Maintenance And Repair - Ferno Germa EasyFiX Instrucciones De Uso

6. Maintenance and Repair

At frequent recurrent intervals the vacuum mattress and the pump must be checked for visible damages.
At the same time the vacuum mattress must be tested as to tightness and the suction force of the suction pump must
be checked according to Section 7.
Leaks can be found on the mattress by visual inspection or by reduced filling of the mattress with air, covering it with
soapy water all over the surface and the welds watching out for air bubbles from the mattress. If filling of the mattress
with air, this must be done without creating pressure on edges etc.
If leaks have been found on the mattress clean the area around the leakage and allow it to dry.
Find a patch in a suitable size and put glue on the patch as well as on the leakage on the mattress.
Wait for the glue to become dust dry (approx. 2 minutes) and place the patch on the leakage.
Firmly press the whole area of the patch establishing good contact and press all air out under the patch.
The repair will receive full strength after 24 hours.
Note: The belts are detachable, washable and replaceable! If blood on the belts - put to soak in cold water first!
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7. Test of the Vacuum Mattress and Pump
Straighten out the mattress, close the valve by turning it clockwise and connect the pump.
Evacuate the air until the mattress is rigid, leave it for about 2 hours. If the mattress is as rigid as it was when you
started the mattress may be considered tight.
Open the valve by turning it counterclockwise.
If the mattress is not airtight see Section 6 Maintenance and Repair or check the valve for leakage.
Try to insert a new valve and repeat the test.
If the pump is not emptying the mattress check the pump by closing the connection with your fingertip and pump
a few times. A negative pressure should be created in the tubing and can be felt at your fingertip. If the pump
does not function do not repair it but return it for service to your dealer or to an Germa service center.
8. Storage
After each use, check that the mattress is ready for next use. Loosen the valve by turning it counterclockwise and
put the mattress on an even surface. When the granules have been distributed evenly, fold the mattress in its initial
position.
Repack the mattress in order that it fits into your storage area.
The vacuum mattress is often positioned on the strecher, or folded in a bag.
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