjacent to the MANUAL and A P icons are illuminated If A P alternating pressure is selected in combination with Manual mode every other cell within the mattress will alternately increase and decrease pressure every 2 2 minutes 11 0 Transferring Patients In and
7. em Instructions for Use 9 0 Setting Up the System Mattress Mattress l 2 Place the mattress on the bed frame with the connecting hoses at the foot of the bed Before securing the mattress straps raise the head and foot ends of the bed frame Raise the side rails Loosely secure mattress to bed frame by looping the nylon straps on mattress through the bed frame and then back through the D rings on mattress Make sure the side rails can still move up and down without interference Lower frame to its horizontal position and tighten straps Cover the mattress with the low shear Top Sheet and attach to the mattress by looping the Velcro straps on the Top Sheet through the D rings on the mattress Verify Top Sheet is loosely fit so as not to hammock patient above mattress Control Unit Linens Patient 1 2 Suspend Control Unit on footboard of bed using the mounting brackets on back of unit Connect the dual quick connect couplings of the mattress hoses to the mating connectors located on the side of the Control Unit Check that the hoses are secure by gently pulling Ensure the hoses are not kinked or tucked under the mattress If using an Active Sensor Mattress connect the plug end of the mattress sensor cord into the jack on the side of the Control Unit Plug the AC power cord into properly grounded outlet The Control Unit will enter STANDBY mode Press the ON STANDBY button on the lower right of the control pane
8. eveloping pressure ulcers The system consisting of a Control Unit and Air Flotation Mattress with it s Top Sheet is designed to provide pressure management and patient comfort The Control Unit inflates and maintains the Mattress to user selected settings and can also provide on demand alternating low pressure treatment if desired Featuring Active Sensor Technology the system automatically adjusts the Mattress to the optimal fill level ensuring complete flotation pressure management Mattress The Mattress base consists of twenty transverse air cells constructed of a low shear nylon Each of the individual cells is a minimum of eight inches tall inflated height and spatially oriented above a two inch convoluted foam base The Active Sensor Mattress utilizes 4 specialized air cells in the center region of the Mattress which contain active sensors for detecting patient flotation level Covering the entire Mattress assembly is a low friction low shear producing vapor permeable nylon Top Sheet The Top Sheet surface creates a membrane impermeable to liquids air and bacteria though still permeable to water vapor Quilted onto the base of the Mattress Top Sheet is a spun bonded polyester fiberfill that exhibits less frictional resistance to nylon than that of the patient s skin When the patient moves the Top Sheet tends to move relative to the air cells rather than relative to the patient minimizing shearing effects Additionally the quilt
9. ing acts to provide a diffusion layer by which the water vapor can be drawn away from the patient resulting in more efficient evaporation and subsequent reduced skin maceration 7 0 Features 7 1 Control Unit e Max inflate for easy patient transfer e Soft firm comfort control adjustment for customized treatment e On demand alternating low pressure management e Automatic patient flotation control via Active Sensor Technology to ensure optimal pressure management e CPR quick release providing for rapid deflation e Sleek and durable plastic housing is extremely compact and lightweight e Non slip mounting brackets for secure placement on the foot board of bed e Illuminated LED control panel for easy viewing e Control panel Lockout Mode to prevent inadvertent patient setting changes e Alarm Silence feature to temporarily suspend audible alarm 7 2 Active Sensor Air Flotation Mattress e Horizontal tubular cell construction for optimal comfort and pressure management e Individual air cells designed for maximum support and pressure distribution e High density foam base for additional protection e Low friction low shear Top Sheet to aid in prevention of skin breakdown e Dimensions base model 10 x 34 x 80 25 cm x 86 cm x 203 cm when fully inflated Other sizes are available e The red air cells contain active sensors for automatic patient flotation control e Optional Footstop cell to minimize heel interface pressure
