Physio-Control LUCAS - Manual (Page 13)

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LUCAS TM C HEST C OMPRESSION S YSTEM , I NSTRUCTIONS FOR U SE
2.3 C
ONNECTION TO AIR SUPPLY
WARNING – INTERRUPTING AIR SUPPLY TO
LIFE SUPPORT DEVICES
If other life support equipment is disconnected from
the air supply, serious injury or death may result.
Never remove attachments to air outlets without
first checking that this will not put a patient at risk.
WARNING – EMPTY AIR SUPPLY
When the air in the cylinder runs out, the pressure
falls and compressions delivered by LUCAS lose
force.
Immediately start manual chest compressions and
ensure that the air cylinder is exchanged. Always
change air cylinder if the pressure gauge is on red.
2.4 A
DJUSTING
LUCAS
TO THE PATIENT
WARNING – INCORRECT HEIGHT
ADJUSTMENT
If the suction cup presses down too hard or too
lightly on the rib cage, the patient’s circulation will
be compromised.
Turn the
ON/OFF
knob to
Adjust
and adjust the
height of the suction cup immediately.
WARNING – INCORRECT POSITION
If the suction cup is not positioned correctly in
relation to the sternum, there is an increased risk of
damage to the rib cage and internal organs. In
addition, the patient’s circulation will be
compromised.
Make sure that the suction cup is positioned
according to instructions in Section 3.4 before
starting compressions.
If the position changes during operation,
immediately turn the
ON/OFF
knob to
Adjust
and
adjust the position of the suction cup.
2.5 H
ANDLING
LUCAS C
HEST
C
OMPRESSION
S
YSTEM
WARNING – CRUSHING HAZARD
Avoid placing your hands or other body parts on, or
below the suction cup, when LUCAS is active.
WARNING – CRUSHING HAZARD
Keep your fingers away from the claw locks,
particularly when lifting the patient from the floor to
the stretcher with LUCAS in position.