Important Notice: The equipment must be installed
and operated in the manner for which it was intended.
Facility sta/user is responsible for reading and
understanding the product user manual and contacting
Joerns if anything in this manual is unclear. Joerns will
not be held responsible for any injuries resulting from
failure to comply with the instructions and precautions
in this manual.
Warning: Joerns Healthcare’s specialty support
surfaces are designed as mattress replacement
systems and overlays. The risk of entrapment may
occur when the equipment is placed on bed frames
or mattresses that leave gaps of even a few inches
between the mattress and the head panel, foot panel,
and bed or side rails. The equipment is NOT to be
used when such gaps are present.
Facility sta/user is responsible for ensuring that all
mattresses and overlays properly t the bed frames.
Joerns is not responsible for the placement of its
equipment on bed frames that leave gaps between the
mattress and the head panel, foot panel or bed or side
rails which present a risk of harm to patients.
Warning: An optimal bed system assessment should
be conducted on each patient by a qualied clinician
or medical provider to ensure maximum safety of
the patient. The assessment should be conducted
within the context of and in compliance with the
state and federal guidelines related to the use of
restraints and bed system entrapment guidance,
including the Clinical Guidance for the Assessment
and Implementation of Side Rails published by the
Hospital Bed Safety Workgroup of the U.S. Food
and Drug Administration. Further information can be
obtained at the following web address: http://www.fda.
gov/MedicalDevices/ProductsandMedicalProcedures/
GeneralHospitalDevicesandSupplies/HospitalBeds/
default.htm..
When using the mattress system, always ensure that
the patient is positioned properly within the connes
of the bed. Do not let any extremities protrude over
the side or between the bed rails when the mattress is
being used.
Danger Explosion Hazard: Do not use in the
presence of ammable anesthetics. Do not use in
the presence of smoking materials or open ame.
Air owing through the air mattress will support
combustion.
Danger: To reduce the risk of shock, adhere to the
following instructions. Failure to do so could result in
personal injury or equipment damage.
1. Immediately after using the Arise®, unplug it from
its power source.
2. Do not place or store the product where it can fall
or be pulled into a tub or sink.
3. Do not place or drop the product into water or
other liquid.
4. Do not remove the back of the control unit. Refer
servicing to Joerns Healthcare.
Warning: To reduce the risk of burns, shock, re, or
personal injury, adhere to the following instructions.
Failure to do so could result in personal injury or
equipment damage.
1. Use this product only for its intended purpose as
described in this manual. Only use attachments
and/or accessories that are recommended by the
manufacturer.
2. If this product has a damaged power cord or plug,
is not working properly, has been dropped or
damaged, or has been dropped into water, do not
operate it. For examination and repair, return the
product to Joerns.
3. Keep the control unit and power cord away from
heated surfaces, e.g. space heaters.
4. Never block the air openings of the product. Do
not place the control unit on a surface, such as a
bed or couch, where the air opening and/or lter
compartment, located on the back of the control
unit, may be blocked. Keep the air openings free
of lint and hair.
5. Never drop or insert any object into any opening or
hose.
6. Do not spill food or liquids onto the control unit. If
a spillage does occur, turn o the unit, disconnect
it from its power supply and allow at least 24 hours
for drying.
7. Do not use the product outdoors, or where
aerosol-spray products are used.
8. Plug this product only into a properly grounded
outlet. Refer to “Grounding Instructions”.
9. Be sure nothing is placed on the power cord and
ensure it is not located where it can be stepped on
or tripped over.
10. Do not attempt to service the control unit. Please
call Joerns Healthcare for any service requests.
11. The therapy pad (top cover) of this product is not
air permeable and may present a suocation risk.
It is the responsibility of the caregiver to ensure
Although essential in the practice of long-term care,
bedside assists, in recent years, have also been a
subject of regulatory review and evolution in design
and use.
That focus includes not only the challenge of achieving
an appropriate balance between resident security and
unnecessary restraint, but also the additional safety
issue of entrapment.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA),
working with our company and other industry
representatives has addressed the potential danger
of entrapment with new safety guidelines for medical
beds. These guidelines recommend dimensional limits
for critical gaps and spaces between bed system
components.
Entrapment zones involve the relationship of
components often directly assembled by the
healthcare facility rather than the manufacturer.
Therefore, compliance is the responsibility of the
facility.
As the leading manufacturer of long-term care beds
and a frontrunner in addressing this critical issue,
Joerns Healthcare can oer you the expertise,
assistance and products to bring your facility into
compliance.
Joerns® Compliance Solutions
Matching the right bed components in order to
meet regulatory guidelines can be complex.
That is why Joerns oers a wide array of
compliance options. We assist customers in
selecting compliant accessories recommended for
their specic bed model.
