KAP Medical K-3 ELITE Operating Instructions Manual

Digital true low air loss system with pulsating wave therapy

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

K-3 & K-4 ELITE & OEM SERIES

K-3 ELITE ~ AIRE-ZONE™

DIGITAL TRUE LOW AIR LOSS SYSTEM WITH PULSATING WAVE THERAPY

K-3oem ~ EZ-AIRE™

TRUE LOW AIR LOSS SYSTEM WITH PULSATING WAVE THERAPY

K-4 ELITE ~ D

X™

DIGITAL ALTERNATING TRUE LOW AIR LOSS SYSTEM

K-4oem ~ AIRE-FLOAT™

ALTERNATING TRUE LOW AIR LOSS SYSTEM

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Page 1 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS K-3 & K-4 ELITE & OEM SERIES K-3 ELITE ~ AIRE-ZONE™ DIGITAL TRUE LOW AIR LOSS SYSTEM WITH PULSATING WAVE THERAPY K-3oem ~ EZ-AIRE™ TRUE LOW AIR LOSS SYSTEM WITH PULSATING WAVE THERAPY K-4 ELITE ~ D X™...
Page 2 K-3 & K-4 Series Owner’s Manual A FDA registered company. Products are FDA listed. 1395 Pico Street Corona, CA 92881 951 340 4360 FAX 340 4361 Customer Service: 1-866-KAP-MED 1 (866 527 6331) Technical Support & Service: 1-951-340-4360 Email: sales@kapmedical.com, service@kapmedical.com www.kapmedical.com FDA Registered Company California FDA Registered Company...
Page 3: Table Of Contents
K-3 & K-4 Series Owner’s Manual TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE Danger, Caution and Warning Manufacturer’s Liability Contraindications Technical Specifications Safety Agency Approvals Safety Instructions Bed Rail Entrapment Risk Notification Unit Overview Explanation of Symbols Used Mattress Overview Unpacking the System Mattress System Set-Up Operating Instructions CPR Function...
Page 4: Danger, Caution And Warning
Do not use the control unit in the presence of flammable anesthetics or in the proximity of an oxygen tent. There is no known risk of adverse effects on the KAP Medical control unit/pump caused by other electromagnetic devices, present at the time of treatment, or vice-versa.
Page 5: Manufacturer's Liability
MEDICAL’S liability exceed the purchase price paid by the customer for the product. Under no circumstances shall KAP MEDICAL be liable for any loss, direct, indirect, incidental, or special damages arising out of or in connection with the use of this product.
Page 6: Technical Specifications
K-3 & K-4 Series Owner’s Manual TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Electrical Specifications: Note: The control unit Power Inlet is used as the means of isolating the equipment from the supply mains on all poles simultaneously. U.S. / INTL. Input Voltage AC: 90 ~ 240 VAC Input Frequency: 60 / 50 Hz Maximum Power Consumption: 180 W ±...
Page 7 K-3 & K-4 Series Owner’s Manual Mechanical Specifications: Control Unit (A) (continued): Air Filter Charcoal Air Filter PLEASE CLEAN FILTER EVERY 3 MONTHS OR WHENEVER DIRTY. Remove 2 thumb screws and separate filter foam from filter cover. Wash filter foam using soap and water. Dry and replace filter and filter cover on the unit and fasten screws.
Page 8: Safety Agency Approvals
TB129, 1632 & 1633 compliant. FDA Registration: FDA registered company as a manufacturer and as a contract manufacturer. KAP MEDICAL’S quality system meets the requirements of: FDA 21 CFR, PART 820- QSR-Current Good Manufacturing Practices (CGMP) for medical devices.
Page 9: Safety Instructions
K-3 & K-4 Series Owner’s Manual SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Before operating your K-3 / K-4 series control unit, be certain the AC power available at your location matches the power requirements printed on the product identification label on the back of the unit. •...
Page 10: Bed Rail Entrapment Risk Notification
K-3 & K-4 Series Owner’s Manual BED RAIL ENTRAPMENT RISK NOTIFICATION NOTICE TO PATIENT, PATIENT’S FAMILY AND/OR PRIMARY DAY-TO-DAY CAREGIVER DO NOT use this product without first completely reading and understanding this Bed Rail Entrapment Risk Notification and any additional instructional material such as owner’s manual, instruction sheets and on-product warnings supplied with this product.
Page 11 The above statements are not intended to be a complete or comprehensive list of all risks of entrapment. KAP Medical recommends that whenever bed products are used that the patient, the patient’s family and/or the patient’s primary day-to- day caregiver discuss entrapment risks with the patient’s medical care provider.
Page 12: Unit Overview
