arjo Alpha Active 3 Manuel D'utilisation page 6

Precautions
For your own safety and the safety of the equipment, always take the following precautions:
• Placing extra layers between the patient and the mattress potentially reduces the benefits
provided by the mattress and should be avoided or kept to a minimum. As part of sensible
pressure area care, it is advisable to avoid wearing clothing which may cause areas of
localised high pressure due to creases, seams, etc. Placing objects in pockets should be
avoided for the same reason.
• Do not expose the system, especially the mattress, to naked flames, such as cigarettes, etc.
• In the event of a fire, a leak in the seat or mattress could propagate the fire.
• Do not store the system in direct sunlight.
• Do not use phenol-based solutions to clean the system.
• Make sure the system is clean and dry prior to use or storage.
• Never use sharp objects or electrically heated under blankets on or under the system.
• Store the pump and mattress in the protective bags supplied.
• Pets and children must be supervised in the vicinity of the system.
• When the pump is in use the operator should remain in area in case the system alarms.
Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)
This product complies with the requirements of applicable EMC Standards. Medical electrical
equipment needs special precautions regarding EMC and needs to be installed in accordance with
the following instructions:
• The use of accessories not specified by the manufacturer may result in increased emissions
by, or decreased immunity of, the equipment, affecting its performance.
• Portable and mobile radio frequency (RF) communications equipment (e.g. mobile/cell
phones) can affect medical electrical equipment.
• If this equipment needs to be used adjacent to other electrical equipment, normal operation
must be checked before use.
• For detailed EMC information contact Arjo service personnel.
Environmental Protection
Incorrect disposal of this equipment and its component parts, particularly batteries or other
electrical components, may produce substances that are hazardous to the environment. To
minimise these hazards, contact Arjo for information on correct disposal.
Expected Service Life
The Alpha Active pump has an expected service life of seven years. To maintain the condition
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of the pump, have the pump serviced regularly according to the schedule recommended by Arjo.
Do NOT use unapproved accessories or attempt to modify, disassemble or otherwise misuse the
Alpha Active 3 system. Failure to observe this caution could result in injury, or in extreme cases,
death.
End of Life Disposal
• Fabric material used on the mattresses or any other textiles, polymers or plastic materials etc.
should be sorted as combustible waste.
• Mattresses at the end of life should be disposed of as waste according to the national or local
requirements which may be landfill or combustion.
• Pump units have electrical and electronic components should be disassembled and recycled
per Waste of Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) or in accordance with local or
national regulation.
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