Leckey 19A Ballinderry Road Lisburn BT28 2SA
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1. Fit a standard sheet over the Sleepform and the Air flow mattress for a single bed you may have to use a double bed size sheet and for a cot you may need to use a single bed size sheet this will depend on the components being used Then place your child back onto the bed Make sure the Sleepform Mattress is not moulded too tightly around your child If it is too tight you may have to open the valve and allow some air into the mattress again Always remember to extract the air again once the desired shape has been achieved and finally close the valve and remove the pump Setting up the Sleep System using the Knee Roll Knee Rolls are available in two sizes for the Size 1 amp 2 system and 2 sizes for the Size 3 4 system and can be placed beneath your child s knees to maintain a flexed position The can be positioned either above or below the Air Flow Mattress Setting up the Sleep System using the Air flow Knee Pillow If your child is sleeping on their side they may use the Air flow Knee Pillow between their knees to keep them in a comfortable and symmetrical position The Air flow Knee Pillow contains the same special fibre as the Air flow Mattress Recording useful information Record the position of the various supports on the Sleepform Record Card provided You will find a copy in your Instruction pack We recommend you use a fitted sheet over the Sleep System for everyday use Other useful informat2. Leckey 19A Ballinderry Road Lisburn BT28 2SA Northern Ireland United Kingdom sma 028 9060 2277 028 9060 0795 info leckey com www leckey com sieepf LS206 01 LECKEY NM Use the Sleepform User Instructions and get the most out of your Sleepform System LECKEY sleepf rm The Leckey Sleepform is a sleep system which has been designed for children with special needs for use in the home in hospital or respite care centre The four Sleepform Systems accommodate children from the ages of 0 18 years in cots or single beds 0 1 years cot 1 5 years cot Product Training Record Parents Teachers amp Carers Your Leckey product is a prescribed Class 1 Medical Device and as such Leckey recommend that parents teachers and carers using the equipment should be made aware of the Safety Information section of this user manual by a technically competent person Leckey recommend that a written record is maintained of all those who have trained in the use of this product Product History Record Your Leckey product is classified as a Class 1 Medical device and as such should only be prescribed setup or reissued for use by a technically competent person who has been trained in the use of this product Leckey recommend that a written record is maintained to provide details of all setups reissue inspections and annual inspections of this product Safety Information 1 Always read instruc
3. acement covers are available Sleepform Mattress Wipe clean with soap and warm water Allow the pillow to dry completely before Storing it If necessary to disinfect wipe the complete pillow with a solution containing 70 alcohol or the disinfectant Lysetol AF If your child occasionally soils the bed we recommend you use a waterproof and breathable under sheet Temperature Control Sheet The temperature control sheet can be machine washed at 60 degrees Celsius Use the Sleepform Record Card to record your child s sleep system n LECKEY sleepform Daily Product Inspection Therapists parents amp carers We recommend that daily visual checks of the equipment are carried out by therapists carers or parents to ensure the product is safe for use The recommended daily checks are detailed below 1 Check that the product is clean and there are no signs of soiling 2 Check that all fabrics webbing Velcro and plastic buckles are in good condition and do not show signs of wear and tear or fraying 3 Check the sleepform mattress is air tight by extracting the air and does not loose its shape after the valve has been closed 4 Check the Sleepform mattress for scratches scores or punctures Seal any holes with the repair patches supplied with the product Holes can be found by visual inspection or by covering the surface of the pillow with soapy water and watching for air bubbles If a
4. air bubbles If a hole has been found clean the area and let it dry Select a patch and put glue on it and on the area around the hole Wait for 2 minutes and firmly press the patch over the hole ensuring that no air remains under the patch The bond will be complete after 24 hours DO NOT FULLY IMMERSE THE SLEEPFORM MATTRESS 7 Check the airflow mattress is intact and that the cushion is even and flat and that has not gathered in within the cover Re issuing Leckey Products Most Leckey products are assessed and ordered to meet the needs of an individual user Before reissuing a product we recommend that the therapist prescribing the product has carried out an equipment compatibility check for the new user and has ensured that the product being re issued contains no modifications or special attachments A detailed technical inspection should be carried on the product prior to re issuing This should be carried out by a technically competent person who has been trained in the use and inspection of the product Ensure the product has been cleaned thoroughly in accordance with the cleaning and care section of this manual Ensure a copy of the user manual is supplied with the product A copy can be downloaded from our website www leckey com Leckey recommend that a written record is maintained of all product inspections carried out during the reissue of the product If in any doubt to the continued safe use of your Lec
