INVACARE 780 Essential Care User Manual

INVACARE 780 Essential Care

Product Information

General Information

• Available in various sizes depending on the market
• Contact the Invacare distributor for more information
• Local requirements/certifications available upon request from the distributor

Product Details

Product	Width (mm)	Length (mm)	Height (mm)	Max User Weight (kg)	Product Weight (kg)
Essential Basic	880	2000; 2050	150	140	110; 140
Essential Care	780; 880	1780; 1950; 2000; 2050	120; 150	140	110; 140
Essential Visco	880	1950	120; 150	N/A	N/A
Essential Touch	830; 850; 880; 900; 1030; 1180	2000; 2050; 2200	150	N/A	150

Materials

• Foam Padding: Combustion-modified polyether-polyurethane foam
• Covering: Polyester fabric with polyurethane coating
• All components are latex-free

Product Usage Instructions

Safety Information
Ensure the mattress and top of the bed rail are at least 220 mm apart.

Preparation for Mattress Use

Maintenance

• Inspection:
  Regularly check the mattress components for any signs of damage or wear. Replace if necessary.
• Cleaning:
  Clean the mattress and cover according to local regulations using appropriate protective equipment.
• Changing the Cover:
  If needed, follow the instructions for changing the mattress cover.

After Use

• Storage:
  Store the mattress under the provided technical data.
• Overhaul:
  If required, perform maintenance or overhaul as necessary.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What are the available sizes for the Essential mattresses?

A: The Essential mattresses are available in various widths and lengths depending on the model. Please refer to the specifications section for detailed information.

Q: Are the mattress components latex-free?

A: Yes, all product components are latex-free for user safety and comfort.

Q: How should I clean the mattress cover?

A: Clean the cover according to local regulations using appropriate protective equipment to ensure hygiene and longevity of the product.

This manual MUST be given to the user of the product. BEFORE using this product, this manual MUST be read and saved for future reference.

Introduction

• This user manual contains important information about the handling of the product. To ensure safety when using the product, read the user manual carefully and follow the safety instructions.
• Only use this product if you have read and understood this manual. Seek additional advice from a healthcare professional who is familiar with your medical condition and clarify any questions regarding the correct use and necessary adjustment with the healthcare professional.
• Note that there may be sections in this document, which are not relevant to your product since this document applies to all available models (on the date of printing). If not otherwise stated, each section in this document refers to all models of the product.
• The models and configurations available in your country can be found in the country-specific sales documents.
• Invacare reserves the right to alter product specifications without further notice.
• Before reading this document, make sure you have the latest version. You find the latest version as a PDF on the Invacare website.
• Previous product versions may not be described in this manual’s current revision. If you require assistance, please contact Invacare.
• If you find that the font size in the printed document is difficult to read, you can download the PDF version from the website. The PDF can then be scaled on the screen to a font size that is more comfortable for you.
• For more information about the product, for example, product safety notices and product recalls, contact your Invacare distributor. See addresses at the end of this document.
• In case of a serious incident with the product, you should inform the manufacturer and the competent authority in your country.

Symbols in this Document
Symbols and signal words are used in this document and apply to hazards or unsafe practices that could result in personal injury or property damage. See the information below for definitions of the signal words.

• WARNING!
  Indicates a hazardous situation that could result in serious injury or death if it is not avoided.
• CAUTION!
  Indicates a hazardous situation that could result in minor or slight injury if it is not avoided.
• !. NOTICE!
  Indicates a hazardous situation that could result in damage to property if it is not avoided.
• Tips and Recommendations
  Gives useful tips, recommendations, and information for efficient, trouble-free use.

Other Symbols
(Not applicable for all manuals)

• Triman
  Indicates recycling and sorting rules (only relevant for France).
• UKRP
  UK Responsible Person. Indicates if a product is not manufactured in the UK.

Compliance

• Quality is fundamental to the company’s operation, working within the disciplines of ISO 13485.
• This product features the CE mark, in compliance with the Medical Device Regulation 2017/745 Class I.
• This product features the UKCA mark, in compliance with Part II UK MDR 2002 (as amended) Class I.
• We are continuously working towards ensuring that the company’s impact on the environment, locally and globally, is reduced to a minimum.
• We only use REACH-compliant materials and components.

Warranty Information

• We provide a manufacturer’s warranty for the product per our General Terms and Conditions of Business in the respective countries.
• Warranty claims can only be made through the provider from whom the product was obtained.

