Checking for proper fill level
Fill the Tenderflo with as little water as possible, as previously described. After all the caps are tightly in place, check for proper fill level:
Overlay: Position the patient on the overlay with heels at end of mattress and head on pillow.
Cushion: Position patient on the cushion.
Place your hand (palm up) under the Tenderflo beneath the patient’s buttocks. There should be approximately one to two inches between these two surfaces. The Tenderflo should contour to the patient’s body and not appear hard from overfilling.
Removing trapped air
Air bubbles can impair the softness of the Tenderflo. To remove this trapped air:
1.Draw a broomstick or rigid rod slowly across the top of the Tenderflo toward the fill valve.
2.Lift the bottom of the Tenderflo slightly to let excess air escape through the small air valve. You may have to squeeze the bottom of the air safety valve.
Ensuring patient comfort
To retain optimal heat, cover the Tenderflo overlay with a blanket and plastic drawsheet.
Draining:
1.To drain the Tenderflo, place the fill valve in the raised position and open it as shown on the previous page.
2.Insert the female end of the garden hose into the fill valve.
3.Locate a drain at a point lower than the Tenderflo, then gently press down on Tenderflo to start flow.
4.After draining, thoroughly rinse the interior of the Tenderflo several times with water. Allow to dry.
Note: This is a
Cleaning
You may clean the Tenderflo with any
Repairing
In the event of a puncture, you can repair the Tenderflo immediately while it is still filled:
1.Remove the patient from the Tenderflo and locate the hole.
2.Dry the area with a towel.
3.Push one drop of glue into the hole from the enclosed repair kit.
4.Allow the glue to dry for ten minutes before using Tenderflo. For larger cuts, use the glue and the patch kit.
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