bands. 26000 SERIAL NO. See User Manual for more information on your This product is manuf ufactured for Senior Technologies echnologies, Inc. by PATENT PENDING TABS is a division of Senior Technologies, Inc. For Customer Service, call 800-824-2996. DOC-04-25006-AA Installation Instructions TABS Sidekicks pressure pads 26000 Series in injury or death to the user. Mobility Failure to comply with these warnings may result Visual monitoring by caregivers required. TABS Mobility Mates may not be suitable for all high fall risk persons; restraints may be required. Reinsert disk into monitor after each alarm. Repeated chirp indicates low battery. Replace battery immediately. Use only 9V alkaline batteries. Instructions 1) Place the Mobility Mate in center of chair Test regularly for proper operation. Do not expose to excessive moisture or fluids. Use with TABS monitors only (Models 25010 DATE PUT IN USE THIS SIDE with cord extending from side of pad. 2) Plug cord into receptacle on bottom of TABS unit. 3) Make sure disk is in TABS disk slot. 4) Have patient sit on the Mobility Mate: this activates system. 5) Alarm sounds when patient s body weight is removed from pad. MODEL NO. / / To reset alarm: 1) Remove disk from monitor and replace it. The Mobility Mate can be used to monitor more than one person if cleaned properly with standard vinyl-tolerant solutions. Failure to comply with these warnings may result in injury or death to the user. Visual monitoring by caregivers required. TABS Mobility Mates may not be suitable for all high fall risk persons; restraints may be required. Reinsert disk after each alarm. Repeated chirp indicates low battery. Replace battery immediately. Use only 9V alkaline batteries. Test regularly for proper operation. Do not expose to excessive moisture or fluids. Use with TABS monitors only (Models 25010 and 25020). Mobility Mates TABS is a division of Senior Technologies, Inc. For Customer Service, call 800-824-2996. DOC-04-25005-AA 1) Place Mobility Mate across width To reset alarm: of mattress. 1) Remove disk from 2) Position Mobility Mate under patient s buttocks. Secure position with enclosed clips and Do not fold pad. Store flat. TABS monitor. 2) Reinsert disk in disk slot. The Mobility Mate can be 3) Place mattress pad and bed used to monitor more than sheets over Mobility Mate. one person if cleaned 4) Make sure disk is in TABS disk properly with standard slot. vinyl-tolerant solutions. 90 day limited warranty 5) Alarm sounds when patient s body weight is removed from pad. Alternate location This product is manufactured for Senior Technologies, Inc. by Normal sensor location PATENT PENDING Pad/overlay Mattress Bed frame DATE PUT IN USE / / MODEL NO. SERIAL NO. 26100 DO NOT FOLD THIS SIDE UP Before installing this system, please read and follow these instructions carefully. Failure to do so could result in serious injury to a person in your care. No device is a substitute for proper nursing care. 0163-048-A
Save these instructions Before installing this system, please read and follow these instructions and the TABS mobility monitor instructions. Keep these instructions in a safe place for future reference. Contact us Thank you for purchasing your TABS system. If you have questions about your TABS monitoring system or would like to speak to TABS Customer Service, call: TABS Mobility Monitors (U.S.): 800-824-2996 WanderGuard (U.K.) Ltd.: Freephone 0500-500-667 1 TABS is a registered trademark of Senior Technologies and a trademark of WanderGuard (UK) Ltd. Dual Lock is a registered trademark of 3M Corporation 2002
Before installing this system, read and follow these instructions and the TABS mobility monitor instructions. Failure to do so could result in injury or death to a person in your care. If you need another copy of TABS mobility monitor instructions, call TABS Customer Service. Keep these instructions in a safe place for future reference. Visual monitoring by caregivers is required. The TABS mobility monitoring system is not a substitute for proper nursing care. The system relies on immediate response by the caregiver. TABS mobility monitors may not be suitable for all high risk persons; restraints may be required. A periodic "chirp" indicates a low battery. Replace the battery in the TABS monitor immediately. Use only 9V alkaline batteries. Test your TABS pressure pads and TABS monitor before each use. If the pad is no longer working, discard it immediately. Do not immerse pressure