5. cot or on a bed Level of support and component selection Once you have decided the posture you wish to use you then need to consider the level of support your child will need to maintain this position For a cradling effect the Leckey Sleepform Mattress can be moulded to your child s exact shape or cavities can be left if you wish gravity to assist in adopting a relaxed posture once asleep This may be to correct an asymmetry more usually seen in Side lying If your child only requires minimal support you may choose to use only the cushioned Chest amp Hip and Leg amp Knee Guides These are particularly useful if your child sometimes moves out of a good position during the night and finds it difficult to recover by themselves These elasticated supports can permit a degree of freedom and help them stay in a comfortable and beneficial posture The systems are easy to change and components can be added and removed easily Supports should be chosen to provide the minimum support as required A new experience can be challenging and during a number of our trials we found that for some children the system needed to be introduced gradually over a number of weeks before it was accepted One parent placed their child in the system each evening and only used the Leg amp Knee Guides during story time After a couple of weeks the child became familiar with the supports and fell asleep with them on Patience is very imp
6. e of the bed with the channel in the middle Where you want to provide a pommel for leg abduction you can keep the air valve towards the middle of the bed Alternatively if you wish to focus on head positioning you can position the bag with the valve to the top of the bed Air flow Mattress The Air flow Mattress is always used when you use the Sleepform Mattress This is because the Sleepform Mattress is air tight and is a firm support surface and could present a suffocation hazard to the user The Air flow Mattress has an open celled structure that provides a comfortable cushion where air can flow freely and prevents heat build up and pressure points Place the Air flow Mattress on top of the bed covering the Sleepform Mattress Consider which other supports you wish to try Knowing your child s dimensions place the attaching belts under the bed mattress approximately where you need the supports for Chest Hip Leg and Knee support The receiving clips should be easily reached to attach the supports during the assessment process Setting up the sleep system using the Sleepform Mattress With the Grid Sheet Sleepform Mattress and any attaching belts in place you are now ready to place your child into the bed Leave the Air Flow mattress to the side for now Having practised with the Sleepform Mattress you may wish to evacuate some air and create an initial loose form before you place the user into the prod
7. e pump to the nozzle and open the valve Using the hand pump extract some air out The slower you pull the handle the quieter it will be As you extract air you will feel that the mattress begins to become less flexible Evacuate some more air see how the mattress begins to retain its shape as you remove the air Eventually the mattress will become firm To retain it s shape close the valve and remove the pump Our experience shows us the mattress is easier to mould if you have evacuated some air first This will compress the beads slightly and allow them to retain some form while you are moulding it around your child Always remember more air can be let back into the bag at any time to make it more flexible and easier to mould To do this close the valve remove the pump and momentarily opening the valve again allowing air back into the mattress Experiment with this so you are confident in moulding the mattress Once all the air is removed the mattress will be rigid and the beads will become more visible on the outer surface We recommend you check the Sleepform mattress daily and remove air occasionally ifyou find it is getting soft Positioning the Sleepform Mattress on the bed Set the Sleepform Mattress in the area where you will need the support The Mattress is designed in a U shape so that one end has beads in it to aid with positioning This is the end the valve is attached to Place the bag in the middl
8. hole has been found clean the area and let it dry Select a patch and put glue on it and on the area around the hole Wait for 2 minutes and firmly press the patch over the hole ensuring that no air remains under the patch The bond will be complete after 24 hours DO NOT FULLY IMMERSE THE SLEEPFORM MATTRESS Annual Product Inspection Therapist Technician Leckey Product Advisor Dealer Leckey recommend that each product should be subject to a detail inspection at least one a year and every time the product is reissued for use This inspection should be carried out by a technically competent person who has been trained in the use of the product and should include the following checks as a minimum requirement 1 Check that the product is clean and there are no signs of soiling 2 Check that all fabrics webbing Velcro and plastic buckles are in good condition and do not show signs of wear and tear or fraying 3 Check that all buckles lock securely when clipped together 4 Check the sleepform mattress is air tight by extracting the air and does not loose its shape after the valve has been closed 5 Check the valve on the Sleepform mattress is working properly 6 Check the Sleepform mattress for scratches scores or punctures Seal any holes with the repair patches supplied with the product Holes can be found by visual inspection or by covering the surface of the pillow with soapy water and watching for
