Introduction; About This Manual; Intended Use; About The Flowtron Acs900 System - arjo Flowtron ACS900 Notice D'utilisation

1. Introduction

About this Manual

Intended Use The intended use of this product is to help prevent
About the Flowtron
ACS900 System
This manual is your introduction to the Flowtron
ACS900 system.
You must read and fully understand this manual
before using the system.
Use this manual to initially set up the system, and
keep it as a reference for day-to-day routines and as
a guide to maintenance.
If you have any difficulties in setting-up or using the
Flowtron ACS900 system, contact your local Arjo
sales office, listed at the end of this manual.
Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT). The garments are
single patient use - do not re-use. It is not for use
in the home healthcare environment.
The Flowtron ACS900 system should be used as
part of a prescribed plan of care (refer to "Indications"
on page 3).
The application of external pneumatic compression
has two effects:
• Augments venous blood flow velocity, thereby
reducing stasis.
• Enhances fibrinolytic activity to reduce the risk of
early clot formation.
The system is comprised of a pump that can be used
in conjunction with an extensive range of Arjo
inflatable uniform (DVT), sequential (Tri Pulse) and
foot garments. Refer to "Accessories" on page 28 for
a complete list of the calf, calf & thigh and foot
garments which can be used with the Flowtron
ACS900 pump.
The pump automatically adjusts to the correct
therapy profile depending upon which garment type
is connected.
The tubeset is integral to the system and cannot be
disconnected from the pump.
The mains power supply is the primary power source
for the pump. The pump incorporates an internal
battery, which is a secondary power source to back
up the pump in the event of failure of or disconnection
from (accidental or deliberate) the mains power
supply.
The Flowtron ACS900 system is intended for use
ONLY in professional healthcare facilities. It is
not intended for use in the home healthcare
environment (for example private dwellings).
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