pads in liquids. The pads will not function properly if exposed to excessive liquids. If the pad is immersed in liquid, discard it immediately. Keep the pressure pad flat at all times. Folding the pad may damage it. Do not use the pad if it has been folded. Place the pad on the chair or bed with the label side up. The pad will not operate properly if the pad is placed with the label side down. The TABS monitoring system can be defeated by a cognitively aware person, a person with a few moments of lucidity, or an uncooperative person. Properly assess each individual. Test the TABS monitoring system with each new resident/patient and before each use. Patient weight may affect proper operation. The bed and chair pressure pads are not recommended for persons weighing less than 60 pounds (27 kg). TABS Sidekicks pressure pads are designed to be used with TABS monitors only. Do not substitute any other fall monitoring devices. Do not use the T-connector with the TABS Professional mobility monitor. Bed model (26000) U.S. Patent 5,796,059 Chair model (26100) Patent pending 2
How the TABS pressure pads work The TABS monitoring system is designed to alert caregivers when someone is leaving a bed, chair, room or wheelchair. TABS pressure pads can be used alone or in conjunction with the TABS cord and clip assembly. The TABS Sidekick pressure pad is placed on a bed, chair or wheelchair according to the instructions. The pressure pad cord is connected to TABS monitor. Alarm options are set on the TABS monitor according to the TABS Instructions and User Manual. The disk is inserted into the TABS disk slot. When TABS pressure pads are used, they are "non-latching". The alarm is reset when the resident/patient returns to the bed or chair pad. If the resident/patient does not return to the pad, remove and replace the disk in the TABS monitor to reset the alarm. If you are using both the pad and cord and clip assembly, the alarms sounds when the disk is pulled from the disk slot or when pressure is removed from the pad whichever comes first. Reinserting the disk in the disk slot quickly and easily resets the alarm. 3
Instructions for above mattress bed pad use Test your TABS Elite monitor and TABS Sidekicks pressure pad before each use and inspect the cords and pads for signs of damage. Replace any components with signs of wear or damage immediately. This device may not be suitable for patients weighing less than 60 lbs. (27 kg). 1. When using a new pad be sure to mark the "Date Put In Use." This will allow you to track the life span of the pad. 2. Place the pressure pad across the width of the mattress and position the pressure pad so that the resident s buttocks will be over the top of the pressure pad (Figure 2). a. Insert band through clip. mattress Mattress 3. Secure this position with the enclosed clips and bands (Figure 1). The pressure pad will not work properly if it is not attached in this manner. 4. Put the bedsheets over the top of the pressure pad. Use of a mattress overlay or bed pad may affect the proper operation of the pressure pad. Follow test procedure. 5. Please refer to your TABS Mobility Monitor installation instructions or TABS Elite monitor instructions for proper connection of the pad to the monitor. 6. Test the system by pressing firmly on the pressure pad for 3 seconds. When you remove the pressure, the alarm must sound. Reset the alarm. rubber band pressure pad bottom ridge of mattress 7. Have the resident lie normally on the mattress. The resident/patient s body weight activates the system. clip d.pass clip through loop and pull tight making a slip knot b. Pass one loop through other and pull tight, making a slip knot. Figure 1 clip e.place bed pad sensor flat on mattress. Attach clips to bottom ridge. c. Insert loop through the hole in the sensor. 8. The alarm will sound when the resident/patient's body weight is removed from the pressure pad. Refer to Testing the TABS Mobility Monitor in this manual. 4
