Posey® Single-Patient Use Chair Sensor Pad
Application Instructions
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Single-Patient Use Chair Sensor Pad
Designed for chair use with Posey Fall Alarms ONLY!
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8309 Single-Patient Use Chair Sensor Pad (30-Day)
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8309EL Single-Patient Use Chair Sensor Pad (Extended Cord, 30-Day)
Before You Begin
The Posey Sensor Pad, in conjunction with a Posey Alarm, is an important part of
your fall management protocols. Ensure all parts of this system are operational
before leaving a patient unattended. This system does not prevent falls or injury
from falls and is not a substitute for patient care, caregiver rounding and a
comprehensive fall management protocol in your facility.
• This device may not be suitable for all high fall-risk patients. See Posey catalog
for other options for such patients.
• NEVER connect Posey sensor pads to other manufacturers’ alarms.
• NEVER connect Posey Alarms to other manufacturers’ sensor pads.
Steps to Apply Chair Sensor Pad
1. Check that sensor pad, cord and plug are clean and
undamaged. If you have a damaged sensor pad and/
or plug, the sensor pad unit should be discarded and
replaced. Do not discard the non-slip matting.
2. Place sensor pad with non-slip grip matting
underneath sensor FLAT across width of seat (Fig 1).
Make sure sensor pad cord is either to the back or
side of seat.
NOTE: If a seat cushion is used, place sensor pad
ON TOP of cushion.
3. Adjust so sensor pad is directly under patient’s
buttocks when seated.
• Sensor pad should be towards FRONT of chair
seat if patient normally sits toward front.
• Sensor pad should be towards BACK of chair
seat if using a posture support or if patient is
at risk of forward sliding.
4. If needed, use an incontinence pad to protect sensor pad from urine or other
liquids. Sensor pad may fail if liquid enters at “neck” of sensor pad.
5. Route the sensor pad cord to the alarm. Check that the sensor pad cord has
slack, is clear of moving parts of chair, and does not pose a tripping hazard.
6. Insert plug into sensor input on the alarm.
7. Test sensor pad and alarm (see Testing Alarm and Chair Sensor Pad).
Testing Alarm and Chair Sensor Pad
ALWAYS check sensor pads when connecting them to a Posey alarm. You can
check a sensor pad by attaching it to the sensor input on the alarm, activating the
alarm and placing pressure on the sensor pad. When the pressure is released,
the alarm should sound. Repeat this pressure/release test in several different
areas along the entire length of the sensor pad to ensure entire sensor pad
functions properly. If the alarm and/or sensor pad do not function properly,
remove the alarm and sensor pad from service and replace them with a properly
functioning alarm and/or sensor pad. DO NOT use the alarm or sensor pad if it
does not activate each time weight is removed from the sensor pad.
Fig 1
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8309, 8309EL
To reduce the risk of serious injury or death, ALWAYS follow
these steps after putting the sensor pad in place and before leaving patient
unattended (see instructions below). DO NOT use any alarm or sensor pad that
does not alarm each time it is tested.
1. Make sure alarm is ON and in monitoring mode.
2. Check that the plug on the sensor pad cable is not damaged (plug broken, or
wires disconnected) and is securely connected to the alarm.
3. Disconnecting the sensor pad from the alarm when the power is on will
cause the alarm to activate. This is called a “failsafe” mode. Disconnect the
sensor pad to make sure the failsafe mode works. DO NOT use the alarm if
the alarm does not sound when the sensor pad is disconnected.
4. When connecting the alarm to the nurse call system, check that the nurse
call cable is securely connected to the alarm and the nurse call panel.
ALWAYS test alarm and nurse call function if nurse call cable is plugged into
the alarm and wall jack. Activate the alarm (remove pressure from sensor
pad) and make sure the nurse call
light for the proper room activates in
TESTING CHAIR
SENSOR PAD
the appropriate nurse’s station
location. Remove the cable from the
wall jack and make sure the visual or
audible alert at the nurse’s station
immediately activates.
5. Inspect sensor pad cord and nurse call cable (if in use) to ensure they are
out of the footpath and DO NOT pose a tripping hazard.
Tips to Protect Sensor Pad from Damage
Plastic Tab
To avoid inconvenience to staff and patients, and to protect
sensor pads from damage, you should follow these steps:
• Only use Posey sensor pads with the Posey alarm.
• When routing sensor pad cord to alarm, check that there
is slack in the cord.
• NEVER jerk or pull on the cord to remove plug. Doing so
Neck
Sensor
Pad Cable
will damage cord wires or plug.
• ALWAYS use the plastic tab to release plug.
• Make sure sensor pad air intake (“neck” of chair sensor
pad) is clear and not blocked. Air must fl ow freely in and
out of sensor pad for alarm to function. Make sure liquid
does not enter at “neck” of sensor pad, as this will
damage sensor pad. If needed, use an incontinence pad
to protect sensor pad from urine or other liquids.
• NEVER roll, fold or crease sensor pad. This will damage
sensor pad and may cause false alarm or no alarm.
• Make sure sensor pad lays FLAT on bed surface, directly under patient’s
weight, and that sensor pad cord is not folded back under the sensor pad.
Posey® Single-Patient Use Chair Sensor Pad
Application Instructions
Posey Alarm and Use of Physical Restraints
The use of physical restraints should be a last resort, and only after a full physical
and mental assessment by the facility healthcare team. If the patient’s Care Plan
calls for the use of a restraint, staff should read and follow all instructions and
warnings for the device you choose.
The position of the sensor pad is vital when using a restraint. Make sure the
restraint is applied correctly per instructions for that device. Straps must NOT
cross over sensor pad.
If straps cross over sensor pad and patient moves, pressure from
straps may prevent alarm from activating. If patient falls out of chair or and is
suspended in the restraint, serious injury or death may occur from chest
compression or suffocation.
Use extreme caution with chair cushions. If a cushion dislodges, straps may loosen
and allow patient to slide off seat and become suspended.
Cleaning
• Dampen (but DO NOT soak) a clean cloth with disinfectant. Use extra care to
clean sensor pad cord plugs.
• To reduce the risk of damage, NEVER use any cleaning substance that
contains Phenol, immerse in liquid, or sterilize with heat.
• Use a clean, DRY cloth to dry all parts.
Storage
• Store pad sensor pads fl at or hang in a dry, secure environment. DO NOT
roll, bend or fold sensor pads, as it may damage internal electronic parts and
cause a malfunction.
• This device is designed for use in normal indoor environments.
• This device may be stored in ambient warehouse temperatures at normal
humidity levels (10 to 50%). Avoid excess moisture or high humidity that may
damage product materials (greater than 90%).
Disposal
Dispose of per facility policy. Be sure to follow all laws that apply.
Warranty:
This product is warrantied for thirty (30) days from date of fi rst use.
See Posey Catalog for Warranty details. Reprocessing sensor pads voids
warranty. Removing label from sensor cord voids warranty.
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