Creating a Safer Care Environment
While the guidelines apply to all healthcare
settings, (hospitals, nursing homes and at home),
long-term care facilities have particular exposure
since serious entrapment events typically involve
frail, elderly or dementia patients.
For More Information
To learn more about compliance options with
Joerns products, visit our website at www.
joerns.com, or contact our Customer Care reps
at 800-826-0270 and ask for free informational
publications.
To learn more about entrapment zones,
assessment methods and guidelines
concerning entrapment, contact Joerns
Healthcare at 800-826-0270 or consult
the FDA website: http://www.fda.gov/
MedicalDevices/ProductsandMedicalProcedures/
GeneralHospitalDevicesandSupplies/
HospitalBeds/default.htm.
The Arise®, provided by Joerns Healthcare, is a unique
therapy system that provides pressure redistribution
by combining low air loss with pulsation. Low air loss
therapy has been demonstrated to reduce the risk of
pressure ulcers and is a valuable aid in their treatment.
The Arise is available as a mattress replacement
system and as a mattress overlay.
Warning: The risk of entrapment can develop when
equipment is placed on bed frames that leave gaps of
even a few inches between the mattress and the head
panel, foot panel, and bed or side rails. The equipment
is NOT to be used when such gaps are present. See
“Important Precautions” section of this manual.
The Arise mattress replacement systems and overlays
are suitable for both those in need of treatment for
existing pressure ulcers Stage I through Stage IV as
well as those who have been assessed at risk from
the complications of immobility. The Arise is quiet,
comfortable and simple enough for single caregiver
installation, featuring rapid ination in just three to
ve minutes. The user-friendly controls allow for easy
adjustment of patient comfort. The Arise oers special
features to increase peace of mind such as a power
interruption alarm and a patient position sensor which
optimizes support for seated patients (Fowler Boost).
Additionally, low friction and shear materials, together
with average interface pressures below capillary
closure levels (32mm of Mercury), means that the
Arise meets the comfort and clinical requirements.
Moisture Control
Patients are at risk for skin maceration if excess
moisture is permitted to accumulate beneath the
patient. This may be due to perspiration, incontinence
or wound drainage.
On the Arise, moisture is controlled via the specially
of the therapy pad allows a sucient amount of air
to circulate beneath the pad and wicks away excess
moisture.
Shear and Friction Reduction
Shearing occurs when the skin is stationary in relation
to the support surface, while the underlying tissues
and vessels are stretched and damaged. When a
patient’s skin rubs against another surface, the result
is friction. The top surface of the Arise therapy pad is
constructed from a very smooth nylon fabric with low
friction and shear properties to protect the patient’s
skin from these damaging forces.
Indications for Use
Note: The selection of a pressure-relieving surface
needs to be based on each individual patient’s clinical
condition, diagnosis and/or co-morbidities. The choice
and use of a support surface is one factor in a holistic
program of wound care and treatment.
Pressure Redistribution
We have ensured that the Arise addresses the four key
areas in the treatment of compromised skin: pressure
redistribution, moisture control, and reduction in both
friction and shearing forces.
Pressure Redistribution
The Arise is divided into three distinct anatomical
zones: head, seat, and foot. Each zone is adjusted to
ensure optimal pressure redistribution and provide a
comfortable sleeping surface.
Maximum pressure redistribution is achieved through
delivering a specic amount of air to each therapy
cell and allowing controlled amounts of air to escape,
thus equalizing the pressure between the patient and
the therapy cells. This distributes the patient’s weight
evenly over a wide surface area resulting in average
pressure readings below capillary closure levels.
The Arise® provides uniform distribution of weight over
a wide surface area, which relieves pressure against
bony prominences and provides a soft, gentle therapy
surface to lie on. For patients experiencing severe
pain and discomfort due to pressure and/or positioning
limitations, consider the Arise as an adjunct to pain
Note: Pressure redistribution and pain management
are conditions and diagnoses for which the Arise may
be indicated. Occasionally, there are orthopedic and
neurological patients that require body positioning to
be maintained in specic alignment. The Arise has
safety features to prevent deation of the therapy cells
and to keep patients from bottoming out at all times.
The use of the Arise for these patients should be
considered on an individual basis and discussed with
the attending physician.
Features
The Arise is comprised of two components:
• Therapy control unit
• Therapy mattress system
Therapy Control Unit Features
• True low air loss with up to 100 liters of airow per
minute
• Three modes of operation – Autorm, Therapy and
Pulsate
• Pulsating feature that oscillates the air throughout
the mattress every 30 seconds
• Autorm mode provides maximum air ination
designed to assist both patients and caregivers
during patient transfer and treatment.