Instructions for under mattress bed pad use Test your TABS Elite monitor and TABS Sidekicks pressure pad before each use and inspect the cords and pads for signs of damage. Replace any components with signs of wear or damage immediately. This device may not be suitable for patients weighing less than 60 lbs. (27 kg). CAUTION When putting your TABS Sidekicks pressure pads into position, keep the pad face up. Failure to do so may result in reduced sensitivity and improper operation of your TABS monitoring system. The weight and construction of some mattresses may cause improper operation of your TABS monitoring system when using an under the mattress bed pad. Test before each use. Please refer to the instructions on the TABS Sidekicks pressure pad for additional information. 1. When using a new pad be sure to mark the "Date Put In Use." This will allow you to track the life span of the pad. 2. Remove the mattress and place the pressure pad about 1" from the pivot point that allows the head of the bed to be raised and lowered (Figure 2). 3. Using cable ties, fasten the pressure pad to the bed frame. Secure with recommended Sensor Saver kit (not needed if using Model 26500 under mattress sensor pad). 4. Install the pressure pad cable so that it does not interfere with the moving parts of the bed and replace the mattress. 5. Please refer to your TABS Mobility Monitor installation instructions or TABS Elite monitor instructions for proper connection of the pad to the monitor. 6. Test the system by pressing firmly on the mattress for 3 seconds. When you remove the pressure, the alarm must sound. Reset the alarm. 7. Have the resident lie normally on the mattress. The resident/patient s body weight activates the system. 8. The alarm will sound when the resident/patient's body weight is removed from the pressure pad. 5
Installing the TABS Elite monitor 1. Install the TABS Elite monitor after you have installed the pressure pad (Figure 2). 2. Plug the power supply into a wall outlet not controlled by a switch. 3. Remove the patient call cord from the nurse call system and insert it into the receptacle labeled "Cord". 4. Insert the cord from the monitor into the nurse call system. 5. Insert the pressure pad cord into the receptacle labeled "Sensor". 6. Mount the monitor to the back of the headboard using the slide-in bracket or Dual lock fastener provided with the monitor. 7. Adjust the sensitivity levels and volume level. Refer to the TABS Elite monitor instructions. 8. Test the TABS Elite monitoring system. Refer to Testing the TABS Elite in this manual. Note: Once power is applied the monitor will begin monitoring in 10 seconds. Alarm cord Nurse Call Station Patient Call Cord Elite Monitor Mattress Power Supply Sensor Cable Above bed mattress pad Figure 2 Over-Lay Below bed mattress pad 6
Instructions for chair pad use Test your TABS Mobility Monitor and TABS Sidekicks pressure pad before each use and inspect the cords and pressure pads for signs of damage. Replace any components with signs of wear or damage immediately. This device may not be suitable for patients weighing less than 60 lbs. (27 kg). 1. When using a new pad be sure to mark the "Date Put In Use." This will allow you to track the life span of the pad. 2. Place the pressure pad in the center of the chair seat with the label side up. The side of the pressure pad with the cord attached should be at the back of the chair seat (Figure 3). Do not place the cord on top of or underneath the pressure pad. Place an overlay over the pressure pad for resident/patient comfort. 3. Please refer to your TABS Mobility Monitor installation instructions for proper connection of the pad to the monitor. 4. Mount the TABS unit on the wall or use a wheelchair bracket. For proper mounting instructions, refer to the TABS Mobility Monitor instructions. 5. Test the system by pressing firmly on the pressure pad for 3 seconds. When you remove the pressure, the alarm will sound. Reset the alarm. 6. Place the resident/patient on the pressure pad. The pressure pad should be centered under the resident/patient s body. The system is activated when the resident/patient sits on the pressure pad. 7. When the resident/patient leaves the pressure pad, the alarm will sound. cord extends out the back 7 Figure 3
Testing the TABS Mobility Monitor Test your TABS Mobility Monitor and TABS Sidekicks pressure pad before each use and inspect the cords and pressure pads for signs of damage. Replace any components with signs of wear or damage immediately. Test the TABS monitoring system before each use and inspect the pressure pads and monitor regularly to make sure they are not damaged. Test the system by pressing firmly on the pressure pad for 3 seconds. When you remove the pressure, the alarm will sound. Reset the alarm. Testing the TABS Elite Monitor Test your TABS Elite monitor and TABS Sidekicks pressure pad before each use and inspect the cords and pressure pads for signs of damage. Replace any