Direct Supply Panacea Air Element Mattress Owner's Manual

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Panacea

AIR ELEMENT

MATTRESS

Owner’s Manual

Please keep and refer to this Owner’s Manual.

Thank you for purchasing a Panacea® Air Element Mattress from Direct Supply Equipment & Furnishings® distributed
by Direct Supply Manufacturing, Inc. Please read this entire guide carefully and keep it for future reference. This guide
will provide you with instructions, warnings, warranty information and other important information about your mattress.
Share this information with your housekeeping, nursing and maintenance staff to help ensure that the mattress is cared
for properly.

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Table of Contents

& Definitions and Symbols

Table of Contents

Definitions & Symbols .......................................................................................................................2

Warnings ...........................................................................................................................................3

Introduction .......................................................................................................................................4

Device Description ............................................................................................................................5

Installation ....................................................................................................................................6 - 7

Operations ..................................................................................................................................8 - 10

Cleaning ...........................................................................................................................................11

Storage ............................................................................................................................................11

Troubleshooting ...............................................................................................................................12

Technical Description ......................................................................................................................13

Grounding Instructions ....................................................................................................................14

Appendix A: EMC Information .................................................................................................15 - 17

Limited Warranty .............................................................................................................................18

Customer Service ............................................................................................................................19

Definitions and Symbols

NOTE: Indicates a tip.
CAUTION: Indicates correct operating or maintenance procedures in order to prevent damage to

or destruction of the equipment or other property.
WARNING: Calls attention to a potential danger that requires correct procedures or practices in

order to prevent personal injury.

DEVICE: Panacea® Air Element Mattress.
YOU and YOUR: The facility, community or other entity that has purchased the device.
WE, US and OUR: Direct Supply Manufacturing, Inc.

• Attention. Read the instructions.

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Warnings

Read and follow all directions and warnings before using this device.

• WARNING –

1. Failure to comply with all directions and warnings may result in injury or death; use only as directed.

2. This device is not suitable for all individuals. Other devices may be required.

3. Inspect the device for damage before each use, and do not use it if it appears to be damaged or
not functioning properly.

4. Never alter the device in any way.

5. This device is designed for indoor use only within close proximity to skilled caregivers.

6. This device is not designed to operate with patients or residents weighing more than 300 lbs.

NOTE – Resident’s body cannot exceed the width of the mattress at any weight capacity.
NOTE – This device is designed to help provide pressure redistribution* and may require other

equipment. This may include, but is not limited to:

1. Bedrails for repositioning and fall prevention.

2. Resident monitoring devices for elopement prevention.

3. Other devices as specified by the caregiver.

• WARNING – To reduce the risk of electrocution:

1. Always unplug this unit immediately after using.

2. Do not operate near water.

3. Do not place or store device where it can fall or be pulled into a tub or sink.

4. Do not place in or drop into water or other liquid.

5. Do not reach for a device that has fallen into water. Unplug immediately.

6. Do not remove control unit cover. Risk of electrical shock.

• WARNING – To reduce the risk of burns, electrocution, fire or injury to persons:

• A product should never be left unattended when plugged in.

• Close supervision is necessary when this product is used by, on or near children or invalids.

• Use this product only for its intended use as described in this manual.

• Do not use attachments not recommended by the manufacturer.

• Never operate this product if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working properly, if it has

been dropped or damaged, or dropped into water. Return the product to a service center for
examination and repair.

• Keep the cord away from heated surfaces.

• Never block the air openings of the product or place it on a soft surface, such as a bed or couch,

where the air openings may be blocked. Keep the air openings free of lint, hair and the like.

• Never drop or insert any object into any opening or hose.

• Do not use outdoors or operate where aerosol (spray) products are being used.

• Connect this product to a properly grounded outlet only. See Grounding Instructions.

• WARNING – This device is only a tool to assist with pressure reduction as part of an overall

care plan. Failure to comply with all instructions, warnings and precautions, or using the device for a
purpose other than the recommended use, could result in bodily injury or death.

This device is not designed to replace good caregiving practices, including, but not limited to:

• Direct patient and resident supervision.

• Adequate care plans and training for staff personnel for entrapment and fall prevention.

• Inspection and testing before use.

* This pressure redistribution support surface may be appropriate for use as part of an overall care plan to prevent and
treat decubitus ulcers. Resident-specific assessment could alter your particular usage of this mattress.

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Introduction

This manual should be used for initial setup of the system and for reference purposes.

General Information/Intended Use

This system is a high quality, affordable mattress system intended for providing pressure
redistribution as part of an overall care plan to help treat and prevent pressure ulcers. Resident­specific assessment could alter your particular usage of this device. This device has been tested
and successfully approved for the following standards:

EN 60601-1
EN 60601-1-2
EN 55011 Class B
IEC61000-3-2
IEC 61000-3-3

• WARNING – FOR U.S. ONLY

Medical Equipment – Air Pump
with respect to electrical shock, fire and mechanical
hazards only in accordance with IEC 60601-1

NOTE – This equipment is not suitable for use in the presence of flammable anesthetic mixture
with air, or with pure oxygen or nitrous oxide.

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Device Description

Pump and Mattress System

1

3

1. CPR Tags

2. Pump Unit

3. Mattress Unit

4. Quick Connector

Low Pressure

Static

Normal Pressure

Alarm Reset

Pump Unit

1

Front View

1. Quick Connector Slot

2. Front Panel

Alarm Reset

2

4

2

Static

Low Pressure

Normal Pressure

3

1

2

4

Rear View

1. Power Switch

2. Power Cord

3. Bed Frame Hangers

4. Air FIlter

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Installation

Unpack the box and check the package contents for completeness.

Package Contents List

• Mattress Unit x 1 (may not be included if only Pump Unit is purchased)

• Pump Unit x 1

• User Manual x 1
Inspect equipment for damage which may have occurred during shipment. If there is damage, DO
NOT USE and please contact your account manager immediately.

Pump & Mattress Installation

1. Place the mattress or pad on top of an
appropriately sized bed frame. Orient the
mattress referencing the “Head End” marker
printed on the mattress cover. Secure it with
end flaps or straps.

2. Place the pump hangers over the bed railing
at the foot of the bed. Support the pump from
the bottom and turn the hangers outward (or
inward) to secure the pump against the railing.

If no bed railing is available, place the pump on

a flat, sturdy surface or on the floor beneath
the bed.

3. Connect the Quick Connector on the air hose
(from air mattress) to the pump unit Quick
Connector Slot. When you hear a click, the
connection has been secured.

NOTE: Check and ensure the air hoses are not

kinked or tucked under the mattress.

210

Alarm Reset

180

250

250

Static

150

280

320120

Low Pressure

Normal Pressure

Static

Alarm Reset

Low Pressure

Normal Pressure

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