10. l The mattress will begin to inflate This could take approximately 15 minutes for complete inflation Apply hospital linens and or incontinence pad over the top of the Mattress Linens should be loose to prevent hammocking Place patient on Mattress and position along center of bed Raise the bed side rails 10 0 Instructions for Use 10 1 Use with Active Sensor Mattress Automatic Mode Float 1 Automatic mode of operation is engaged automatically at the press of the ON button when the Mattress sensor cord is plugged into the Control Unit The indicator adjacent to the AUTO icon will light indicating the automatic mode is active To select Float press the Mode Select button until the indicators adjacent to the Float and Auto icons are illuminated The automatic mode requires no user input to determine the appropriate inflation level for the patient The active sensors in the mattress located under the patient s pelvic region in conjunction with the Control Unit automatically determine the optimal inflation level for the patient to ensure complete flotation Theory While in Automatic Float mode the Control Unit continually repeats a deflation inflation cycle The inflation level of the mattress is lowered until the lowest allowable flotation height is sensed via feedback from the active sensors in the mattress It is then slowly increased until the appropriate patient flotation height is sensed This is approximately fo
11. perly grounded outlet e Make certain all mattress straps are secured to the bed frame to prevent mattress from sliding and causing patient injury e Lumex mattresses are not intended to be AND DO NOT FUNCTION AS a patient fall safety device SIDE RAILS MUST BE USED WITH THE LUMEX MATTRESS TO PREVENT FALLS unless determined unnecessary based on the facility protocol or the patient s medical needs as determined by the facility IN WHICH CASE THE USE OF OTHER SUITABLE PATIENT SAFETY MEASURES ARE RECOMMENDED e Use minimal layers of sheeting and incontinence pads Too many layers between the patient s skin and the support surface will reduce the effectiveness of the system e Do not pull linens tightly over mattress Tight sheets can cause hammocking and reduce effectiveness of treatment e Medical Electrical Equipment requires special precautions regarding EMC and should be installed and put into service according to the EMC information provided in the accompanying documents e Portable and RF communications equipment can affect medical electrical equipment e Do not use in the presence of smoking materials or open flame Air flowing through the air mattress will support combustion Lumex AltaDyne AutoFloat Description Features 6 0 Description The AltaDyne AutoFloat is a portable air flotation system with on demand alternating low pressure treatment designed to provide benefit to patients suffering from or at risk of d
12. pose Control Units may be returned to Graham Field Health Products for servicing Contact Graham Field Health ProductsCustomer Service for return authorization prior to return Please contact Graham Field Health Products Customer Service if you have warranty questions Toll Free 800 347 5678 800 726 0601 Lumex AltaDyne AutoFloat Indications for Use Safety Precautions 2 0 Symbols VAN Attention consult accompanying document AN Dangerous voltage Type BF equipment Protective earth 3 0 Indications for Use This device is intended to assist in treating and preventing pressure ulcers 4 0 Contraindication Air support treatment is not recommended when spinal stability is a concern A 5 0 Safety Precautions Review the following SAFETY PRECAUTIONS prior to using the AltaDyne Auto Float System DANGER Risk of electric shock Refer servicing to qualified service personnel WARNING e Disinfect the AltaDyne AutoFloat system between patient installations Failure to disinfect may risk cross contamination and infection e Check patient at least every 8 hours or once per shift to assure proper system operation e Deflate mattress before performing CPR or CPR will be ineffective CAUTION e Some medical conditions may not respond to treatment of this type Patient s skin condition should be inspected regularly Consult physician if any redness or skin breakdown occurs e For grounding reliability plug only into a pro
13. ssesseessenseessceneesscsseeseenneessesnsensennes 8 13 0 System Cleaning Care and Storage an csiensniiaseramarsiomisnamenonatentnnesmnnien 8 14 0 Troubleshootingswnnciierassinnatadinnistnscniaiindetinateiaentinganimmaaasin 9 15 0 Specifications Control Unit e eeeseeeseeresrererrerereeeeresereenersesereeensererseesrereneseenereenereeereeee 9 Before you begin Important Before using the AutoFloat System please read and understand this manual and all safety precautions prior to each application Only qualified medical service personnel should attempt to repair this device A Service Manual is available for use by qualified personnel For assistance contact your local dealer If additional assistance is needed contact the Graham Field Health Products technical service department Domestic Customers Toll Free 1 800 347 5678 Fax 1 800 726 0601 1 0 Warranty The Control Unit is warranted free of defects in material and workmanship for a period of two 2 years The Mattress is warranted free of defects in material and workmanship each for a period of one 1 year The Control Unit and Mattress are warranted under the terms and conditions of the Graham Field Health Products warranty in place at the time of purchase A copy of the warranty is available upon request Graham Field Health Products disclaims all implied warranties including but not limited to the implied warranties of merchantability and of fitness for a particular pur
