ALCO AL-82933 Quick start guide

AL-82933 Fall Monitor
CAUTION: The manufacturer does not claim that this device will prevent falls and/or elopement. Sensor pads and and fall monitors are prone to diculties. Be
sure cord cannot entangle or choke the user. Test this device before each use. This device is designed to augment caregivers’comprehensive resident mobility
management program and is not a substitute for proper nursing care. The eectiveness of this monitoring device relies entirely on the direct supervision and
immediate response by the caregiver to this monitor’s alert. Failure to compy with this warning may result in injury or death. READ THE INSTRUCTIONS AND
LEGAL DISCLAIMER.
Warning: FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH WARNING MAY RESULT IN INJURY OR DEATH. This device is not suitable for all individuals. Other devices may be required.
This device is not a substitute for visual monitoring by caregiver. The manufacturer does not claim that this device will stop elopement and/or stop falls.
This device is designed to augment caregivers’existing comprehensive resident mobility management program. Test this device before each use. Read the
instructions and Legal Disclaimer before each use.
This Pad and Fall Monitor System is designed to be installed by the end-user. As such, it is the entire responsibility of the buyer to ensure that
the system is properly installed and tested. Further, the system is not designed to replace good caregiving practices including, but not limited to:
a.) Direct patient supervision
b.) Adequate training for sta personnel for resident fall management and elopement
c.) Testing of the system before each use
WHERE PERMISSIBLE, IT IS THE SELLER’S INTENT TO LIMIT ANY LIABILITY FOR SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL ECONOMIC DAMAGES TO REFUND OF
THE PURCHASE PRICE OR REPLACEMENT OF THE GOODS. SELLER DISCLAIMS ANY LIABILITY FOR COMPENSATORY OR OTHER DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF THE
USE OF THE GOODS.
Limited warranty
Seller warrants that the goods sold will be free from defects of workmanship and manufacturing, for a period of one year from the date of sale. Other than this
limited warranty, seller makes no express or implied warranties. Except for this limited warranty, NO EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARE GIVEN AND NO
AFFIRMATION OF SELLER, BY WORDS OR ACTION, WILL CONSTITUTE A WARRANTY. THE GOODS BEING PURCHASED ARE BEING SOLD ON A “WITH ALL FAULTS”
BASIS. THE ENTIRE RISK AS TO THE QUALITY AND PERFORMANCE OF THE GOODS IS WITH THE BUYER. SHOULD THE GOODS PROVE DEFECTIVE FOLLOWING
THEIR PURCHASE, THE BUYER, AND NOT THE MANUFACTURER, DISTRIBUTOR, OR RETAILER, ASSUMES THE ENTIRE COST OF ALL NECESSARY INSTALLATION,
SERVICING OR REPAIRS.
Bed Pad System
TEST THE SYSTEM
• Plug the pad into the monitor and apply pressure
to pad to activate the system. The monitor will beep twice
when active.
• The alert will sound when pressure is released
from the pad. Press the“reset” on the front of
the monitor to silence the alert.
BED PAD PLACEMENT
• Place the pad under the residents shoulders to be
alerted when the resident sits up in the bed (g 1).
• Place the pad under the resident’s lower back/buttocks to
be alerted when the resident vacates the bed (g 2).
• Place the monitor out of reach of the resident. The suitable
mounting locations include: the back of headboard, the wall
or under the bed. Make sure the resident cannot tamper with
the monitor.
Chair Pad System
TEST THE SYSTEM
• Plug the pad into the monitor and apply pressure to pad to
activate the system. The monitor will beep twice when active.
• The alert will sound when pressure is released from the pad.
Press the “reset” on the front of the monitor to
silence the alert.
WHEELCHAIR/CHAIR PAD PLACEMENT
• Center the pad on the chair seat.
• Place the monitor out of reach of the resident. The
suitable mounting locations include: the back or handle of
the wheelchair. Make sure the resident cannot tamper with
the monitor.
