Invacare Matrx Flovair ITFM, Matrx Flovair ITFG User Manual

Part No 1167584 1 Invacare® Matrx® Flovair™

Invacare® Matrx® Flovair™

Models ITFM and ITFG

1 General

1.1 Symbols

Signal words are used in this manual and apply to hazards or unsafe practices which could result in personal
injury or property damage. See the information below for definitions of the signal words.

1.2 Overview
Important Information

The best way to avoid problems related to pressure sores is to understand their causes and your role in
a skin management program.

Your therapist and physician should be consulted if you have questions regarding individual limitations
and needs.

All cushions should be selected carefully. Working with your therapist and physician is the best way to
assure that a cushion choice matches your individual needs.

As the needs of the individual become more complex, cushion evaluation becomes more important.

Matrx Flovair Cushion

The Invacare Matrx Flovair Cushion is designed to provide pelvic stability, leg positioning and pressure
management for individuals with postural asymmetry and skin integrity concerns. The Invacare Matrx
Flovair Cushion begins with the base for comfort, stability and function. This hybrid cushion captures the
stability of foam, the pressure redistribution of air and the shear management of fluid.

Outer/Inner Covers

The outer cover is made from a water resistant fabric to protect the foam. The top is fabricated from a
stretch fabric. The bottom is fabricated from a heavyweight, non-skid fabric.

A water resistant inner cover allows air circulation while providing additional protection for the foam.

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WARNING

Warning indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or
serious injury.

CAUTION

Caution indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in property
damage or minor injury or both.

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Gives useful tips, recommendations and information for efficient, trouble-free use.

User Manual

DEALER: This manual MUST be given to the user of the product.

USER:

BEFORE using this product, read this manual and save for

future reference.

Invacare® Matrx® Flovair™ 2 Part No 1167584

2 Safety

2.1 Intended Use

The Flovair cushion is designed to provide pelvic stability, leg positioning and pressure management for patients
with postural asymmetry and skin integrity concerns. The Flovair cushion is available in two different contours
to suit the amount of positioning required by the user.

2.2 General Warnings

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Check ALL parts for shipping damage. If shipping damage is noted, DO NOT use. Contact carrier/
dealer for further instruction.

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WARNING

The Flovair cushion IS NOT designed for use in the treatment of pressure sores.

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WARNING

DO NOT USE THIS PRODUCT OR ANY AVAILABLE OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT WITHOUT
FIRST COMPLETELY READING AND UNDERSTANDING THESE INSTRUCTIONS AND
ANY ADDITIONAL INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIAL SUCH AS OWNER’S MANUALS, SERVICE
MANUALS OR INSTRUCTION SHEETS SUPPLIED WITH THIS PRODUCT OR OPTIONAL
EQUIPMENT. IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO UNDERSTAND THE WARNINGS, CAUTIONS OR
INSTRUCTIONS, CONTACT A HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONAL, DEALER OR TECHNICAL
PERSONNEL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO USE THIS EQUIPMENT - OTHERWISE, INJURY OR
DAMAGE MAY OCCUR.

ACCESSORIES WARNING

Invacare products are specifically designed and manufactured for use in conjunction with Invacare
accessories. Accessories designed by other manufacturers have not been tested by Invacare and
are not recommended for use with Invacare products.

INSTALLATION WARNING

After any adjustments, repair or service and before use, make sure that all attaching component
parts are secure.

WARNING

Skin condition should be checked very frequently after the installation of any new cushion.
Your therapist and physician should be consulted if you have any questions regarding weight relief,

self-examination of the skin, or individual limitations and needs.
Make sure the hook and loop fastening straps are securely attached between the seating surface

and cushion before using.

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2.3 Weight Limitation and Model Numbers

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Refer to the chart for the model number and weight limitation.
Configured model numbers are: ITFM, ITFG
ITFM = Flovair Max Contour Cushion, ITFG = Flovair Gentle Contour Cushion
Bold = Stock models, Grey = size not available

WIDTH DEPTH WEIGHT

LIMIT

15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22

15 ITFG1515 ITFG1516 ITFG1517 ITFG1518 ITFG1519 ITFG1520 300 lb

(136 kg)

ITFM1515 ITFM1516 ITFM1517 ITFM1518 ITFM1519 ITFM1520

16 ITFG1615 ITFG66 ITFG1617 ITFG68 ITFG1619 ITFG1620

ITFM1615 ITFM66 ITFM1617 ITFM68 ITFM1619 ITFM1620

17 ITFG1715 ITFG1716 ITFG1717 ITFG1718 ITFG1719 ITFG1720

ITFM1715 ITFM1716 ITFM1717 ITFM1718 ITFM1719 ITFM1720

18 ITFG1815 ITFG86 ITFG1817 ITFG88 ITFG1819 ITFG1820

ITFM1815 ITFM86 ITFM1817 ITFM88 ITFM1819 ITFM1820

19 ITFG1915 ITFG1916 ITFG1917 ITFG1918 ITFG1919 ITFG1920

ITFM1915 ITFM1916 ITFM1917 ITFM1918 ITFM1919 ITFM1920

20 ITFG2015 ITFG06 ITFG2017 ITFG08 ITFG2019 ITFG2020

ITFM2015 ITFM06 ITFM2017 ITFM08 ITFM2019 ITFM2020

21

ITFG2116 ITFG2117 ITFG2118 ITFG2119 ITFG2120 ITFG2121 ITFG2122 500 lb

(227 kg)

ITFM2116 ITFM2117 ITFM2118 ITFM2119 ITFM2120 ITFM2121 ITFM2122

22 ITFG2216 ITFG2217 ITFG2218 ITFG2219 ITFG2220 ITFG2221 ITFG2222

ITFM2216 ITFM2217 ITFM2218 ITFM2219 ITFM2220 ITFM2221 ITFM2222

23 ITFG2316 ITFG2317 ITFG2318 ITFG2319 ITFG2320 ITFG2321 ITFG2322

ITFM2316 ITFM2317 ITFM2318 ITFM2319 ITFM2320 ITFM2321 ITFM2322

24 ITFG2416 ITFG2417 ITFG2418 ITFG2419 ITFG2420 ITFG2421 ITFG2422

ITFM2416 ITFM2417 ITFM2418 ITFM2419 ITFM2420 ITFM2421 ITFM2422