14. to the external surfaces of the Control Unit hoses and mattress Allow contact time according to manufacturers instructions The solution contact time is what makes disinfection effective 3 Wipe down the mattress with a clean dry cloth to remove any excess disinfectant 4 Top sheets of mattress may also be laundered between patient uses or as required to maintain good patient hygiene Fill the washing machine with warm water 70 140 F or 21 60 C Add one cup of laundry detergent Place no more than four top sheets in a single extra large load capacity washing machine When wash cycle is complete remove promptly from machine and ensure all excess water is drained from load Place dryer on LOWEST heat setting or AIR FLUFF if available until dry Verify top sheet is completely dry before placing under patient Do not dry clean or iron dry 5 If individual air cells of mattress become soiled clean and disinfect as described above or simply replace air cell with a clean replacement Single air cell replacement can be successfully achieved with patient remaining on the mattress Air cells which do not contain active sensors can also be laundered A plug is available from Lumex to prevent water from getting inside these during laundering WARNING Do not launder the Claret colored Active Sensor Technology air cells of the Active Sensor mattress Damage may result If one or more of the Active Sensor Technology air cells become
15. ur fingers width under the patient s pelvic region but will vary with patient weight and build Lumex AltaDyne AutoFloat Instructions for Use Transferring Patients If the patient sinks into the mattress for any reason such as elevation of the head section or other part of the bed the Control Unit will automatically increase the inflation level until the appropriate flotation height is again realized Disconnecting the mattress sensor cord from the Control Unit while in automatic mode will cause an audible alarm to sound and indicators adjacent to the ALARM SILENCE and AUTO icons to flash This alarm can be indefinitely silenced by pressing the ALARM SILENCE button Reconnect the mattress sensor cord to the jack on the right side of the unit or press the Mode Select button to disengage the automatic mode Connecting the mattress sensor cord to the Control Unit while the system is not in automatic mode will engage the automatic mode automatically and light the indicator adjacent to the AUTO button 4 To prevent accidental changes in settings press and hold the LOCKOUT button for approximately 3 seconds Automatic Mode AP 1 If alternating low pressure therapy is also desired press the Mode Select button until the indicators adjacent to the Auto and A P icons are illuminated 2 In Auto A P mode alternate cells within the mattress are inflated and deflated every 2 1 2 minutes At the end of each 2 2 minute cycle the system will evaluat
16. while maintaining proximal positioning of feet e Removable cells for greater flexibility and easy maintenance Lumex AltaDyne AutoFloat 8 0 Operator Control Panel Operator Control Panel LUIVIEX AltaDyne For The Quality Of Life 1 ON STANDBY switches Control Unit between On and STANDBY modes 2 POWER INDICATOR LED indicates AC power is present to the Control Unit 3 MODE SELECT Press repeatedly to toggle through operating modes Auto Float Auto A P Manual Float and Manual A P 3 1 AUTO MODE Sensor cord from mattress must be connected to control unit Mattress will automatically inflate to optimal level based on information received from active sensors in mattress The indicator adjacent to the icon will light while automatic mode is active Note Connecting the mattress sensor cord while the unit is not in automatic mode will cause the Control Unit to enter automatic mode immediately If Sensor cord from mattress becomes disconnected from control unit while in Auto mode alarm will sound 3 2 MANUAL MODE Mattress inflation level user determined by Comfort Adjust setting The indicator adjacent to the icon will light while manual mode is active 3 3 FLOAT MODE all cells within mattress will be uniformly inflated when this icon is illuminated 3 4 AP MODE Alternating Pressure Adjacent cells within mattress will be alternately inflated and deflated in this mode The indic
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