9. ion to maintain is a Sleepform Sleep Diary This is designed to record your child s sleeping habits over the first few months and can be used to inform your therapist about your child s sleep patterns and habits It can also be used to record a change in your child s sleeping position You will find a copy in your Instruction pack Setting up the Sleep System using the Temperature control sheet The temperature control is a new technical fabric which has been designed to help regulate temperature The unique wax cells absorb heat and keep you cool but they also store this heat and will keep you warm if you get too cold Simply place the cool sheet under the bed sheet that is used to cover the Air flow Mattress If an incontinency sheet is being used it is best to place the cool sheet under this to help prevent soiling Use the Sleepform Sleep Diary to record your child s weekly sleep patterns sleepform Review for week ending Servicing and maintenance Washing Instructions Leg Knee Guides Chest Hip Guides The whole component can be placed in the washing machine and washed at 40 degrees Celsius Air flow Pillow Air flow Mattress Knee Rolls To remove the outer covers open the zip the inner cover can also be removed These can be machined washed at 40 degrees The special fibre can be rinsed clean under a tap showerhead and air dried These will dry extremely quickly Additional or repl
10. key product or if any parts should fail please cease using the product and contact our customer service department or your local dealer as soon as possible Product Servicing Servicing of all Leckey products should only be carried out by technically competent persons who have been trained in the use of the product In the UK amp ROI please contact the Leckey Service Centre on UK 0800 318265 or ROI 1800 626020 and our customer service department will be delighted to assist you with your servicing requirements All international service enquiries should be directed to the appropriate Leckey distributor who will be delighted to assist you For further information on Leckey distributors please visit our website www leckey com Technical Information Product amp Accessory codes Sleepform Kit Size 1 Sleepform Kit Size2 Sleepform Kit Size 3 includes Sleepform mattress chest hip guide leg knee guide 2 fitted grid sheets and air flow mattress Therapist Assessment Kit Sizes 1 amp 2 110 2635 includes Chest hip guides leg knee guides air flow knee pillow small amp large knee rolls air flow mattress two cot fitted grid sheets sleepform mattress Therapist Assessment Kit Sizes 3 amp 4 110 3635 includes Chest hip guides leg knee guides air flow knee pillow small amp large knee rolls air flow mattress two single bed fitted grid sheet sleepform mattress Therapist Assessment Kit Sizes 1 4 110 1636 incl
11. n the parents and the child s therapist The primary considerations are your child s health and safety their tolerance of a new position or support and how their sleeping position compliments their 24 hour postural care programme Your child may have an established sleep posture that they are used to and this may be the posture you decide to adopt for the sleep system Equally your therapist may wish to try another position for health or postural reasons Your child s safety is a primary concern and is particularly important when considering night time positioning While it is a relatively new therapy night time positioning has been shown to be beneficial to many especially from the work carried out by John and Liz Goldsmith However it is fundamentally different from day time positioning Since the user is positioned at night they will be left unattended for long periods and therefore the assessment prescription setup and maintenance of the product is key Leckey recommend that a thorough risk assessment is carried out for every individual using night time positioning equipment refer to BS EN ISO 14971 for further guidance on carrying out a risk assessment Parents and carers need to fully trained in the safe use of the product and made aware of any potential hazards identified during the risk assessment Preparing to set up your sleep system Sleepform 0121010 work in exactly the same way both for use in a
12. ortant in this area as your child needs to be relaxed and comfortable before they will sleep Grid Sheet Each system will have a Grid Sheet This is fitted first and will give you a reference to ensure the system stays in the correct position on the bed or cot Once the system is set up you can mark the component positions on the Sleepform Record Card This is particularly useful if you want to remove the components for cleaning or if you are travelling The Grid Sheet is fitted just like an ordinary fitted sheet with the letters to the top of the bed Sleepform Mattress The cushion is air tight and contains beads The Sleepform Mattress has proven to be very which will form and retain its shape when you successful where your child would benefit from remove the air using the pump provided a cradling type of support A It is a mouldable cushion and can be formed Safety warning to your child s contours quickly and easily Always place the Airflow Mattress on top of the Sleepform Mattress as the PVC material is not breathable and could present a suffocation hazard to the user It can be changed and re formed time and time again Once you have set it up it will retain its form for months or until you choose to change it How to mould the Sleepform Mattress It is worth taking a little time to practice moulding the Sleepform Mattress before setting it up for your child Set the bag on a table or bed Attach th
