Alpha Hovermatt User manual

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The Hovermatt® lateral transfer system

(Max Weight 34”-600 lbs/ 39”-850 lbs/ 50”-1500lbs)

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Log roll the patient to place
the hovermatt underneath.

Use a sheet between the
patient and the hovermatt® to
prevent soiling.

Note: label should be facing up at
foot end

Attach patient safety straps

Plug electric cord into outlet

Attach air supply hose at
either

Make sure the snap and Velcro
flap are attached.

Push grey button on air
supply to turn it on and
inflate the Hovermatt®.

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foot end of Hovermatt®.

step-by-step instructions

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Fig. C

Fig. D

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The Hovermatt® lateral transfer system

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Adjust working surface to
proper height. Push the two
working surfaces together. Lock
the wheel brakes.

Grasp the side handles and

gently

angle, head or feet first
patient is centered in the
receiving surface.

Do not use the patient straps
to pull the hovermatt®.

After completing transfer, turn
off the air supply and
disconnect the hose from the
Hovermatt®.

Never leave a patient
unattended on an inflated
mattress

Note:

and may be left under the patient
during imaging

If Hovermatt® is lightly
after use, wipe it with spray
disinfectant or Saniwipe.

If the Hovermatt® is heavily
soiled, bag separately and
follow hospital protocol for
washing.

pull the patient on an

the Hovermatt® is radiolucent

step-by-step instructions

(cont.)

, until

soiled

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