Drive Medical Design Medical Alarms 13605 User's Manual
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1. Seat belt will continue to sound until buckled or power switch is turned OFF Note Battery power is low if LED flashes continuously and sounds a single beep every 30 seconds Replace battery immediately If alarm tone decreases in volume replace battery immediately Testing the System 1 figure 2 amp figure 1 Power Switch Off Low 85dB or Hi 100dB ie Ss A N Tone Selector Delay Selector CHIME or ALARM O sec or 2 sec locate mounting bracket out of patient s reach low on back of wheelchair EAF ih HAWAI e WAN Test pad by applying pressure to pad for 3 seconds and releasing Alarm will sound when pressure is released Test lap cushion by connecting activation strap and releasing Alarm will sound when strap is released Test seat belt by fastening buckle and releasing Alarm will sound when belt is unbuckled Note If using alarm unit with optional delay settings pressure must be removed from pad for entire delay cycle before alarm will sound Always test alarm unit and pad cushion or seat belt together before each use Never use if alarm fails to sound when tested Always retest if alarm unit is dropped Inspect pad lap cushion or seat belt wires and all connections for damage Do not use if damaged Replace immediately 4 MEDICAL DESIGN amp MANUFACTURING Caution e This device is not a substitute for routine visual monitoring of patients It will not prevent falls Sta2. arm box to chair or bed remove belt clip from back of alarm unit Peel backing from pressure sensitive hook included and attach to back of alarm box Press firmly to attach alarm to mounting bracket BED Mount alarm box toward foot of bed Route cord toward footboard of bed Keep cord clear of siderails and all other moving parts Secure excess cord for patient staff safety CHAIR Mount alarm box out of patient s reach Route cord toward back of chair Keep cord clear of wheels and all other moving parts Secure excess cord for patient staff safety Figure 2 Use Move volume switch to Low or Hi 85 dB or 100 dB depending on required alarm volume for environment Figure 1 Select alarm tone alarm or chime Select delay setting O seconds or 2 seconds Switches are located inside battery compartment Figure 1 Plug sensor pad lap cushion or seat belt into telephone type jack on top of alarm box Inspect wires for damage before connecting Replace if damage to wiring or device is present Once initial pressure or contact is detected by alarm unit unit will beep once to alert caregiver that unit is active If resident leaves the chair or bed or unbuckles the seat belt alarm will sound and LED will flash Unit will sound continuously until patient returns to bed or chair or power switch is moved to the OFF position For lap cushion unit will sound continuously until activation strap is properly re secured or power is turned off
3. device was built to exacting standards and carefully inspected prior to shipment This 6 Month Limited Warranty is an expression of our confidence in the materials and workmanship of our products and our assurance to the consumer of years of dependable service In the event of a defect covered by this warranty we will at our option repair or replace the device This warranty does not cover device failure due to owner misuse or negligence or normal wear and tear The warranty does not extend to non durable components such as rubber accessories casters and grips which are subject to normal wear and need periodic replacement If you have a question about your Drive device or this warranty please contact an authorized Drive dealer item 13605 item 13606 2006 Medical Depot Inc All rights reserved Drive is a trademark of Medical Depot Inc p www drivemedical com MEDICAL DESIGN amp MANUFACTURING Port Washington N Y 11050 USA Made in China
4. ff must make frequent routine visual inspections to ensure sensor pad lap cushion or seat belt is properly placed and alarm unit is powered on e Use of alarm unit may not be suitable for all High Risk patients Other safety measures may still be necessary to ensure patient safety Optional Nurse Call Feature for Bedside Use Plug one end of Nurse Call Cable sold separately into top of alarm unit and opposite end of cable into a compatible nurse call plug located at resident s bedside When alarm sounds a signal will activate nurse call station just as it would if emergency button were pressed Care e Wipe clean using standard cleaning disinfectants Do not immerse in fluids e Check function before each use and if alarm unit is dropped Do not use equipment that has been damaged Precautions e Avoid contact with water remove alarm unit from wheelchair before washing Alarm emits extremely loud signal Do not point unit directly at yourself or anyone else unless you need immediate assistance Do not place unit near resident s ear as possible hearing loss can occur Maintenance Check alarm before each use to ensure alarm function If alarm fails to sound replace battery If alarm fails to work with a new battery inspect and clean battery terminals 6 Month Limited Warranty Your Drive brand product is warranted to be free of defects in materials and workmanship for 6 months of the original consumer purchaser This
5. tamper proof chair and bed patient alarm item 13605 item 136006 Directions For Application Use and Care Application The Drive Sensor Basic Alarm is used with a sensor pad lap cushion or seat belt to alert staff that a resident is about to wander When sensor is activated an 85dB or 100dB alarm tone sounds notifying caregiver User can choose O or 2 second delay setting LED indicates low battery Alarm features convenient ON OFF switch 9V battery included Installation 1 Insert one 9V battery into battery compartment of the alarm To open compartment remove screw and slide compartment door open With battery door open select delay setting for alarm Delay can be set to respond immediately zero second delay or to sound after weight has been removed from sensor pad for a full 2 seconds When used with sensor pads 2 second delay is particularly helpful with active patients who produce false alarms due to frequent weight shifts Zero second delay setting is recommended for use with lap cushion and seat belt Figure 1 Also located in battery compartment is the tone selector switch Choose from either ALARM tone or CHIME tone Figure 1 If using mesh bag to attach alarm to chair or bed place alarm in bag and close zipper Alarm cord should exit bag at zipper opening Use strap on bag to hang unit from push handles of wheelchair or secure to chair or bed using hook and loop straps If using mounting bracket to attach al
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