User Manual

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CONTRAINDICATIONS

The use of the Hemo-Force Lite is NOT RECOMMENDED in the following conditions:

1. Severe congestive cardiac failure

2. Severe arteriosclerosis, thrombophlebitis or other ischemic vascular disease

3. Extreme deformity of the limbs

4. Known or suspected deep vein thrombosis

5. Known or suspected pulmonary embolism

6. Any local condition in which the sleeve would interfere: i.e.

a. Gangrene

b. Dermatitis

c. Untreated or infected wounds

d. Recent skin grafts

WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS

1. Keep the pump and sleeve away from sources of liquid and open ﬂames.

2. Keep the pump and sleeve away from sharp objects.

3. If pain, irritation, numbness, swelling, or redness occurs discontinue use and

contact a healthcare professional.

4. The Pump should always be used in conjunction with hospital policy.

5. The Pump should only be repaired by an authorized professional.

6. Do not drop the control unit or store it in direct sunlight or extreme cold conditions.

7. Do not use the system in the presence of any ﬂammable gases

(such as Anaesthetic Agents).

8. Connect the Master Control unit to an adequate power source.

9. No modiﬁcation of this equipment is allowed.

10. Power cable & pump shall be placed at the foot-side of the patient to prevent

any risk of strangulation due to cable.

11. Federal (U.S.A.) law restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a physician.

12. This device can be used in home healthcare and professional healthcare environment.

13. This device should not be used adjacent to or stacked with other equipment.

14. Medical electrical equipment needs special precautions regarding EMC and

needs to be installed according to the EMC information provided.

15. Please ensure the pump is used with stable power or in connection with UPS

(Uninterruptible Power Supply).

CAUTIONS

Do not use the Hemo-Force Lite where increased venous or lymphatic return is

not desired. The Hemo-Force Lite Intermittent Compression System could be

contraindicated and should not be used by persons with known or suspected

deep vein thrombosis, pulmonary oedema, congestive heart failure, severe

arteriosclerosis, thrombophlebitis, or active infection. Do not use on persons with

painful and sensitive extremities, where the sleeve will interfere with gangrenous

limbs, on persons with vein ligation or recent skin grafts, or extreme deformity of

the leg.

NOTE: If you are unsure of any contraindications please refer to the

patient’s physician before using the Hemo-Force Lite Intermittent

Pneumatic Compression System.