Posey Commode Sensor Pad - Manual

7-Day Use Commode Sensor Pad
Designed for commode use with Posey Fall Alarms ONLY!
REF
8333 7-Day Use Commode Sensor Pad
Before You Begin
The Posey Sensor Pad, in conjunction with a Posey Alarm, is an
important part of your falls management protocols. Ensure all
parts of this system are operational before leaving a patient
unattended. This system does not prevent falls or injury from
falls and is not a substitute for patient care, caregiver rounding
and a comprehensive falls management protocol in your facility.
• This device may not be suitable for all high fall-risk patients.
See Posey catalog for other options for such patients.
• NEVER use a restraint on a patient during toileting with this
product.
• To prevent damage, NEVER roll, fold, or crease sensor pad.
• NEVER connect Posey sensor pads to other manufacturers’
alarm units.
• NEVER connect Posey Alarms to other manufacturers’ sensor
pads.
Application Instructions:
1. Read all sensor pad and alarm instructions prior to use.
2. Check sensor pad, cord and plug for damage. Discard entire
sensor pad if there is any damage.
3. Fill in expiration date on cord
label.
4. Remove backing from adhesive
patch.
5. Place sensor pad under the
front center of the commode
seat so that with the seat
down, it rests on the top
center of the bar at the front
of the commode.
6. Press the sensor pad firmly
against the commode seat for
maximum contact.
7. Route the sensor pad cord to the Posey alarm and insert the
plug. Check that sensor pad cord is not stressed.
8. Place the two cord clips with adhesive backing on the
underside of the commode seat (on the right facing side) in
order to secure the cord off the floor, prevent a tripping
hazard and interference with lowering or lifting commode seat
and removing bucket.
9. Make sure alarm is securely mounted on the rear upper cross
bar of the commode before leaving patieint alone. Alarm may
also be mounted to wall closest to commode.
NOTE: Before using this sensor pad, a Posey Fall Alarm must
be securely mounted near commode, out of the patient’s
reach.
Always locate alarm away from potential
splashes from commode.
To reduce the risk of serious injury or death:
1. ALWAYS test sensor pad before leaving patient unattended.
• Apply pressure to the commode seat and then release.
Alarm should activate when you remove pressure.
• If sensor pad fails any test, stop use at once and replace
with a new sensor pad.
• Sensor pads past warranty expiration date may fail,
causing false alarm or no alarm.
2. Staff should ALWAYS be nearby and ready to respond if
alarm activates.
3. NEVER jerk or pull on sensor pad cord to remove plug.
Doing so will damage the cord or plug and may cause
sensor pad to fail. ALWAYS use plastic tab to release plug.
4. If you remove alarm unit after patient has finished using
commode, make sure sensor pad cord is out of the
footpath and does not pose a tripping hazard.
5. NEVER roll, fold or crease sensor
pad. This will damage sensor pad
and may cause false alarm or no
alarm.
8333
HOLD/SUSPEND
Cleaning:
• Make sure sensor pad has no visible cuts or signs of damage.
• Dampen a clean cloth with disinfectant. Take extra care
when cleaning sensor pad plugs.
• NEVER: use any cleaner that contains Phenol; immerse in
liquid; or sterilize with heat.
• Dry with a clean cloth.
Storage:
• This device is designed for use in normal indoor environments.
• This device may be stored in ambient warehouse temperatures
at normal humidity levels. Avoid excess moisture or high
humidity that may damage product materials.
Disposal:
Dispose of per facility policy for
BIOHAZARDOUS material. Be sure to follow all laws that
apply.
Warranty:
This product is warrantied for seven (7) days from date of first use.
See Posey Catalog for Warranty details.
NOT for use on toilet seats.
© 2014 Posey Company. All rights reserved. M6259 REV A 010214
Posey Company • 5635 Peck Road, Arcadia, CA 91006-0020 USA • www.posey.com
Phone: 1.800.447.6739 or 1.626.443.3143 • Fax: 1.800.767.3933 or 1.626.443.5014
Posey
®
7-Day Use
Commode Sensor Pad FALLS MANAGEMENT
Bucket
Alarm
Sensor
Clips
Cord