Hudson Medical Hydro-Float - Manual (Page 2)

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Please Read Carefully and Retain for Future Reference
HYDRO-FLOAT ® FLOTATION PADS
Hydro-Float® flotation pads are designed and engineered to aid in the prevention
and management of pressure sores. All Hydro-Float® products are manufactured
from a strong material which will take considerable abuse; however, caution
should be exercised when using sharp objects as the material can be cut or
punctured.
CLEANING
It is suggested Hydro-Float® flotation pads be protected from dirt and soil with a
sheet, linen cover or pillow case. The pad may be cleaned with ordinary soap and
water. Should the product get contaminated with pathogenic organisms, extreme
precautions must be used to disinfect the device. Commercially available liquid
chemical disinfectants should be used in accordance with the manufacturers
instructions. As an added precaution a second application of the disinfectant
should be used after the first application has dried. Do Not Sterilize Or Steam
Autoclave Permanently Sealed Hydro-Float® Products.
TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT
Hydro-Float® pads will seek room temperature. The normal coolness of the pad is
beneficial to the prevention and management of pressure sores; however, if the
pad is excessively cold and cannot be tolerated, the cooling effect may be
reduced by placing a 1/2" foam rubber insulation pad or towel over the product.
A sheet blanket may be placed over the product to air and wick away perspira-
tion.
For your convenience Hudson Industries manufacturers a Cloth and Wool Cover
for the standard and junior size Hydro-Float® Flotation Pad.
In severe cold weather, your flotation pad may arrive frozen. This condition does
not harm the pad in any way. Allow the pad to sit at room temperature and it will
thaw out in approximately 24 hours. The flotation pad can be thawed out quickly
by soaking in a tub of hot tap water, not exceeding 100°F/38°C.
IMPORTANT – PLEASE NOTE
No pins or other sharp pointed objects should be used with this product. Please
do not remove or alter the cloth identification label attached to this product. The
label indicates the serial number and order number. Removal or alteration of the
cloth identification label will void the warranty.
PAD WEIGHT IS IMPORTANT
Because the amount of fluid in the pad is directly related to proper flotation
therapy, it is important that the pad is repaired or replaced as soon as possible
should a fluid loss take place.
We suggest that the flotation pad be weighed at least every 6 months to discover
a fluid loss, if any. Should your flotation pad weight LESS than the amounts
indicated below, a fluid loss has taken place and it should be returned to Hudson
Medical to be refurbished.
Hydro-Float® Flotation Pad – Standard Size – Product No. 112305 – 23.8 lbs./10 Kg
Hydro-Float® Flotation Pad – Junior Size – Product No. 112320 – 20 lbs./8 Kg
Hydro-Float® Commode Pad – Standard Size – Product No. 112315 – 20½ lbs./8 Kg
Hydro-Float® Flotation Bed Pad – Product No. 112310 –
(2 section unit, Serial number in the 60,000 series) Each section 31.5 lbs./13 Kg
BE SURE THE SCALE YOU USE IS REASONABLE ACCURATE
If you notice wetness on the flotation pad, it is almost always the result of perspi-
ration, and not due to a leak. To help absorb perspiration, place the Hydro-Float®
pad in a pillow case or cover with a thin towel. Change the covering as required.
The cover will absorb perspiration and help wick away moisture. If it is thought
that a leak exists, weight the flotation pad.
Hydro-Float® pads are filled and sealed at the factory. Please do not tamper with
this product by trying to open it or fill it. To do so will destroy its effectiveness.
There is no way that fluid can be added to taken out of the pad except at the
factory under special conditions. Tampering with the product will void the
warranty.
IMPORTANT – PLEASE NOTE
No pins or other sharp pointed objects should be used with this product.
Please do not remove or alter the cloth identification label attached to this
product. The label indicates the serial number and order number. Removal or
alteration of the cloth identification label will void the warranty.
THE HUDSON HYDRO-FLOAT ® PRODUCT LINE & ACCESSORIES
ACCESSORIES FOR THE HYDRO-FLOAT ® FLOTATION PADS
112305
Standard Flotation Pad
18" x 16" x 3"
46 x 41 x 8 cm
112320
Junior Flotation Pad
16" x 16" x 3"
41 x 41 x 8 cm
112315
Commode Flotation
18" x 16" x 3"
46 x 41 x 8 cm
112310
2-Part Bed Pad
Each Pad 24" x 18" x 3"
61 x 46 x 8 cm
112311 Leveling Pad, for 112310 Bed Pad
112312 Leveling Pad, for 112305 Bed Pad
112313 Plastic Shield, Pkg. of Six for 112310 Bed Pad
112318 Flotation Pad Plastic Protective Cover, Junior
112319 Flotation Pad Plastic Protective Cover, Standard
112321 Flat Seat Insert with Zippered Nylon Protective Cover 16" x 18"
112322 Flat Seat Insert with Zippered Nylon Protective Cover 16" x 16"
112323 Flotation Pad Cloth Cover, Standard
112324 Flotation Pad Cloth Cover, Junior
Flotation Pad Wood Covers add Suffix W to Seat Cushion Product Number
112325 Plastic Protective Cover Only, for Leveling Pad
112326 Leveling Pad with Plastic Protective Cover for 112310 Bed Pad
112327 Leveling Pad with Plastic Protective Cover for 112305 Bed Pad
112329 Flotation Pad Plastic Cover, Junior
112360 Flotation Pad Patching Kit
SEE BACK PANEL FOR ORDERING INFORMATION