Posey KeepSafe® Deluxe - Manual (Page 22)

Testing Alarm and Sensors
alWayS check sensor pads when connecting them to a Posey alarm. You can
check a pad by attaching it to the sensor cable outlet in the alarm, activating the
alarm and placing pressure on the pad (fig. 30). When the pressure is released,
the alarm should sound. Repeat this pressure/release test in several different
areas along the entire length of the sensor to ensure entire pad functions
properly both with the bed in the flat position and the head and/or foot
articulated. If the alarm and/or sensor do not function properly, remove the
alarm and sensor from service and replace them with a properly functioning alarm and/or sensor. Do NoT
use the alarm or sensor if it does not activate each time weight is removed from the sensor.
Storing Pad Sensors when not in use
alWayS store pad sensors flat in a dry secure environment. Do NoT roll, bend or fold over mattress pad
sensors. This may cause them to malfunction. You can also store the sensors by hanging from the hole on
the side of the sensor pad. Ensure sensor cords remain bundled together in the sensor packaging. DO NOT
stretch or place pressure on the cords, as this could cause a malfunction in the sensor pad.
TESTiNg OVER
maTTRESS SENSOR PaD
Fig. 30
22 KeepSafe ® Deluxe
Steps to Apply Over Mattress Sensor
See pages 19-20 for list of warnings.
1. Select the correct sensor for your patient:
• Disposable 30-Day Sensors. For short-term use.
• 6-Month Sensors. For long-term use.
2. Check that sensor pad, cord and plug are clean and
undamaged.
3. Choose a position for sensor pad (fig. 28):
(A) Centered at patient’s shoulder blades; or
(B) Centered under patient’s buttocks.
4. Place non-slip Posey Grip on mattress at area chosen for
sensor. Place sensor pad over Posey Grip, across width of bed.
5. Use metal clips to secure sensor to mattress.
6. Place bottom sheet over sensor.
7. If needed, use an incontinence pad to protect sensor from urine or
other liquids. Sensor may fail if liquid enters at “neck” of sensor pad.
8. Route the sensor cord to the alarm. Check that the sensor cord is not
stressed, is clear of moving parts of bed, and does not pose a tripping hazard.
9. Insert RJ11 plug into jack labeled “sensor” on right side of alarm (fig. 29). Alarm will activate. Press the
HolD button. You have 30 seconds to transfer the patient to the bed before monitoring begins (see
instructions on page 12 for use of the HolD button).
10. Test sensor and alarm (see below).
1 1. Position patient in bed, with weight centered on sensor pad.
Sensor At
Shoulder
Position
Sensor
Under
Buttocks
Mattress Bed Frame
A B
Fig. 28
Fig. 29