Limitation of Liability
Invacare accepts no liability for damage arising from:

• Non-compliance with the user manual
• Incorrect use
• Natural wear and tear
• Incorrect assembly or set-up by the purchaser or a third party
• Technical modifications
• Unauthorized modifications  and/or  use  of  unsuitable spare parts

Service Life
The expected service life of this product is five years when used daily and under the safety instructions, maintenance intervals, and correct use, stated in this manual. The effective service life can vary according to frequency and intensity of use.

Safety

Safety Information
Education, clinical judgment, and action-based planning based on vulnerability are fundamental factors in the prevention of pressure injuries.

A range of assessment scales can be used as a formal method of assessing risk from pressure injury development and should be used in conjunction with an informal assessment (informed nursing judgment). Informal assessment is considered to be of greater importance and clinical value.

WARNING!

Risk of Serious Injury or Damage
Improper use of this product may cause injury or damage.

• If you are unable to understand the warnings, cautions, or instructions, contact a healthcare professional or provider before attempting to use this equipment.
• Do not use this product or any available optional equipment without first completely reading and understanding these instructions and any additional instructional material such as a user manual, service manual, or instruction sheet supplied with this product or optional equipment.

WARNING!

Risk of Fire or Explosion!
Before reaching the bed, the cigarette can burn a hole through the product surface and cause damage to the device. Also, patient clothing, bed sheets, etc. may be combustible and cause a fire. Failure to observe this warning can result in a severe fire, or property damage and cause physical injury or death.

• Take special care in oxygen-rich environments.
• Do not smoke.

WARNING!

Risk of Developing Pressure Injuries
The device delivers effective pressure redistribution when the support surface is covered with a cotton, cotton combination or linen bed sheet, and any one of these is the only item deployed between the support surface and the user.

• Bed sheets must be loosely fitted, with creases smoothed out.
• Ensure that the support surface in contact with the user is kept free from crumbs and other food debris, and that drip cables, stents, and other foreign objects do not become entrapped between the support surface and the user.
• Heated-over blankets must only be used in consultation with a qualified healthcare professional, as an increase in temperature can increase the risk of developing pressure injuries.

CAUTION!

Risk of Injury
Non-original or wrong parts may affect the function and safety of the product.

• Only use original parts for the product in use.
• Due to regional differences, refer to your local Invacare catalog or website for available options or contact your Invacare distributor. See addresses at the end of this document.

CAUTION!
Risk of Injury or Damage to Property

• Mattress must be used with the cover at all times.

Safety Information for Transport

• Take care when handling the product to ensure no damage to the cover.
• It is recommended that two people lift/carry the product.
• Avoid contact with jewelry, nails, abrasive surfaces, etc.
• Do not drag the product.
• Avoid contact with walls, door frames, door catches or locks, etc.
• Do not transport in roll cages unless completely protected from the sharp edges of the cage.

Product Overview

Product Description

• The mattress offers pressure-reducing qualities, specific to the individual’s needs. By promoting even weight distribution, they reduce tissue pressure in potentially vulnerable areas.
• The mattress is zipped around 3 sides for ease of inspection and cleaning.
• The water-resistant cover provides a vapor-permeable, multi-stretch surface, to promote patient comfort and to maximize the effectiveness of the foam core.
• Essential Touch: Double-sided castellated foam allows the mattress to be turned or rotated inside the cover for increased product longevity.

Intended Use
This mattress is intended to deliver effective pressure redistribution to users. It is intended to be used in conjunction with an appropriately sized bed frame as part of an overall pressure injury prevention program of care.

Intended Users
Intended users are adults and adolescents with restricted or limited mobility and or activity in a hospital, long-term care, or home care setting.

Indications

• Essential Basic: Suitable for users who do not require therapy for pressure injury.
• Essential Care, Visco, Touch: Suitable for users ‘At Risk/ High Risk’ of developing pressure injury.

Symbols on the Product

Scope of Delivery

The following components are included within the scope of delivery:

A	Multi-stretch water-resistant polyurethane cover
B	Foam core
C	User Manual

Usage

Safety Information

WARNING!
Insufficient repositioning of the patient can lead to tissue compression and potential injury formation. To relieve pressure, it is very important for the patients to reposition themselves, or to be repositioned, regularly.

• Before using the product, always consult a qualified healthcare professional for clinical judgment.
• Monitor the patient frequently.