• Patient position sensor optimizes support for
seated occupants (Fowler Boost)
• Compact lightweight control unit is quiet, robust
and powerful, with a reusable air lter and
integrated carrying handle for portability.
• Crisp, easy to read graphics for intuitive set up and
therapy control
• Automatic panel lock out to avoid unwanted or
accidental adjustments
• Eight therapeutic comfort control settings to
maximize patient compliance and promote healing
• Closed loop pressure sensor control system
eliminates concerns of changes in mattress
interface pressure due to ambient temperature and
pressure changes.
• Integrated swing out hanging brackets for xing to
most bed frames
• Quick disconnect hose feature allows for rapid
attach and CPR deate at the control unit
• Audible and visual alarms for power interruptions
* Mattress weight capacity only; total weight must not exceed
• Twenty (80") or twenty one (84") individual therapy
cells help to evenly distribute the patient’s weight
and maximize pressure redistribution. Modular cell
design mattress for ease of cleaning, re-assembly
and cost eective service.
• Lower two-inch support cell provides support in the
event of a power failure.
• 6.5" deep mattress therapy cells and 5" deep
overlay therapy cells are constructed of highly
durable, polyurethane coated nylon to provide
adequate support and prevent bottoming out for
most patients within weight limit.
weight 1680 denier nylon with a 1.5 oz. urethane
coating and incorporates bed attachment loops for
stability.
• Maximum weight capacity: Up to 500 lbs. based
on model*
• CPR deation in 30 seconds or less
• Anti-kink, easy clean air supply hose set
• Integrated CairRails risk management side
bolsters—two inch side bolsters that inate on
both sides of the patient along the mattress edge
to provide additional support and to provide a
gentle reminder to the patient that they are near
the edge of the mattress. Constructed with lower
ingress/egress area.
Arise 1000 Mattress
• Twenty individual therapy cells help to evenly
distribute the patient’s weight and maximize
pressure redistribution. Modular cell design
mattress for ease of cleaning, re-assembly and
cost eective service.
• Lower two-inch therapy support cell provides
additional therapeutic support and remains inated
for up to 12 hours in the event of a power failure.
• 6.5" deep therapy cells are constructed of highly
durable, polyurethane coated nylon to provide
adequate support and prevent “bottoming out” for
most patients within weight limit.
weight 1680 denier nylon with a 1.5 oz. urethane
coating and incorporates bed attachment loops for
stability.
• Maximum weight capacity: 1000 lbs.*
• CPR deation in 30 seconds depending on the
patient’s weight and body shape.
• Anti-kink, easy clean air supply hose set
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Joerns® Support Surfaces
Arise® LAL Mattress Replacement
Arise® LAL Overlay, Arise® 1000, Arise® 1000EX
• Integrated CairRails risk management side
bolsters-two inch side bolsters that inate on both
sides of the patient along the mattress edge to
provide additional support and to provide a gentle
reminder to the patient that they are near the edge
of the mattress. Constructed with lower ingress/
egress area.
Arise 1000 EX Mattress
• Caregiver operated mattress control panel to
adjust the following mattress features:
- Independent ination and deation control of
the 6" wide side bolsters (left and right) when
used in combination with the Joerns Bari10A
bed (36, 42 or 48 inches wide) allows for
close-in nursing procedures that may otherwise
be a strain on the care giver and eases
transportation through narrow doorways.
- Ination and deation of the CairRails
- Ination and deation of the length extension
cells which in combination with the Joerns®
Bari10A bed allow the bed and mattress to
extend from 80 to 88 inches in length.
• Sixteen (Eight paired) individual therapy cells
help to evenly distribute the patient’s weight and
maximize pressure redistribution. Modular cell
design mattress for ease of cleaning, re-assembly
and cost eective service.
• Lower three-inch foam support cell provides
additional therapeutic support and remains
supportive in the event of a power failure or for
patient transport.
• Five-inch deep therapy cells are constructed of
highly durable, polyurethane coated nylon to
provide adequate support and prevent bottoming
out for most patients within the weight limit.
• Maximum weight capacity: 1000 lbs.*
Therapy Pads
Many healthcare facilities are facing the challenge
of infection control. Joerns’ quilted therapy pads are
treated with an antimicrobial to protect the therapy pad
from the growth of mold, mildew and bacteria.
Key features and benets:
• Treated with a highly eective bacteriostat agent to
inhibit the growth of bacterial and fungus
• Constructed from a very smooth nylon fabric with
low friction and low shear properties to protect
the patient’s skin from damaging friction/shearing
forces
• Breathable, moisture vapor permeable fabric
allows air to circulate beneath the pad and wicks
away excess moisture. This keeps your patient dry
and helps to prevent skin maceration.
• Therapy pad is designed for optimal comfort,
moisture vapor transfer, stain resistance and ease
of laundering.
