Use Instructions
1. With power connected, turn the power switch to the ON position. Wait approximately 30 minutes
for the mattress to fully inflate. It is recommended to set the mattress to Static Mode and
firmness to the maximum setting to promote faster initial inflation.
a. The low-pressure indicator (orange LED) will illuminate while the mattress is pressurizing.
b. Is the set pressure value is not reached after 60 minutes, check for leaks in the external hose,
internal tubing, and mattress air cells.
2. When the appropriate pressure is reached, the low-pressure indicator (orange LED) will turn off
and the normal-pressure indicator (green LED) will illuminate. The mattress is now ready for use.
3. After preparing the mattress surface with appropriate linens (not included), place the resident on
the mattress.
LINEN NOTE: Deep-pocketed sheets are recommended (not included). Multiple layering of linens
or under pads beneath the resident can negatively affect the mattress's pressure management
capabilities and should be avoided unless recommended by a caregiver.
4. Adjust firmness as necessary for resident comfort, support, and immersion into the mattress for
optimal pressure redistribution.
a. A common method for sizing an air mattress is to check to see if suitable pressure is selected
by sliding one hand between the bottom mattress cover and the air base under the resident's
buttocks. Users should be able to feel the space between their hand and the resident's
buttocks with the acceptable range being 25 to 40mm (1" to 1½"). This hand check procedure is
issued by AHCPR (Agency for Health Care Policy and Research).
b. Adjust the firmness by turning the dial; Counterclockwise for more immersion (if too much
space during hand check, too firm) or clockwise for less immersion (not enough space during
hand check, too soft)
5. An audio-visual alarm is sounded in the event of low pressure.
a. Audio alarm can be muted using alarm silence key. WARNING: Only mute the alarm if a
caregiving or medical professional will be present with the resident while the alarm is silenced.
• CAUTION: Be careful not to puncture the mattress with needles or sharp instruments. This may
result in loss of integrity of the cover or internal air system.
NOTE: This product is only one element of care in the prevention and treatment of pressure injuries
by medical professionals and skilled caregivers to assist in the treatment and prevention of decubitus
ulcers for residents under their care. This product is not designed to and cannot replace good
caregiving practices and treatment including, but not limited to:
• Appropriate nutrition and hydration, frequent positioning, routine skin assessment, wound
treatment, infection control, and other generally accepted standards of care and prevention.
• Adequate training for and precautions by staff personnel for bed entrapment.
• Selection of an appropriate bed system to use with the product and proper maintenance and use
of the product.
• Testing of the product before each use.
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Directions for Use
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