CAUTION!

• Make sure that the printed side of the mattress cover always faces upwards.
• Ensure that the distance between the surface of the mattress and the top of the side rail is at least 220 mm.

CAUTION!

Risk of damage to the mattress
If holes are present in the mattress cover, there is a risk that liquids may ingress and contamination may occur.

• Ensure that the mattress is not jammed or damaged by sharp edges.
• Do not place hypodermic needles, venflons,  scalpels, or other similarly sharp objects on or under the mattress.
• Do not use electrically heated blankets directly on or under the mattress.
• Ensure that all venflons are taped down correctly with no sharp edges exposed.
• When using bridging boards or other patient transfer aids, check for any sharp edges or burrs before use.
• When using the mattress on a profiling bed ensure that the knee break is used before the backrest.
• Attach medical equipment including infusion pumps and monitors to appropriate bed accessories.
• Avoid cigarette burns and pet claws puncturing the mattress cover.

Preparing the Product for Use

CAUTION!
Risk of Injury or Damage to Property

• Before use, check the product for any defects.
• Do not use a defective product.

1. Remove all packaging before use.
2. Place the mattress directly on the mattress support of the bed or place the mattress overlay on the existing mattress.
   • Compress-rolled products must be left to recover before use.
   • Follow the instructions on the packaging inlay.
   • Products that are delivered flat-packed can be used immediately.

Maintenance

Inspection
Check product (foam and cover) for strike-through (this may include fluid ingress, stains, rips or damage) after the use of each patient and on a minimum monthly basis (depending on which occurs first) by a suitably qualified and competent person.

Check overlays

1. Unzip the cover completely.
2. Check for any staining on the white underside of the cover.
3. Check for any staining on the interior foam.
4. Replace any damaged cover or stained foam and dispose of as per local authority procedure.

Cleaning and Disinfection

General Safety Information

CAUTION!
Risk of Contamination

• Take precautions for yourself and use appropriate protective equipment.

NOTICE!
Wrong fluids or methods can harm or damage the product.

• All cleaning agents and disinfectants used must be effective, and compatible with one another and must protect the materials they are used to clean.
• Never use corrosive fluids (alkalines, acid, etc.) or abrasive cleaning agents. We recommend an ordinary household cleaning agent such as dishwashing liquid, if not specified otherwise in the cleaning instructions.
• Never use a solvent (cellulose thinner, acetone, etc.) that changes the structure of the plastic or dissolves the attached labels.
• Always make sure that the product is completely dried before being used again.

For cleaning and disinfection in clinical or long-term care environments, follow your in-house procedures.

Cleaning Intervals

NOTICE!
Regular cleaning and disinfection enhance smooth operation, increase the service life, and prevent contamination.

Clean and disinfect the product

• Regularly while it is in use,
• Before and after any service procedure,
• When it has been in contact with any body fluids,
• Before using it for a new user.

NOTICE!

• Keep a cleaning record as part of cleaning the system.

Cleaning Instructions

Cleaning Covers
(Removal of contaminants such as dust and organic matter)

• Remove the cover for laundering.
• Launder the cover at maximum temperature as stated on the product label, using a diluted detergent solution (Instructions on label).

NOTICE!
Washing at higher temperatures will cause shrinkage.

Drying Covers

• Hang cover from a line or bar and drip dry in a clean indoor environment or;
• Tumble dry at a low temperature.

NOTICE!

• Tumble dry setting must not exceed 40 °C.
• Do not tumble dry for longer than 10 minutes.
• Dry thoroughly before use.

Disinfection Instructions

NOTICE!

• Only use disinfectants and methods approved by your local infection control institution and follow your local infection control policy.
• Follow your local decontamination protocols.

Disinfecting Covers

(Reducing the number of microorganisms)

NOTICE!
Failure in the disinfection process may result in the accumulation of reagents that could damage the polyurethane coating, react with the bed frame, or negate the biocompatibility results.

• Ensure that all cleaning agents, and disinfectants, are thoroughly rinsed off.
• Dry thoroughly before use.

1. Wipe down the cover with a suitable detergent.
2. Rinse the cover thoroughly with clean water using a single-use nonabrasive cloth.
3. Dry the cover thoroughly.

NOTICE!

Heavy Soilage
Where the mattress is badly soiled, we recommend cleaning with a dilute cleaning solution at maximum temperature in the washing machine (see product label).

