Graham Field ALTADYNE 753004 - Manual (Page 3)

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Lumex ® AltaDyne AutoFloat Indications for Use/Safety Precautions
5.0 Safety Precautions
Review the following SAFETY PRECAUTIONS prior to using the AltaDyne Auto Float ™ System.
Attention, consult accompanying document Dangerous voltage
2.0 Symbols
3.0 Indications for Use
This device is intended to assist in treating and preventing pressure ulcers.
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.
Type BF equipment Protective earth
4.0 Contraindication
Air support treatment is not recommended when spinal stability is a concern.