Grounding Instructions
Warning: Use a properly grounded, AC outlet for this
product. Failure to use a grounded outlet could result
in personal injury or damage to equipment or structure
wiring, including risk of re. A qualied electrician
should be contacted to correct the wiring and ensure a
properly grounded outlet.
Before installing this product, have the electrical
system checked to make sure the electrical circuits
and the electrical service are properly grounded.
Having a three-prong outlet does not necessarily
mean it is grounded. Sometimes two-prong outlets are
replaced with a three-prong type even though there is
no ground wire.
There is always a chance of a loose connection or
poor installation of a ground wire that causes the loss
of proper ground at the outlet. Inadequate grounding
at electrical outlets can occur even if there is a
ground wire. Wires can become loose over time at the
connection to the outlet.
Note: To install new wires on a circuit requires a
qualied electrician.
How to Determine if Your Outlet has the
Proper Grounding
Most hardware stores sell circuit testers (Figure 1) that
can be used to test an outlet for proper grounding.
The tester plugs into an outlet and by observing
the indicator lights you can determine if the outlet is
properly grounded. For a higher level of assurance, an
electrician should be requested to thoroughly test the
electrical system with more reliable equipment.
If repair or replacement of the cord or plug is
necessary, please contact Joerns Healthcare for
assistance.
Caution: Do not place the control unit on the oor.
Position the power cord to keep personnel from
tripping over it.
Comfort Adjust Setup
• Fully inate the mattress by selecting Autorm.
When the mattress is fully inated, select the
Therapy mode, and place the patient on the
mattress.
• Select the appropriate Comfort Adjust level to
prevent bottoming out (i.e., providing greater than
one inch of air between the patient’s sacral
area/buttocks and the lower safety mattress) as
outlined below:
1. Begin by placing the head of the bed in the
appropriate position based on the patient’s
clinical condition.
2. Select the highest or most rm Comfort Adjust
setting.
3. Hand Check: Place a hand with three (3) ngers
(if head of bed at 30° or higher) or four (4)
ngers (if head of bed lower than 30°) stacked
vertically beneath the cells of the mattress and
above the safety mattress directly between the
lowest point of the patient’s sacral area/buttocks.
The smallest nger should be resting on the
safety mattress.
4. Sequentially reduce the Comfort Adjust setting
to the rmness level where the height of the
three (3) or four (4) ngers can slide with
minimal resistance between the patient’s sacral
area/buttocks and the lower safety mattress.
This is the proper Comfort Adjust setting for the
patient to assure proper ination of the air cells
and prevent bottoming out of the mattress.
5. Document the patient’s Comfort Adjust setting
for future reference, and re-evaluate with the
Hand Check as the patient’s condition warrants.
• Place the Arise LAL mattress with the hose
connection at the foot end of the bed and the
therapy cells facing up. Secure the six (6) straps on
the mattress securely to the movable part of the bed
frame.
• If the therapy pad is not already on the mattress,
attach it securely to the mattress.
• Hang the control unit on the foot of the bed facing
away from the bed. Attach the hose connector
marked CPR to the underside of the control unit.
• Plug the Fowler Boost sensor into the side of the
control unit.
• Plug in the control unit and the yellow Standby light
will illuminate. Press the Power key. The control unit
will start and the green light will illuminate.
• Allow three to ve minutes for full ination
• Select the appropriate Comfort Adjust setting (Refer
to “Comfort Adjust Setup” section).
• The CairRails risk management side air bolsters
can be inated or deated as required. Locate
the turn valve on the hose assembly between the
mattress and the control unit. Next, inate/deate the
CairRails by moving the turn valve to the up (inate)
or down (deate) position.
Note: When inating or deating CairRails it is
recommended that the support surface be in Autorm
mode.
Arise® LAL Overlay Setup
• Place the Arise LAL overlay on top of the mattress
with the hose connection at the foot end of the bed
and the therapy cells facing up. Secure the straps
around the head and foot ends of the mattress.
Fasten the two straps by the seat section securely to
the sleep deck of the bed frame.
• If the therapy pad is not already on the overlay,
attach it securely using the zippers.
• Hang the control unit on the foot of the bed facing
away from the bed. Attach the hose connector
marked CPR to the underside of the control unit.
• Plug the Fowler Boost sensor into the side of the
control unit.
• Plug in the control unit and the yellow Standby light
will illuminate. Press the Power key. The control unit
will start and the green light will illuminate.
• Allow three to ve minutes for full ination. Place
the patient on the overlay. Overlay can be inated
with patient on it, but will take longer, depending on
patient weight/size. Note: Keep the control unit on
while the patient is on the overlay.
• The CairRails air side bolsters are currently not
available with the Arise LAL overlay.