• Clean up all spillages of bodily fluids e.g., blood, urine, feces, sputum, wound exudate, and all other bodily secretions as soon as possible using a suitable detergent.
• Large spillages of blood should be absorbed and removed with paper towels first.

WARNING!

• In the event of contamination, contact your hygiene specialist.
• Remove contaminated foams from use.

Replacing Cover

1. Unzip the cover and remove it carefully from the foam core.
2. Place the new cover onto the foam core.
3. Close zipper.

NOTICE!

• Ensure that the corners of the foam core are positioned correctly into the corners of the cover.
• Ensure that the castellated foam is facing upwards when inserted into its cover.

WARNING!

• In the event of contamination, contact your hygiene specialist.
• Remove contaminated foams from use.

After Use

Storage

NOTICE!

• Store the device in a dry environment.
• Store the device within a protective cover.
• Carefully roll up the device and store it on a clean, dry (off-floor) surface with no sharp edges to prevent possible damage.
• Never store other items on top of a device.
• Do not store devices next to radiators or other heating devices.
• Protect the device from direct sunlight.

Reconditioning
This product is suitable for reuse. To recondition the product for a new user, carry out the following actions:

• Inspection according to the service plan
• Cleaning and disinfection
• For detailed information, see 5 Maintenance, 5.
• Make sure that the user manual is handed over with the product.
• If any damage or malfunction is detected, do not reuse the product.

Disposal
Be environmentally responsible and recycle this product through your recycling facility at its end of life.

• Disassemble the product and its components, so the different materials can be separated and recycled individually.
• The disposal and recycling of used products and packaging must comply with the laws and regulations for waste handling in each country. Contact your local waste management company for information.

Technical Data

General Data
The mattresses are available in various sizes, depending on the market. Contact your Invacare distributor for detailed information. Local requirements/certifications are available upon request from the Invacare distributor.

Dimensions

Product	Dimensions [mm]
	Width	Length	Height
Essential Basic	880	2000, 2050	150
Essential Care	780, 880	1780, 1950, 2000, 2050	120, 150
Essential Visco	880	1950	120, 150
Essential Touch	830, 850, 880, 900, 1030, 1180	2000, 2050, 2200	150

Weights

Product	Maximum user Weight [kg]	Weight of Product [kg]
Essential Basic	150	11 – 12
Essential Care	120, 150	08 – 11
Essential Visco	110, 140	10 – 12
Essential Touch	150	10 – 15

Materials

Foam	Combustion-modified polyether polyurethane foam
Cover	Polyurethane-coated polyester fabric

All product components do not contain natural rubber latex.

Contact Information

United Kingdom & Ireland:

• Invacare Limited Pencoed Technology Park, Pencoed Bridgend CF35 5AQ
• Tel: (44) (0) 1656 776 200
• uk@invacare.com
• www.invacare.co.uk

Danmark:

• Invacare A/S Sdr. Ringvej 37 DK-2605 Brøndby
• Tel: (45) (0)36 90 00 00
• Fax: (45) (0)36 90 00 01
• denmark@invacare.com
• www.invacare.dk

Deutschland:

• Invacare GmbH Am Achener Hof 8 D-88316 Isny
• Tel: (49) (0)7562 700 0
• kontakt@invacare.com
• www.invacare.de

Italia:

• Invacare Mecc San s.r.l., Via Marco Corner, 19 I-36016 Thiene (VI)
• Tel: (39) 0445 38 00 59
• servizioclienti@invacare.com
• www.invacare.it

Nederland:

• Invacare BV Galvanistraat 14-3 NL-6716 AE Ede
• Tel: (31) (0)318 695 757
• nederland@invacare.com
• www.invacare.nl.

1. Invacare UK Operations Limited   Unit 4, Pencoed Technology Park, Pencoed Bridgend CF35 5AQ UK.
2. Invacare Portugal, Lda   Rua Estrada Velha 949 4465-784 Leça do Balio Portugal.

Documents / Resources

INVACARE 780 Essential Care [pdf] User Manual 780, 880, 830, 850, 900, 1030, 1180, 780 Essential Care, 780, Essential Care, Care

References

• | Invacare AT
• | Invacare CH
• | Invacare GB
• | Invacare DE
• | Invacare DK
• | Invacare ES
• | Invacare IT
• | Invacare NL
• | Invacare PT
• | Invacare SE
• User Manual