components with signs of wear or damage immediately. The weight and construction of some mattresses may cause improper operation of your TABS monitoring system when using an under the mattress pad. Test before each use. Place the patient in bed. The "IN" monitoring light will come on. The "STANDBY" light will shut off after approximately 3 seconds. Remove the patient from bed. An alarm will sound after the time delay set on the rear panel of the TABS Elite monitor. Deactivate the alarm by pressing "STANDBY" on the front panel of the TABS Elite monitor. If the TABS Elite monitor and pressure pad do not operate as described above, check pad placement and check the sensitivity level of the TABS Elite monitor. The weight and construction of some mattresses may cause improper operation of your TABS monitoring system when using an under the mattress bed pad. In this case, use an above the mattress pad. Always test before each use. 8
Modular T-connector instructions Use only the modular T-connector provided by the manufacturer of TABS mobility monitors. If other modular T-connectors are used the device may not operate properly which could result in injury or death to a person in your care. Test your TABS monitoring system before each use. Failure to do so could result in injury or death to a person in your care. Do not use the T-connector with the TABS Professional mobility monitor. The modular T-connector lets you connect the TABS pressure pad to the TABS Select and Voice+ monitors and your nurse call system. Follow these instructions: 1. Remove any cords that may be attached to the bottom of the TABS Select or Voice+ monitor. 2. Plug the modular T-connector into the bottom of the TABS Select or Voice+ monitor. 3. Plug the nurse call cable and the TABS pressure pads cable into either of the two connections on the modular T-connector. 4. Refer to Testing the TABS Mobility Monitor. The alarm should appear on your nurse call system console. If it does not, check your connections and test again. If it still does not work, call TABS Customer Service. 9
Cleaning the pressure pad Clean soiled areas of cord and pressure pad with a clean cloth and water or a vinyl-tolerant solution. Do not immerse pressure pad in liquid of any type. Check your pad life span Check the date written on the top of the pressure pad. Make sure the pad is not used beyond this date. Approximately ten days before the date expires contact your TABS Representative to place an order for more pads. Test the pad before each use. See Testing the TABS Mobility Monitor. 10
Troubleshooting Problem The alarm does not sound when the resident/patient leaves the bed or chair. Solutions Check the TABS monitor. Are you using a 9V alkaline battery and has it been installed properly? If not, remove the battery and install a 9V alkaline battery following the instructions in your TABS User Manual. If using a TABS Elite monitor check to make sure the power supply is plugged into an electrical outlet not controlled by a light switch and that the outlet has power. Check the cord. Is it connected to the TABS Mobility monitor or TABS Elite monitor and is the connection secure? If not, connect the cord properly. Is the resident under 60 pounds (27 kg) and are you using only the pressure pad? If so, you may have to monitor the resident with the TABS cord disk assembly only. Is the resident sitting properly on the pressure pad? If not, reposition the pressure pad so that it is centered under the resident s body. Is the mattress too heavy making it difficult for the pressure pad to sense a difference in pressure? If so, try using an above the mattress pad. Problem The alarm sounds periodically. Solutions Check to see if the disk has been removed from the TABS monitor. If so, replace it. Check the battery. The sound you hear may be the low battery alert. Replace the battery with a 9V alkaline battery following the instructions in the TABS Mobility monitor Installation Instructions or User Manual. 11
Reorders Replacement parts and accessories for your TABS mobility monitor can be ordered through your TABS Representative. For assistance in the United States: Call TABS at 402-475-4002 or 800-824-4490 Mailing address: TABS, P.O. Box 80238, Lincoln, NE 68501-0238 Shipping address: TABS, 1620 N. 20th, Lincoln, NE 68503-1103 For assistance in the United Kingdom: Call WanderGuard (UK) Ltd. Freephone 0500 500 667 or 020 7609 8667 Mailing and shipping address: 25 Horsell Rd. London N5 1XL 12