Accessories
Progressa+ Bed Instructions for Use (216321 REV 2) 97
PRONING KIT (P7529)
• Warning—Make sure the bed brakes are set before you install or remove the proning
accessory.
• Warning—Do not exceed the 44 lb (20 kg) safe working load of the head support proning
accessory.
• Warning—Do not transport a patient with the proning accessory installed.
• Warning—Only use authorized replacement parts from Baxter.
• Warning—Do not lean, kneel, or sit on the proning accessory.
• Warning—Lock out the head and knee articulation controls when the proning accessory is in
use.
• Warning—Make sure patient’s head is correctly aligned on the foam face cushion/ head
support of the proning accessory. Monitor the position and adjust as needed once the patient is
in the prone position.
• Warning—Do not initiate any therapy modes (turn assist, rotation therapy, or any therapy that
could cause patient movement) on the bed when the proning accessory is in use.
• Warning—Make sure the integrated air surface, if applicable, is in normal mode when the
proning accessory is in use.
• Warning—Observe lines and tubes closely during patient positioning.
• Warning—Make sure the headboard is installed after the proning accessory is removed.
• Warning—Instruct conscious patients not to adjust the proning accessory without the
assistance of a caregiver.
• Warning—Make sure to remove the ICU prone head positioner’s detachable ball joint lock
handle from the ball joint after it is locked, and the patient is in the prone position.
• Warning—Do not store equipment below the head adapter bracket when the proning
accessory is in use.
• Warning—Adjust the patient, if necessary, after any surface transition or bed articulation to
make sure the head is correctly aligned on the foam face cushion/head support of the proning
accessory.
• Warning—Make sure to monitor and adjust the patient at regular intervals.
• Warning—Make sure to adjust the patient when the integrated air surface transitions from
P-max inflate to normal mode.
• Warning—Stay clear of pinch points when you adjust the Allen ICU prone head positioner
mirror.
For technical support of the proning accessory, contact Baxter (800) 433-5774.
Warning—To help prevent injury and/or equipment damage,
obey these warnings:
• Warning—Before using the proning accessory with a
patient, read and understand Instructions for Use (773439).