Lumex AltaDyne XT 773400A User manual

AltaDyne®XT Model 773400A
AltaDyne®XD Model 774200A
Alternating Pressure / Low Air Loss
Replacement Mattress System
USERMANUAL
Important:DonotoperatetheMattressSystem
without rst reading and understanding this manual!
Save this manual for future use.
The latest version of this manual can be found online
atwww.grahameld.com.
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CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION...................................................................................... 3
INTENDED USE OF THIS DEVICE ........................................................ 3
CONTRAINDICATION...................................................................... 3
IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS .................................................. 3
DANGER ................................................................................................. 4
WARNING ............................................................................................... 4
NOTICE ................................................................................................... 5
EQUIPMENT SYMBOLS ......................................................................... 6
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION ...................................................................... 6
INSTALLATION........................................................................................ 7
UNPACKING ........................................................................................... 7
PUMP AND MATTRESS INSTALLATION .............................................. 7
OPERATION ............................................................................................ 8
CONTROL PANEL FUNCTIONS ............................................................ 9
OPERATION.......................................................................................... 10
PRESSURE ADJUSTMENT ................................................................. 11
COMFORT RANGE SETUP........................................................... 11
ALTERNATING FUNCTION (CYCLE TIME) SETUP..................... 11
SEAT INFLATION FUNCTION ....................................................... 11
LOW PRESSURE AND ALARM FUNCTION ....................................... 12
QUICK DISCONNECT .......................................................................... 12
CPR FUNCTION.................................................................................... 12
MAINTENANCE..................................................................................... 13
CLEANING............................................................................................ 13
GENERAL MAINTENANCE.................................................................. 13
FUSE REPLACEMENT.................................................................. 14
AIR FILTER CLEANING / REPLACEMENT .................................. 14
STORAGE ............................................................................................. 15
TROUBLESHOOTING........................................................................... 16
SPECIFICATIONS.................................................................................. 17
LIMITED WARRANTY ........................................................................... 19
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INTRODUCTION
Use this manual for set-up and operation of the Alternating
Pressure / Low Air Loss Mattress System. Read all
instructions before using the mattress system. Save this
manual for future reference.
INTENDED USE OF THIS DEVICE
The AltaDyne XT / AltaDyne XD Alternating Pressure /
Low Air Loss Mattress System is an advanced alternating
pressure relief replacement system and low air loss system
suitable for the prevention and treatment of up to and
including stage 4 pressure ulcers.
Contraindication
WARNING: DO NOT use this product in the presence of
ammable anesthesia. There is a possible re hazard
when this product is used with certain oxygen delivery
equipment.
Use nasal cannula, face mask, or 1/2 length oxygen tent
to deliver oxygen in the presence of this product.
DO NOT use a full length oxygen tent that extends past
the top surface of the mattress with this product.
IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
The safety statements presented in this chapter refer
to the basic safety information that should be observed
by those using the Alternating Pressure / Low Air Loss
Mattress System. There are additional safety statements in
other chapters or sections, which may be the same as or
similar to the following, or specic to the operations.
DANGER: Indicates an imminent hazard situation that, if
not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING: Indicates a potential hazard situation or
unsafe practice that, if not avoided, could result in
death or serious injury.

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CAUTION: Indicates a potential hazard or unsafe
practice that, if not avoided, could result in minor or
moderate personal injury.
s NOTICE: Indicates a potential hazard or unsafe practice
that, if not avoided, could result in product or property
damage.
Info: Provides application recommendations or other useful
information to ensure that you get the most from your
product.
DANGER
To reduce the risk of electrocution:
DANGER: Always unplug this product immediately after
using.
DANGER: Do not use this product while bathing.
DANGER: Do not place or store this product where it
can fall or be pulled into a tub or sink.
DANGER: Do not place this product in or drop into
water or other liquid.
DANGER: Do not reach for a product that has fallen
into water. Unplug it immediately.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of burns, electrocution, re,
or personal injury:
WARNING: Do not leave this product unattended when
plugged in.
WARNING: Always use close supervision when this
product is used by, on, or near children or those who
require close supervision.
WARNING: Use this product only as intended and
described in this manual. Do not use attachments or
accessories not recommended by Graham-Field.

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WARNING: Never operate this product if
a) it has a damaged cord or plug,
b) it is not working properly,
c) it has been dropped or damaged, or
d) it has been dropped into water.
Return the product to your Graham-Field authorized
distributor.
WARNING: Keep the cord away from heated surfaces.
WARNING: Never block the air openings of this product
or place it on a soft surface, such as a bed or couch,
where the openings may be blocked. Keep the air
opening free of lint, hair, and other similar particles.
WARNING: Never drop or insert any object into any
opening or hose.
WARNING: Connect this product only to a properly
grounded power outlet.
WARNING: Maximum weight capacity for this product is:
AltaDyne XT (773400A): 400 lb (182 kg), EVENLY
DISTRIBUTED.
AltaDyne XD (774200A): 800 lb (364 kg), EVENLY
DISTRIBUTED.
WARNING: Notice for California Customers- California
Proposition 65 WARNING: This product contains a
chemical known to the State of California to cause
cancer and reproductive or developmental harm.
NOTICE
s NOTICE: The pump can be used only with the
accompanying mattress. Do not use it for any other
purpose.