K-3 & K-4 Series Owner’s Manual UNIT OVERVIEW {Figure 1, Page 15} These Air Therapy Systems are designed to provide continuous air therapy support at required patient comfort levels and are used to inflate an overlay mattress or replacement mattress system. The Thermoplastic 94V-0 fire retardant enclosure houses a blower, main PCB, display panel, a short circuit /over voltage protection with dual fuses, a quick connection and disconnection (CPR deflation) coupling connector (R) with ½”...
Page 13 K-3 & K-4 Series Owner’s Manual Unit Display Labels: Refer to the “Explanation of Symbols Used” chart on page 13 for a cross reference of Display Key descriptions. K-3 AIRE-ZONE™ ™ ™ K-3oem EZ-AIRE™ K-4 D X™ K-4oem AIRE-FLOAT™ Page 12...
Page 14: Explanation Of Symbols Used
K-3 & K-4 Series Owner’s Manual EXPLANATION OF SYMBOLS USED ON THIS DEVICE Not all features included with each model. FUNCTION SYMBOL EXPLANATION Turns unit On / Off. POWER (SB) Green = On Amber = Standby SOFT / FIRM (K) Up or Down key adjusts patient comfort pressure levels.
Page 15 K-3 & K-4 Series Owner’s Manual EXPLANATION OF SYMBOLS USED ON THIS DEVICE (CONTINUED) Not all features included with each model. SYMBOL EXPLANATION No Sharp Objects Low Heat Setting Do Not Dry Clean Do Not Bleach No Open Flames Normal Cycle Do Not Iron Latex-Free Bolstered Mattress...
Page 16: Mattress Overview
K-3 & K-4 Series Owner’s Manual MATTRESS OVERVIEW (Support Surface) {Figure 1, (B), Page 15} Self-contained mattress replacement system/ mattress overlay system (B) with easily detachable components for cleaning. Flame retardant, water repellant, mildew resistant, low friction and low shear, 5” or 8”...
Page 17: Unpacking The System
K-3 & K-4 Series Owner’s Manual Mattress Weight Capacity: NOTE : See bed frame manufacturer’s manual for bed frame weight rating. K-3 & K-4 SERIES systems are used for patients who weigh between 35 lbs. and 1000 lbs. (15 Kg. and 455 Kg.) Replacement Mattress Standard System: 36”...
Page 18: Mattress System Set-Up
Note: Make sure that the hose end of the mattress is towards the foot of the bed. Note: When installing the KAP Medical mattress system, do not exceed the manufacturers rated weight of the mattress or the bed frame. See the bed manufacturer’s manual for bed frame weight rating.
Page 19: Operating Instructions
INITIAL POWER UP • (K-3 ELITE, K-4 ELITE) During initial power up when power cord (Q) is plugged into the power source (X), the control unit will display “KAP MEDICAL, LOW AIR LOSS SYSTEM” on K-3 system and “KAP MEDICAL, ALTERNATING LOW AIR LOSS SYSTEM”...
Page 20 K-3 & K-4 Series Owner’s Manual PATIENT COMFORT CONTROL LEVEL (K) • The system is designed for patients weighing between 35 ~ 1000 lbs. (15 Kg. ~ 455 Kg.). By pressing the Comfort Control Keys (K) towards the SOFT position (down arrow) reduces the pressure setting, and the FIRM position (up arrow) increases the pressure.
Page 21 • The Mode key is used to cycle between therapy modes in K-4 Elite, K-3 Elite and K-4 oem models. In addition to cycling between therapy modes, in K-4 Elite and K-3 Elite models the Mode key is used to configure the Patient Set-Up function.
Page 22 • (K-3 Elite and K-4 Elite models) This mode is selected by pressing the (M) Mode key until the Fowler mode is selected if the patient is in upright mode / fowler position (when the bed frame is articulated to fowler position of 35° or greater). In upright mode the unit will maintain 80% more pressure than the set pressure (up to max to 32 ±...
Page 23 In the event of hose disconnection or other problem that causes major air leakage, the Micro-controller will activate an audio/visual signal to alert the caregiver by flashing “LOW PRESSURE” on the digital display (K-3 Elite and K-4 Elite models) or flashing the amber “LOW PRESSURE” LED (K-3oem and K-4oem models) and turning on the buzzer. Once the low-pressure problem is fixed, the audio/visual signal will cease and the unit will resume its operating set mode.
Page 24 K-3 & K-4 Series Owner’s Manual HEEL ZONE REGULATOR (UNIVERSAL AND EXPANDABLE MATTRESSES) Heel Zone Pressure can be adjusted independently from the rest of the mattress zones, if desired. The Heel zone, which has four air cells, can be adjusted to four different pressure settings. To set the required pressure in the Heel Zone, turn the Heel Knob to the desired position.
Page 25 K-3 & K-4 Series Owner’s Manual EXPANDABLE MATTRESS (XM) Mattress has ability to expand in width (36”, 39”, 42” and 48”) and in length (80”, 84” and 88”) by using the mattress expansion regulator valves. The Expandable Mattress (XM) has two (2), four (4) position valves; one located in the right and the other in the left side, foot end of the mattress.
