Lumex® AltaDyne AutoFloat | Indications for Use/Safety Precautions |
2.0 Symbols
Attention, consult accompanying document
Type BF equipment
Dangerous voltage
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.
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
•Disinfect the AltaDyne AutoFloat system between patient installations. Failure to disinfect may risk cross- contamination and infection.
•Check patient at least every 8 hours or once per shift, to assure proper system operation.
•Deflate mattress before performing CPR or CPR will be ineffective.
CAUTION
•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.
•For grounding reliability, plug only into a properly grounded outlet.
•Make certain all mattress straps are secured to the bed frame to prevent mattress from sliding and causing patient injury.
•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.
•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.
•Do not pull linens tightly over mattress. Tight sheets can cause “hammocking” and reduce effectiveness of treatment.
•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.
•Portable and RF communications equipment can affect medical electrical equipment.
•Do not use in the presence of smoking materials or open flame. Air flowing through the air mattress will support combustion.
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