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Joerns® Support Surfaces
Arise® LAL Mattress Replacement
Arise® LAL Overlay, Arise® 1000, Arise® 1000EX
Arise 1000 Mattress Setup
• Remove the existing mattress from the bed.
• Place the Arise 1000 mattress with the hose
connection at the foot end of the bed and the
therapy cells facing up. Secure the ten (10) straps
on the mattress securely to the movable part of the
bed frame.
• If the therapy pad is not already on the mattress,
attach it securely to the mattress.
• Hang the control unit on the foot of the bed facing
away from the bed. Attach the hose connector
marked CPR to the underside of the control unit.
• Plug the Fowler boost sensor into the side of the
control unit.
• Plug in the control unit and the yellow Standby light
will illuminate. Press the Power key. The control unit
will start and the green light will illuminate.
• Allow three to ve minutes for full ination
• Select the appropriate Comfort Adjust setting (Refer
to “Comfort Adjust Setup” section).
• The CairRails risk management side air bolsters
can be inated or deated as required. Locate
the turn valve on the hose assembly between the
mattress and the control unit. Next, inate/deate the
CairRails by moving the turn valve to the up (inate)
or down (deate) position.
Note: When inating or deating CairRails it is
recommended that the support surface be in Autorm
mode.
• Plug in the control unit and the yellow Standby light
will illuminate. Press the Power key. The control unit
will start and the green light will illuminate.
• Allow three to ve minutes for full ination
• Select the appropriate Comfort Adjust setting (Refer
to “Comfort Adjust Setup” section).
• The CairRails air bolsters can be inated or deated
as required. Locate the control knob (Figure 2) on
the lower right of the control panel on the mattress.
Next, inate/deate the CairRails by moving the
control knob to the up (inate) or down (deate)
position.
• If the patient needs the extended width functionality
of the bed (36", 42" or 48") then complete the
following procedure. Note: this can be accomplished
with the patient on the bed:
1. Adjust the Bari10A bed frame with the knee
section in the at position.
2. Widen the bed frame (see bed manual)
3. Un-strap the mattress side straps from the
Bari10A bed frame.
4. Un-snap the pocket that contains the extension
side cells so they are free to inate.
5. Attach the extended width mattress side straps
to the extended bed deck (Note: Do not over
tighten).
6. Inate the extension side cells by turning the
lower left knob on the mattress control panel up.
After 2-5 minutes the cells will inate. Leave the
knob in this position to maintain ination.
Arise® 1000 EX Mattress Setup
• Remove the existing mattress from the bed.
• Place the Arise 1000 EX mattress with the hose
connection at the foot end of the bed and the
therapy cells facing up. Secure the eight (8) straps
on the mattress securely to the loops provided on
the Bari10A bed frame. Note: These straps should
not be over tightened as they may interfere with the
Bari10A bed deck elements during width reduction.
• If the therapy pad is not already on the mattress,
attach it via the longitudinal zippers to the mattress.
Note: This will require threading the hose set
through the control window opening on the therapy
cover located on the mattress side at the patients left
foot. Also attach the snaps around the control panel
opening from the therapy cover to the mattress
control panel in four (4) places so that the control
panel is not obscured (Figure 2).
• Hang the control unit on the foot of the bed facing
away from the bed. Attach the hose connector
marked CPR to the underside of the control unit.
• Plug the Fowler boost sensor into the side of the
control unit.
• If the patient needs the extended length functionality
of the bed (80" - 88), complete the following
procedure. Note: This can be accomplished with the
patient on the bed:
1. Adjust the Bari10A bed frame with the knee
section in the at position.
2. Extend the bed frame (see bed manual).
3. Un-strap the mattress foot straps from the
Bari10A bed frame.
4. Un-snap the pocket that contains the
extension foot cells so they are free
to inate.
5. Attach the extended length mattress foot
straps to the extended bed deck (Note: Do not
over tighten).
6. Inate the extension foot cells by turning the
lower left knob on the mattress control panel
(Figure 2) up. After 2-5 minutes the cells will
inate. Leave the knob in this position to
maintain ination.
Operation
Warning: For important precautions, see page two.
Caution: The patient’s head should be positioned in
the center of the top section of the mattress. When
using the mattress system always ensure that the
patient is positioned properly within the connes of the
bed. Do not let any extremities protrude over the side
or between the bed rails when the mattress is being
used.
Patient Comfort Controls and Monitoring
(Figure 3)
Power Switch
The power switch is used to turn the power on and o.
Standby Light
The Standby indicator will illuminate when the unit is
plugged into a power outlet. Press the Power button
to turn the unit on and inate the mattress. Therapy is
the default mode at startup. When the Standby light is
on, it may also indicate that there has been a power
interruption and the therapy control unit is ready to be
turned back on. Press the Power button and reset the
preferred mode of therapy and comfort level.