Page 26: Cpr Function
K-3 & K-4 Series Owner’s Manual CPR FUNCTION {Figure 1, Page 15} Mattress Deflate Bolsters Deflate Air Pad Deflate Air Mattress. a. To deflate the mattress for a CPR procedure, pull the hose (V) from the control unit connector (press connector latches in OEM series then pull connector).
Page 27 K-3 & K-4 Series Owner’s Manual Universal Mattress (UM) a. To deflate the Universal Mattress (UM) for CPR procedure, set the valve selector to position #4, pull the hose (V) from the control unit connector and disconnect the air pad plug labeled “deflate” located at the foot end of the mattress.
Page 28: Patient Transportation
K-3 & K-4 Series Owner’s Manual PATIENT TRANSPORTATION Air Mattress. a. To transport a patient without removing the patient off the bed, turn off the control unit, disconnect the power cord from the power source and roll it up on the control unit securely. b.
Page 29: Cleaning Procedure
K-3 & K-4 Series Owner’s Manual CLEANING PROCEDURE WARNING: Before attempting to clean the control unit, turn off and disconnect the power cord from the power source. WARNING: DO NOT HEAT, STEAM AUTOCLAVE, OR IMMERSE THE CONTROL UNIT IN LIQUIDS Control Unit: Wear eye goggles and protective gloves before starting the cleaning procedure.
Page 30: Care And Storage
K-3 & K-4 Series Owner’s Manual 3. Using a damp cloth, wipe down the air cushions and the mattress base. Once the air cushions and the base are clean, wipe them down with a dry cloth. 4. Air cushions should be washed periodically; top sheet will require more frequent washing. Set wash cycle to “heavy load”...
Page 31: Troubleshooting Guide
K-136TS39, K-136TS42, K-136TS48, K-136TS54, and K-136TS60: Bariatric size quilted breathable top sheets. Call factory for additional accessories. Note: To place an order or for questions regarding KAP Medical’s Therapy Systems and its warranties, please call KAP MEDICAL customer service at 951 340 4360 Email: sales@kapmedical.com or service@kapmedical.com...
Page 32: Control Unit Calibration And Settings
K-3 & K-4 Series Owner’s Manual CONTROL UNIT CALIBRATION AND SETTINGS K-3 ELITE & K-3 OEM SERIES K-3 ELITE K-3oem Calibration • Press and hold “Alarm Silence”, “Soft” & “Firm” • Press and hold “Alarm Silence”, “Mode” & “Lock” (Control Unit must be keys until unit beeps.
Page 33: Warranty Information
WARRANTY KAP MEDICAL warranties the control unit and the mattress for a period of ONE (1) year from the original date of purchase. KAP MEDICAL warrants the Foam Aire Mattress for a period of ONE (1) year from the original date of purchase. The Foam Aire mattress will be repaired or replaced if the measurement of compression is beyond 25% of the mattress thickness.
Page 34 K-3 & K-4 Series Owner’s Manual NOTES: Unit S/N: __________________________________ Mattress S/N: _______________________________ Auto Fowler S/N: ____________________________ Page 33...
Page 35 DIGITAL TRUE LOW AIR LOSS SYSTEM WITH PULSATION THERAPY THIS DOCUMENT IS FOR QUICK REFERENCE ONLY. PLEASE READ THE MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING THE K-3 ELITE SYSTEM Note: Before using the KAP MEDICAL Mattress or Overlay System, please remove current mattress, mattress replacement systems or overlay systems from the bed.
Page 36 TRUE LOW AIR LOSS SYSTEM WITH PULSATION THERAPY THIS DOCUMENT IS FOR QUICK REFERENCE ONLY. PLEASE READ THE MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING THE K-3oem SYSTEM. Note: Before using the KAP MEDICAL Mattress or Overlay System, please remove current mattress, mattress replacement systems or overlay systems from the bed.
Page 37: Quick Reference Guides
Plug the hospital grade power cord provided with the unit into a three-pronged hospital socket. The display will read “KAP MEDICAL STAND BY”. Press POWER key (SB) to green light position and then press MAX Inflate (W). The blower will come on and quickly inflate the mattress.
Page 38 ALTERNATING TRUE LOW AIR LOSS SYSTEM THIS DOCUMENT IS FOR QUICK REFERENCE ONLY. PLEASE READ THE MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING THE K-4oem SYSTEM. Note: Before using the KAP MEDICAL Mattress or Overlay System, please remove current mattress, mattress replacement systems or overlay systems from the bed.

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