Apex Pro-CARE Bariatric Manual De Uso página 8

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1. Pressure Adjust Levels
The "Comfort Setting" controls the air pressure output. When the firmness (
the output pressure will increase and vice versa for decreasing (
patients condition has significantly changed reassess appropriateness of product and comfort
setting level.
NOTE: Every time the mattress is initialized (inflated), it is recommended that you set the
pressure knob to "Max" to hasten inflation. You can then adjust the air mattress to the
desired firmness later.
NOTE: You can also check if the pressure is suitable for the patient by sliding one hand beneath
the air cells at the level of the patient's buttocks. Always leave at least 1" inch space
between patient and the static cell to prevent bottoming out.
2. Cycle Time
There are four selectable cycle times found from the touch panel area. By the cycle time button
, User can select one of four cycle times based upon patient comfort and desired outcome.
3. Therapy Modes
A. Max Firm
The surface will go into Max firm automatically when the power switch is turned on. This
insures the pump is able to reach its maximum operating pressure. Once the max
pressure level is reached, the pump will automatically switch into alternating mode. User
can also use this function during patient transfers or nursing procedures for better
support.
NOTE: Max Firm and preset function LED will be illuminated simultaneously until the
B. Alternate Mode
Alternating air cells are partially deflated and inflated to avoid prolonged pressure on any
single point beneath the patient.
C. Static Mode
Non-alternating mode, all of the air cells are equally inflated at lower pressures when
compared to the respective comfort level in alternating mode.
D. Seat Inflation
The seat inflation features additional supports to the patient during upright position without
bottoming out. User can select this additional feature under either static or alternate mode.
mattress is reached to its maximum pressure.
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