Figure 2
Modes
Autorm Mode
Autorm mode provides maximum air ination
designed to assist both patients and caregivers
during patient transfer and treatment. The unit will
automatically return to the mode it was in prior to
Autorm (either therapy or pulsate) in approximately
12 minutes.
The Arise® has two low air loss therapy modes,
Therapy and Pulsate:
• Therapy: The unit starts in the Therapy mode,
which is the standard low air loss therapy.
• Pulsate: Pulsate will slightly decrease the pressure
in all cushions every 30 seconds then return to the
Warning: A possible re hazard exists. This product is
suitable for use with oxygen administering equipment
of the nasal, mask, or half bed-length, tent-type only.
To prevent personal injury or equipment damage,
ensure that the oxygen tent does not extend below the
mattress.
CPR
The hose connection at the control unit is marked
CPR. Disconnect the hose from the control unit. CPR
connection style may vary by model. To
re-inate the air cells, reattach the hose to the control
unit.
Transport
Figure 3
Note: Label artwork may vary slightly,
but control functions are standard.
Comfort Adjust
The Comfort Adjust function is located on the right
side of the control panel. The Arise can be customized
to meet individual patient needs within a therapeutic
window. Use the up and down keys to simultaneously
increase or decrease pressure in all three zones
(head, seat and foot). This function will not work
in Autorm mode. Refer to “Comfort Adjust Setup”
section for selecting the proper Comfort Adjust setting.
Lockout
This feature is to prevent any unauthorized changes to
the patient settings. To unlock and make adjustments
to the settings press both up and down comfort arrows
at the same time to disengage the Lockout function.
The Lockout function will return in approximately ve
minutes.
Note: The unit is designed to lock out all the
adjustment controls after the patient has been
positioned correctly. In approximately ve minutes
after the last button push the power on light begins to
ash indicating Lockout is enabled.
To transport the patient in bed, turn the control unit
o. Unplug the power cord from the outlet. Do not
disconnect the hose connection at the control unit.
The lower support cell will prevent the patient from
bottoming out for up to 12 hours. Some models
incorporate a foam safety cell.
For the Arise® 1000 EX mattress, the control unit can
be disconnected from the mattress as the 3" foam
base will continue to support the patient. If the Bari10A
bed frame is to be reduced in width for transport it may
be necessary to deate the CairRails. This can be
done at the mattress control panel (Figure 2, pg 9) by
turning the lower right control knob down.
Power Failure
The Arise control unit has an advanced power failure
notication alarm and Comfort Adjust setting memory
capability. Upon power failure the control unit will ash
a red Alarm light on the keypad and sound an audible
signal every two (2) seconds for up to twenty (20)
minutes. The power interruption feature keeps the
current settings in memory based on the frequency of
use and level of battery charge. The Alarm Reset will
turn o audible and visual alarm.
Power Interruption (Brown out)
In the event of a brief power interruption, up to twenty
(20) minutes, the Arise control unit will automatically
restart and reset to the previous Comfort Adjust
settings. The power interruption feature keeps the
current settings in memory based on the frequency of
use and level of battery charge.
In the event of a power failure in excess of twenty
(20) minutes, the control unit’s stand by light will be
illuminated after power restoration. Press the Power
button and reset the preferred mode and comfort level
as described in the “Operation” section.
Safety cell
In the event of a power failure, the lower support
cells should remain inated for up to 12 hours as
long as the control unit remains connected. In case
of an extended power failure, transfer the patient to a
hospital mattress or other surface.
CairRails
Integrated CairRails risk management air bolsters oer
a bilateral side bolster solution designed to address
healthcare’s growing concerns of liability in relation
to patient falls and entrapment. CairRails are being
recognized by some of the nations leading healthcare
systems for improving their patient safety and risk
management programs.
CairRails are recommended for patients requiring
additional support during patient care and transfer.
CairRails can help reduce costs while ensuring optimal
clinical outcomes and increasing patient safety.
Note: When inating CairRails, it is recommended that
the control unit be in Autorm mode to achieve optimal
results.
Features and Benets
• A bilateral side air bolster solution which
can enhance your facilities entrapment/risk
management program.
• Easy to engage Ready Valve for instant ination
and deation.
• Transfer friendly-deate for ease of assisted
transfer or when bolsters are not required.
• Unique contoured design allows ease of ingress/
egress, while providing additional protection,
comfort and supports patient compliance.
• Designed to t on most key Joerns therapeutic
support surfaces.
• Promotes maximum independence
by allowing caregiver to decide when added
protection is required.
