Hovertech hovermatt User Manual

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Symbol Reference ..........................................................2

Intended Use and Precautions ........................................2

Part Identification - HoverMatt® Air Transfer Mattress .....3

Part Identification - HT-Air® 1200 Air Supply ...................3

HT-Air® 1200 Air Supply Keypad Functions.....................3

Air200G/Air400G Air Supplies ........................................3

Instructions for Use .....................................................4-5

Product Specifications/Required Accessories ...............6-7

Cleaning and Preventive Maintenance ...........................7

Using the HoverMatt® Air Transfer System

in the Operating Room ..................................................7

Warranty Statement........................................................8

Returns and Repairs ........................................................8

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Air Transfer System

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Intended Use and Precautions

INTENDED USE

The HoverMatt® Air Transfer System is used to assist caregivers with patient
transfers, positioning, turning and proning. The HoverTech Air Supply
inflates the HoverMatt to cushion and cradle the patient, while air
simultaneously escapes from the holes on the underside, reducing the
force needed to move the patient by 80-90%.

INDICATIONS

• Patients unable to assist in their own lateral transfer

• Patients whose weight or girth poses a potential health risk for the
caregivers responsible for repositioning or laterally transferring said
patients

CONTRAINDICATIONS

• Patients who are experiencing thoracic, cervical or lumbar fractures
that are deemed unstable, unless using in conjunction with a spinal
board on top of the HoverMatt (follow your state’s protocol regarding
use of spinal boards)

INTENDED CARE SETTINGS

• Hospitals, long term or extended care facilities

PRECAUTIONS  HOVERMATT

• Caregivers must verify that all caster brakes have been engaged prior
to transfer.

• For safety, always use two people during patient transfer.

• Additional caregivers are recommended when moving a patient over
750 lbs/340kg.

• Never leave patient unattended on an inflated device.

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

• Only use attachments and/or accessories that are authorized by Hov­erTech International.

• When transferring to a low air loss bed, set the bed mattress air flow to
the highest level for a firm transfer surface.

• Never attempt to move a patient on an uninflated HoverMatt.

• WARNING: In the OR – To prevent the patient from slipping, always
deflate the HoverMatt and secure the patient and HoverMatt to the
OR table prior to moving the table into an angled position.

PRECAUTIONS  AIR SUPPLY

• Not for use in the presence of flammable anesthetics or in a hyperbaric
chamber or oxygen tent.

• Route the power cord in a manner to ensure freedom from hazard.

• Avoid blocking the air intakes of the air supply.

• When using the HoverMatt in the MRI environment, a 25 ft. specialty
MRI hose is required (available for purchase).

• CAUTION: Avoid electric shock. Do not open air supply.

• WARNING: Reference product specific user manuals for operating
instructions.

Symbol Reference

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
TO MEDICAL DEVICE DIRECTIVE

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Part Identification –
HoverMatt® Air Transfer Mattress

Transfer Handles (6)

Single-Patient Use:
Transfer Handles (8)

Patient Safety Straps (2)
DO NOT USE
TO TRANSFER

HT-Air® 1200 Air Supply Keypad Function

Transfer
Speed
High

Adjustable/

Pressure

Setting

Transfer
Speed
Low

Standby (Amber LED)

Power IndicationAdjustable Speed

Indication

(Green Flashing LED)

Green LEDs

ADJUSTABLE: For use with HoverTech air-assisted positioning
devices. There are four dierent settings. Each press of the
button increases the air pressure and rate of inflation. The Green
Flashing LED will indicate the inflation speed by the number of
flashes (i.e. two flashes equals the second inflation speed).

All of the settings in the ADJUSTABLE range are substantially
lower than the HoverMatt and HoverJack settings. The
ADJUSTABLE function is not to be used for transferring.

The ADJUSTABLE setting is a safety feature that can be used
to ensure the patient is centered on HoverTech air-assisted
devices and to gradually accustom a patient who is timid or in
pain to both the sound and functionality of the inflated devices.

STANDBY: Used to stop inflation/air flow (Amber LED indicates
STANDBY mode).

HOVERMATT 28/34: For use with 28" & 34" HoverMatts and
HoverSlings.

HOVERMATT 39/50 & HOVERJACK: For use with 39" & 50"
HoverMatts and HoverSlings and 32" & 39" HoverJacks.

Air Filter
Cover

Hose
Nozzle

Hose

Hose Release Button

Control Panel Label

Carrying Handle/
Attachment Hook

Power
Cord
Strap

Power Cord
(US/UK/Euro)

WARNING: The HT-Air is not compatible with DC power supplies.

The HT-Air is not for use with the HoverJack Battery Cart.

Hose Entries (2)

Air200G/Air400G Air Supplies

If using HoverTech’s Air200G or Air400G Air Supplies, press the grey button on
the top of the canister to initiate air flow. Press the button again to stop air flow.

Part Identification –
HT-Air® 1200 Air Supply