PETERMANN Alpha Non Slip Cushion Instruction Manual

: June 9, 2024
: PETERMANN

PETERMANN Alpha Non Slip Cushion

PETERMANN Alpha Non Slip Cushion

General Information

Thank you for choosing a Petermann product.

Please read the user manual carefully before using the product for the

first time!

The current understanding in modern occupational health and safety is that people in nursing professions experience significant work-related physical strain. Back injuries are common. There are many situations in which a patient has to be transferred from a bed, a wheeled stretcher, ambulance stretcher, an X-Ray table or a wheelchair to a different stretcher or seat. The strain on the user and the patient / care-dependent can be reduced significantly through the use of raising aids.
The use of transfer aids should be conditional upon the user having learned to use the equipment properly. The user has to decide for themselves what equipment is suitable to the patient’s situation and the intended sequence of movements.
Non Slip Cushions are part of a product line which is used specifically to assist with positioning of patients in
hospitals and other health care facilities, as well as in home care.
The product may only be used for the specified purposes and conditions.
The information in this user manual is for the patient as well as for the use.
Contact us if you require additional information or assistance using the Petermann product.

Product versions

Item no.: PM-8050 Non Slip Cushion

Accessories

No accessories are available for this device.

Scope of delivery

Non-Slip-Cushion User manu

Storage, transpor

Store/transport at -5°C – 40°C
Other: protect from sunlight

Service life / lifecycle

If the product is used in accordance with the safety instructions, then the expected product service life is five years. However, the effective service life may vary depending on the frequency and intensity of use and the number of cleaning and disinfection cycles.
Perform regular function checks on the product and be sure to observe the safety information (see item 2).

Safety information

WARNING indicates a potential danger which could lead to personal injury or material damage.

It is the responsibility of the organisation / the user to determine, on the basis of the circumstances (weight / health condition of the patient) and the capabilities of the user, whether several users may be required for the transfer and/or whether additional safety measures are required.
Defective products may no longer be used.
Any use of the non-slip cushion other than the intended use is prohibited!
Ensure that the transfers are performed by the users in a back-friendly manner.
Weight limits must be observed (200 kg).
Don’t use any pointy objects in combination with the non-slip cushion, since this could result in damage to the product.
Positioning aids are subject to a natural ageing process. Inspect the equipment regularly to ensure proper functionality.
The use of non-standard cleaning agents or bleaching agents, alcohols, fabric softeners or other chemical laundry additives may lead to permanent deterioration of the non-slip-cushion properties.

Symbols used

| Wipe off| | max. load capacity see item 6
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| Do not bleach| | Manufacturer
| Do not tumble| | Batch no. / lot no.
| Do not iron| | Identification code
| Do not dry clean| | Conformity mark
| Warning| | Item number
| Observe the user manual| | Medical device label

Function check

Positioning aids are also subject to a natural ageing process. Inspect the equipment regularly and carefully, in particular before each use. Ensure that the product is in sound condition and that the material is not damaged. The rough surface of the anti-slip material prevents slipping. Check these properties – ideally in comparison to a new product.

Defective products may no longer be used!

Using the product

Indication and further use

Due to the wide range of possible applications, the indications cannot be tied to a specific clinical picture, since positioning are suitable for all applications involving people requiring support in good seated positions. The NonSlip Cushion reduces extension at the hip level and thus has a physiological anti sliding effect.

This product may be reused.

Before reusing the product, be sure to perform a thorough function check (see item 2.2) as well as cleaning or disinfection of the product. (see item 5)

Contraindications

Contraindications cannot be tied to a specific clinical picture. Under consideration of the safety information (see item 2), the product may not be used if the patient has any of the following conditions:

Diagnoses for which “sitting” isn’t possible
Fractures in the pelvic region
Pain in the pelvic region

Application risks

When placing the Non-Slip Cushion, the specifics of the clinical picture must be determined and taken into consideration → risk of worsening of the clinical picture
The patient slides down despite positioning aid → positioning is not retained

Areas of application

The product can be used in home care and other health care facilities as well as hospitals.

Application illustration

Safety information

Application

The Non-Slip Cushion reduces the likelihood that a patient who is sitting in bed will slide down. It is positioned underneath the patient’s thigh.
Sitting is an important step in patient mobilisation. A good sitting position aids all prophylaxes and patient participation.

Visit our website at www.pm-med.de or watch our comprehensive product videos on our YouTube channel.

Approved accessories, combination with other products

Petermann Non Slip Cushions are part of a comprehensive aid product range, which are effective and backfriendly for the user and comfortable and supportive for the patients. Additional Petermann products may be used according to the situation and clinical picture. Ask our experts. We are happy to help you!

Product marking / CE

The Petermann Non Slip Cushion is a Class I Medical Device and meets the EU- Regulation 2017/745 of the
European Parliament and Council dated 05.04.2017 for medical devices, also called MDR.
Petermann GmbH is certified in accordance with DIN EN ISO 13485 by TÜV Süd, Medical Devices – Quality management systems applicable to the design and development, production and distribution of aids for people of limited mobility.

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Cleaning, care and disinfection

All Petermann repositioning and transfer aids can be wet cleaned. Use warm water and a mild cleaning agent. If applicable, wipe the product off with a moist cloth and then let it dry thoroughly. Don’t use any scouring or bleaching agents or any sharp-edged objects for cleaning.

When necessary, we recommend wipe disinfection with the product Trionic® (DGHM/VAH approval, further information upon request). As alternatives to our proven disinfectant Trionic®, we can also recommend the following disinfectants for wipe disinfection:

Mikrobac® Tissues*
Mikrobac® forte*
Bacillol® 30 Foam
Bacillol® 30 Tissues

When using products marked with an *, wipe down again using a water-soaked cloth after disinfection has been completed, in order to remove residues and prevent build-up. For wipe disinfection, please be sure to always follow the instructions provided by the manufacturer.
Always follow the care instructions on the label of every product as well as the information in the respective user manual.

Technical Data

Item no.	Material	Colour	Load-bearing capacity
PM-8050	Polyethylen, latex free	blue	200 kg
Item no.	Description	Dimensions in mm	Weight
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PM-8050	Non Slip Cushion	400 x 500 x 80	285 g

The manufacturing of our products is subject to highest quality standards. Due to usual manufacturing variations published dimensions and further information concerning the condition of the product are defined as target production specifications. Deviations which might occur are monitored by professional quality management procedures and do not represent a reduction in performance of the respective product.

Warranty

The company Petermann warrants that the product is free from defects in material and workmanship.
The warranty period is 3 years. It does not cover defects attributable to abrasion, normal wear, improper use or improper cleaning.
The company Petermann is not liable for accidental or consequential injury or material damage.

Disposal information

There are no specific disposal regulations for non-slip-cushions, they can be disposed of in accordance with applicable national and local regulations.

Petermann GmbH
Waldweg 3
D-91601 Dombühl
Phone: +49 (0) 9868-9339-0
Email: petermann@pm-med.de PETERMANN
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