Optional Accessories
• Additional therapy pads – available for purchase
• T-Bracket control unit hanger – available for
purchase
Troubleshooting
Therapy Surface is not Inflating
1. Ensure the hose connection from the therapy
mattress system (mattress) to the control unit is
securely connected.
2. Ensure that the control unit is plugged into an AC
outlet.
3. Ensure that the power is not on Standby. If on Standby, press the Power button.
4. Ensure that all air cells are connected to the
manifold.
Unable to Change Therapy Mode or Adjust
Comfort Control
Make sure the Lockout function is disabled. To
disable, press the up and down comfort adjust arrows
simultaneously.
Nursing Procedures
Recommended Linen:
Special linens are not necessary for the Arise®. While
there is no need for a bottom sheet the therapy pad
should be covering the therapy cells at all times. The
patient should never be lying directly on the therapy
cells. Depending upon the patient’s specic needs, the
following linens may be utilized:
• Draw or slide sheet to aid in positioning and to
further minimize friction and shearing
• Incontinence barrier pad for patients incontinent
of urine and/or stool, and patients with heavily
draining wounds
• Add top sheet, blanket and/or bedspread as
needed for patient comfort
• Keep the amount of padding between the patient
and bed to a minimum for optimum performance
Changing the Therapy Pad
Note: Side bolsters are meant to be used with side
rails and to provide a documentable and functional
intervention for the risk management issues of
falls and entrapment, but in no way guarantee the
1. Place the therapy pad over the therapy cells, tting
the corner of the cushions into the corner of the
therapy pad. (Similar to a tted sheet)
2. Zip the therapy pad along each side of the
mattress tub.
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Joerns® Support Surfaces
Arise® LAL Mattress Replacement
Arise® LAL Overlay, Arise® 1000, Arise® 1000EX
Patient Positioning and Comfort
General Repositioning
Patients should be turned and repositioned per
individual turning schedule or per facility policy. It may
be helpful to activate the Autorm mode to achieve
a rm surface for repositioning purposes. The unit
will automatically return to the mode it was in prior
to Autorm in approximately 12 minutes or you can
manually return to therapy mode once patient has
been repositioned.
Unless counter indicated, it is desirable to keep the
head of the bed in the low position to provide optimal
pressure redistribution and minimize the risk of
shearing injuries.
Elevating Patient into Sitting Position
The special properties of the Arise therapy pad reduce
the opportunity for shear and friction that may occur
when raising the head of other beds. As with any
surface, sliding can be expected, therefore patients
should be repositioned after elevation. The knee gatch
or foot of the bed may be elevated rst, to help prevent
the patient from sliding when the head of the bed is
elevated.
Skin Care
Monitor skin conditions regularly, particularly in areas
where incontinence and drainage occur or collect,
and consider adjunct or alternative therapies for high
acuity patients. Early intervention may be essential to
preventing serious skin breakdown.
Bed Height
To minimize the risks of falls or injury the patient
surface should always be in the lowest practical
position when the patient is unattended. Make sure
areas under and around the frame are clear of objects,
persons and parts of body before adjusting height.
Cleaning
Warning: Unplug the control unit from its power
source. Failure to do so could result in personal injury
or equipment damage.
Warning: Do not expose the unit to excessive
moisture that would allow for liquid pooling. Personal
injury or equipment damage could occur.
Incontinence
Moisture against the skin surface leads to maceration,
or softening of the tissues. To prevent maceration, we
recommend you use an incontinence barrier pad to
absorb the excess moisture.
In the event of incontinence or excess drainage on the
therapy pad, you should wipe o the excess uid from
the bed surface.
Safety Information
Patient Migration
Specialty bed products are designed to reduce/
relieve pressure and the shearing/friction forces on
the patient’s skin. The risk of gradual movement and/
or sinking into hazardous positions of entrapment and/
or inadvertent bed exit may be increased due to the
nature of these products.
Traction
With any traction or unstable fractures, maintain
physician-directed angle of articulation and guard
against risks of patient migration or inadvertent
deation of patient surface.
Caution: Do not use harsh cleansers/detergents, such
as scouring pads and heavy-duty grease removers, or
solvents, such as acetone. Equipment damage could
occur.
Control Unit
Wipe o dust. If necessary, clean the housing exterior
with a disinfectant solution or a mild detergent and a
damp cloth. Then wipe dry.
General Cleaning
If there is no visible soilage with possible body uids,
we recommend that you clean the mattress system
with a mild detergent and warm water. If disinfection
is desired, you may use a combination cleanser/
disinfectant as explained in “Disinfecting” section.
1. Patient care equipment that does not come in
contact with mucous membranes or non-contact
skin requires low-level disinfection. Wiping
surfaces with a properly prepared detergent or
disinfectant carries out low level disinfecting.
