1 General
1.1 General information
To aid prevention of pressure ulcers it is recommended to reposition
regularly. Essential nursing care is pivotal in pressure ulcer prevention.
Education, clinical judgment, and action based planning are fundamental
factors in the prevention of pressure ulcers.
This user manual contains important information about the handling
of the product. In order to ensure safety when using the product,
read the user manual carefully and follow the safety instructions. For
further information contact Invacare® in your country (addresses are
on the back page of this manual).
1.2 Symbols in this user manual
In this User Manual warnings are indicated by symbols. The warning
symbols are accompanied by a heading that indicates the severity of
the danger.
WARNING
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not
avoided could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not
avoided could result in product damage, minor injury
or both.
IMPORTANT
Indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided
could result in damage to the product.
Gives useful tips, recommendations and information
for efficient, trouble-free use.
This manual MUST be given to the user of the product.
BEFORE using this product, read this manual and save for future reference.
Invacare® Propad®
en Overlays
User Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
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Gebrauchsanweisung. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
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Sobrecolchones
Manual del usuario. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
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Revestimentos
Manual de utilização . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
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Madrassen
Bruksanvisning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
This product complies with the directive 93/42/EEC
IenI
for medical products. The launch date for this product
is specified in the CE declaration of conformity.
Manufacturer
1.3 Warranty
We provide a manufacturer's warranty of three years for the product
in accordance with our General Terms and Conditions of Business.
Guarantee claims can only be made through the provider from whom
the appliance was obtained.
1.4 Standards and regulations
Quality is fundamental to the company's operation, working within
the disciplines of ISO 13485 and ISO 9001.
The Invacare® Propad® overlay features the CE mark, in compliance
with the Medical Device Directive 93/42/EEC Class 1.
The foam and cover used to manufacture the Invacare® Propad®
overlay are fire safety tested and certified in accordance with EN597-1
and EN597-2.
Invacare® is continuously working towards ensuring that the
company's impact on the environment, locally and globally, is reduced
to a minimum. We only use REACH compliant materials and
components.
For further information please contact Invacare® in your country
(addresses are on back page of this manual).
1.5 Intended use
The Propad Overlay is intended to be used as part of an overall
pressure ulcer prevention program of care. Designed to offer
additional comfort and support to sit on top of an existing
conventional mattress. This overlay can be used in conjunction with
a pressure ulcer prevention program for "High Risk" patients when
the product is in normal use. Normal use is defined by Invacare Ltd
as when the product is placed, without additional covers or padding,
between the user and the support surface. Replace the cover in case
of damage. Do not use with another cover.