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EQUIPMENT SYMBOLS
Attention! Consult accompanying documents (this manual)
“BF”symbol: Indicates that this product is in accordance with the
degree of protection against electric shock for type BF equipment
Class II equipment, 2 concentric squares, indicating double
insulation
IPXO This equipment has no protection against ingress of water
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
The AltaDyne XT / AltaDyne XD offers both low air loss and
alternating pressure therapy. The pressure and alternating
cycle time are adjustable, in order to maximize therapy
and comfort for each individual. The patented cell-in-cell
feature is designed to prevent bottoming out in the event
of a power failure. The easy-to-operate digital control unit
features a lock-out setting designed to prevent changes by
unauthorized personnel.
pump and mattress system
control
panel
air tube
connector
CPR valves
mattress
pump unit

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INSTALLATION
UNPACKING
1. Before unpacking, check for obvious damage to the
carton(s) or its contents. If damage is evident, please
notify the carrier and your Graham-Field authorized
distributor.
2. Remove all loose packing from the carton(s).
3. Carefully remove all components from the carton(s).
4. Inspect all components. If damage is evident, please
notify the carrier and your Graham-Field authorized
distributor.
PUMP AND MATTRESS INSTALLATION
1. Place the mattress on top of the
bed frame; ensure that the foot end
symbol faces up at foot end as shown
at right. Secure the mattress to the
bed by afxing the elastic straps to
the bottom bed frame.
2. Fold open the wire hangers on the back
of the pump as shown at right.
3. Either hang the pump on the bed's
foot end as shown at right, or place
the pump on a at surface easily
accessible to the user, caregiver,
and / or doctor.
s NOTICE: Place the device in a
position where the user, caregiver,
and / or doctor can access it easily.

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4. Connect the mattress-pump air hose
quick connector as shown at right;
ensure that the connector has clicked
securely into place before continuing.
s NOTICE: Ensure that the air hoses are
not kinked or tucked under the mattress.
WARNING: Locate all cords so that they will not be
stepped on, tripped over, or otherwise subjected to
damage or stress.
WARNING: Do not use a household extension cord if
the electrical cord does not reach the power outlet. Use
of an improper extension cord could result in re and
electric shock. If an extension cord must be used, use
a three conductor cord with ground, properly wired,
in good electrical condition, and keep it as short as
possible.
WARNING: Ensure that the local power voltage is
appropriate for the pump unit.
5. Plug the power cord into a properly grounded electrical
outlet.
OPERATION
WARNING: Always read operating instructions before
use.

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CONTROL PANEL FUNCTIONS
Control
Button Function Description
Power Turns on the control unit. It takes approximately 15
minutes to inate the mattress.
Alarm
Mute Enables and disables the audible alarm feature. Press it to silence the audible alarm. The alarm buzzer will sound
again after three minutes if the pressure has not yet
returned to normal.
Panel
Lock Locks the current setting to prevent others from changing it. To unlock the panel, press this button and
hold it for three seconds.
Low
Pressure
Indicator
1. No light: normal condition, mattress is operating
properly.
2. Non-ashing yellow light: pressure has not reached
the preset setting.
3. Flashing yellow light: low pressure.
AutoFirm For maximum ination of mattress. All other functions
are disabled until this button is pressed again. This mode
lasts for 20 minutes, then automatically returns to default
setting.
Static Selects non-alternating mode, similar to a regular air
mattress. To go back to alternating mode, press this
button again.
Seat
Ination Increases the body zone's pressure above the preset setting, ensuring adequate support for sitting position
and getting on or off the mattress. Disable this function
when the user is lying down, to prevent excessive
pressure at body zone.
Comfort
Range Adjusts the comfort level. Use + / - button to increase or decrease level (+ increases level; - decreases level). The
mattress has 6 comfort ranges: 1 is the softest, 6 is the
rmest. Please consult your physician for the appropriate
setting.
Cycle
Time Adjusts the cycle time. Use + / - button to increase or decrease cycle time to that desired. (+ increases cycle
time; - decreases cycle time). Please consult your
physician for the appropriate setting.
AltaDyne XT (773400A) cycles between 5, 10, 15, 20 min.
AltaDyne XD (774200A) cycles between 10, 15, 20, 25 min.

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OPERATION
Before turning power ON, ensure that air tube connectors
and CPR valves are securely fastened.
1. Turn the power switch, shown at
right, to the ON position.
2. Press the control panel Power
button to start the system.
3. Press the control panel AutoFirm
button to activate the AutoFirm
function.
Info: Use AutoFirm mode for the quickest inflation at set-up;
AutoFirm mode will last for 20 minutes, then automatically
return to the default setting.
4. The pump will begin delivering air into the mattress.
While the mattress is lling, the low pressure indicator
(non-ashing yellow LED) will illuminate.
5. When the selected pressure level is reached, the low
pressure indicator will de-illuminate.
6. Replace all sheets, blankets, and pillows on the bed.
7. The patient can now lie on the bed. The pressure
may now be adjusted to the physician-prescribed
setting using the control panel Comfort Range button.
The alternating function may now be adjusted to the
physician-prescribed setting using the control panel
Cycle Time button.
power
switch