2. Processing of dirty patient care equipment should
3. Detergent/disinfectants should not be mixed with
other germicides or detergents. Using the proper
dilution insures the most eective killing power of
the disinfectant.
4. Wash hands often and well, including after
removal of gloves.
5. Patient care equipment that is used in isolation
areas should be disinfected in accordance with all
internal policies and procedures regarding such
equipment.
Disinfecting
When there is visible soilage, and between patients,
it is recommended that the unit and mattress be
disinfected with a tuberculocidal disinfectant.
Disinfectant should be registered with the
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
1. Use rubber gloves and eye protection.
2. Prepare detergent/disinfectant (registered by EPA
as hospital disinfectant) solution according to
instructions on label for correct use-dilution.
3. With support surface deated, thoroughly wipe
down entire mattress, as air cells will lie at. Be
sure to reach all areas underneath and in-between
air cells. Allow to air dry.
4. If dust or other soiling has accumulated along
air hoses, remove using swabs moistened with
detergent/disinfectant as necessary. Allow all
components to air dry. Wrap mattress in plastic
and return to storage area.
5. Thoroughly wipe down outside of control unit and
allow to air dry. Cover with plastic and return to
storage area.
6. Remove gloves and dispose; wash hands.
Therapy Pad
The therapy pad can be wiped down with a disinfectant
solution or a mild detergent with a damp cloth. If
heavily soiled, the therapy pad can be laundered in a
washer and dryer with warm water (no more than 120º
Fahrenheit). A non-bleach detergent should be used
sparingly. Wipe dry or allow to air dry.
Steam Cleaning
Filter Cleaning
Check the air lter on the rear of the unit regularly
for buildup of dust/dirt. If buildup is visible turn o the
control unit and disconnect the power cord from the
wall outlet. Remove the lter by grasping the lter
pulling outward. Replace with a new lter. Ensure the
replaced lter covers the entire lter region.
Hand-wash the removed lter in warm soapy water
and allow to air dry. When dry, store the lter in a safe
place for the next lter maintenance.
Maintenance
Warning: Only facility-authorized personnel trained
by Joerns Healthcare should perform preventative
maintenance. Preventative maintenance performed by
unauthorized personnel could result in personal injury
or equipment damage.
Any maintenance done without Joerns’ authorization
will invalidate any warranties on this product.
Storage and Care
When the product is not in use, properly store the
power cord. Failure to do so could result in personal
injury.
Note: Clean the Arise® as described in the previous
section prior to storage.
Control Unit
The power cord may be wrapped around the unit for
convenience. Wrap the unit in a plastic bag for dust
resistance then store the unit in an area appropriate
for an electronic medical device.
Support Surface
Gently roll up the support surface, expelling any
residual air, for temporary storage. The mattress
should be wrapped in plastic and/or a clean bag for
storage.
Do not use any steam cleaning device on the unit.
Excessive moisture can damage mechanisms in
Joerns Healthcare, Inc. warrants the Arise mattress
replacement systems and overlays to be sold free
from defects in workmanship and materials, under
normal and proper use. Warranty periods vary. Check
with your customer care representative. Damages
arising from improper use will not be covered by this
warranty.
Improper use is dened as, but not limited to, those
caused by:
• Burns
• Use of improper chemical agents
• Needle punctures, cuts or abrasions
• Excessive loads
• Staining
• Negligent or excessive usage
• Improper maintenance, handling and/or cleaning
• Failure to use in the manner indicated in the Arise
user manual
Any modication, repair or alteration done to the
Arise that was not authorized in writing by Joerns
Healthcare will void this warranty.
Damage caused by use in unsuitable environmental
conditions, abuse or failure to maintain the product in
accordance with user and service instructions is not
covered.
Parts
Joerns’ Arise contains various parts that wear from
normal use. Joerns Healthcare’s obligation under it’s
warranty is limited to supplying replacement parts,
servicing or replacing, at its option, any product which
is found by Joerns Healthcare to be defective.
When requested by Joerns Healthcare, parts must
be returned for inspection at the customer’s expense.
Credit will be issued only after inspection.
Service
Most service requests can be handled by the facility
Maintenance Department with assistance from the
Joerns Healthcare Product Service Department.
Most parts requested can be shipped next day air at
the customer’s expense.
Should a technician be required, one will be provided
by Joerns Healthcare, at our discretion. Only the
Joerns Healthcare Product Service Department can
dispatch authorized technicians.
Manufactured by:
Joerns Healthcare, LLC
2100 Design Road
Arlington, TX 76014
Post Acute, Acute, HomeCare
2430 Whitehall Park Dr. Ste 100
Charlotte, NC 28273
(P) 800.826.0270
(F) 800.457.8827