Troubleshooting
• Check the power supply. If you are using battery power, install a new 9V battery.
Or, if you are using an AC adapter, make sure the adapter is plugged into a power outlet.
• Make sure that the sensor pad is plugged into the fall monitor.
• Check monitor switches:
A. Check that the volume switch in the battery compartment is set correctly
B. Check that the alert delay switch is set correctly.
• If the steps above do not resolve your problem, call your distributor to troubleshoot.
Make sure both the sensor pad and the fall monitor are with you at the time of the call.
Sensor Pad Maintenance
• When using this sensor pad with foam or gel cushions, test the system to make sure it functions properly.
• To reduce the spread of infection, it is recommended to use a new sensor pad for each patient.
• Clean this sensor pad with disinfectant wipes or anti-bacterial cleaners.
• DO NOT fold or crease this sensor pad.
• DO NOT submerge this sensor pad in any liquid cleaning solution.
• DO NOT expose this sensor pad to high temperature sanitizers. Do not sanitize with an autoclave.
CE marking concerning medical appliances.
Device in contact with the patient,excluding the heartarea.
Protectedagainstthe ingress of foreign obect ≥12.5mm& against dripping water when tilted up to15°.
Caution:Readthe instructions for use.Please contribute toprotect the environmentby observing the disposal instructions.
Follow the user manual instructions.
STANDARDIZED SYMBOLS

Fall Monitor
Reset
Low
Battery
Status
Plug the cord end of the sensor pad
into the top of the fall monitor.
Pinch the cord together and route it
through the cord protection recess
on the fall monitor (near the plug input).
Test the System
Test the system.
(gure A). Place pressure on the
sensor pad to activate the pad and the fall
monitor. The fall monitor will beep two
times to indicate that the sensor pad and
the fall monitor are in use.
(gure B). When pressure is removed, the
fall monitor will alert. Press the “Reset”
button on the front of the fall monitor to
silence the alert and reset the system.
Bed Sensor Pad
Position the sensor pad under the resident.
Place the sensor pad under the resident’s
back to be alerted when the resident sits up.
To be alerted when the resident leaves the bed,
place the sensor pad under the resident’s hips.
Chair Sensor Pad
Mount the fall monitor on the chair. Suitable
locations are back of the wheel chair or on
the handle of the wheel chair. Position the
sensor pad on the chair under the resident.
Or
Sensor Pad
Positioned on
the Seat
Fall Monitor
Reset
Low
Battery
Status
2 Beeps
Alert
AL-82933 Basic Fall Monitor Quiet Features
Optional Protective Boot
Call Distributor For Pricing
#1 Plug existing Nurse Call
System into Nurse Call
Port using optional Nurse Call
Cord. Turn Volume setting in
battery compartment to
silent.
#2 Pager - Plug anadapter
into the Nurse Call Port. Turn
the volume inside the battery
compartment to silent. This
will send a wireless signal to
the Central Monitoring Unit
and Pager to notify caregiver.
Silent Options To
Reduce Noise
Mounting Brackets
Included
If using mounting brackets, line up the 2
small holes on the bracket with the 2 small
holes on the back of the monitor and insert
the 2 screws provided.
Bed Chair
Back View of the
Monitor Battery
Compartment
Install a 9V
Battery or use
optional AC
adapter (AC-02)
9V Battery
1
9V Battery
Silent Low High
CAUTION: The “silent” setting should only be selected
when the fall monitor is to be used with a facility’s
existing Nurse Call Light system. NO AUDIBLE ALERT
WILL SOUND FROM THE FALL MONITOR WHEN THE
“silent” OPTION IS SELECTED. When this setting is used
improperly, it presents a potentially dangerous condition.
Therefore, you must consult with your distributor for
proper operation.
Establish the fall monitor settings with the switch
inside the battery compartment.
Alert Volume: Select Silent, Low or High alert
volume.
Settings
2Connect the pad
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AL-82933
Quick Start Instructions