13. p Hip Guides min max mm min max inches 115 160 4 6 6 6 345 485 13 8 19 4 160 196 6 4 7 8 478 601 19 1 24 dt 6 4 7 8 19 1 24 idtl 7 13 1 550 1007 22 40 2 Cushioned Leg amp Knee guides min max mm min max inches 137 271 5 5 10 8 181 322 72 128 181 322 72 128 230 553 9 2 22 1 Circumference 478 601 175 328 ETA AAA 160 196 A AAA Under mattress Straps Temperature Control Sheet o 341000 X 2000mm 40 X 80 Waterproof Mattress Protector One size 860 X 760mm 34 X 30 Technical Considerations Sleepform Mattress Knee Rolls Air Flow Mattress Air Flow Knee Pillow Inner Cover Outer Cover 100 Brushed Cotton Foam Knee Roll Fibre Air Flow Mattress Air Flow Knee Pillow Leg amp Knee Guides Chest Hip Guides Maximum User Weight Medical Devices Regulations 2002 BS EN 1021 1 and 2 1994 BS EN 597 1 1995 BS EN 597 2 1995 BS 7177 1996 Complies with NHS Firecode Document HTM 87 BS EN ISO 12952 2 1999 clause 3 3 4 Pillows Bolsters Bo EN 397 1 51995 BS7175 1989 Sect 3 Ignition sources 0 1 5 100 Vapour Permeable Does not contain Latex 100 Vapour Permeable Does not contain Latex All foam used is CMHR combustion modified high resilience and complies with BS 5852 part 2 ignition source 5 and CAA Spec 8 Issue 2 Part 2 2b Foam is class V BS3379 Inherently low flame response Schedule 2 Part 1 The Furni
14. tions fully before use 2 Ensure that you have carried out an in depth risk assessment before issuing the Sleepform to your client 3 Always place the Airflow Mattress on top of the Sleepform Mattress as the PVC material is not breathable and could present a suffocation hazard to the user 4 Ensure parents and carers are clear about any potential hazards identified during the risk assessment 5 Only use Leckey approved components with your product Never modify the product in any way Failure to follow instructions may put the user or carer at risk and will invalidate the warranty on the product 6 If in any doubt to the safe use of your Leckey product or if any parts should fail please cease using the product and contact our customer services department or your local dealer as soon as possible 7 Leckey products comply with safety regulations in accordance with EN12182 and the Medical Devices Regulations 2002 8 Clean the product regularly in accordance with our cleaning instruction outlined in this document Do not use abrasive cleaners Carry out maintenance checks on a regular basis to ensure your product is in good working condition 9 The product is designed for domestic indoor use and when not in use should be stored ina dry place that is not subjected to extremes of temperature The safe operating temperature range is 5 to 40 deg Celsius Choosing the sleep position All decisions are best made betwee
15. ture and Furnishings Fire Safety Regulations 1988 based on BS 5852 1982 Part 2 Performance Requirements for Air Flow BS 6595 1985 Clause 3 3 BS 4578 1970 91 Size 1 amp 2 Air Flow Mattress 19kg 42 Ibs Size 3 amp 4 Air Flow Mattress 76kg 167 2 Ibs Cleaning Cycles There are no restrictions on the number of cleaning cycles for this product Product Warranty Life Expectancy Should exceed 5 years Labelling gt CE marked for Class 1 Medical Devices MDD 93 42 EEC gt Year of manufacture gt Name of manufacturer gt Material composition gt Care Instructions
16. uct If you are assessing the cushioned supports clip them into place now this is so a channel can be created to accommodate the straps when the Sleepform is being moulded Place your child in the bed in the posture you wish them to sleep in Take your time as this may be a new position to them and they may need time to relax into this position To start mould the Sleepform Mattress into a rough form pushing the support into the areas it is needed The forming of the mattress can be used for accommodation or correction of the child s posture Continue extracting the air Continue moulding the support at the sides Once you have the desired shape or support close the valve and remove the pump Then remove the child from the mattress While the child is out you can contour the form or mould some cavities for your child to relax into To do this open the valve for 5 seconds and allow some air back into the Sleepform Mattress You can then mould any specific cavities to allow extra comfort around any potential pressure points or create prompts to assist with passive correction while the child is resting Also this allows extra space to make room for the Air Flow Mattress Once you are happy with the shape reattach the pump open the valve and extract the last air to make the support rigid again Close the valve and remove the pump Place the Air Flow mattress over the Sleepform pushing it down into the cavity
17. udes all sizes of chest hip guides leg knee guides air flow knee pillow small amp large knee rolls air flow mattress two cot fitted grid sheet two single bed fitted grid sheet sleepform mattress All of the above comes with an extra sleepform bag Product amp Accessory codes Chest Hip Guide Leg Knee Guide Chest Hip Guide Leg Knee Guide Air Flow Knee Pillow Knee Roll Large Knee Roll Small Air Flow Mattress Cot Attachment Strap Cot Fitted Sheet x 2 Chest Hip Guide Leg Knee Guide Air Flow Knee Pillow Knee Roll Large Knee Roll Small Air Flow Mattress 110 1601 110 1602 110 2601 110 2604 110 3601 Single Bed Attachment Strap 110 3609 Single Bed Fitted Sheet x 2 Chest Hip Guide Leg Knee Guide Sleepform Mattress includes mattress pump and sleepform bag Sleepform Pump NTL20 Sleepform Bag Temperature Control Sheet Sizes 1 amp 2 Waterproof Mattress Protector NTL27 Dimensional amp Technical Data Product Dimensions Size Dimension mm Inches Sleepform Mattress 950 X 950mm 37 25 X 37 25 Airflow Mattress 1 amp 2 960 X 1180 X 15mm 3775 X 46 5 X 0 6 384 1000 X 2000 X 30mm 39 4 X 78 75 X 1 2 230 X 330 X 60mm 9 X 13 X 2 4 A 3 amp 4 450X650X 60mm 17 7 X 25 6 X 2 4 140 X 50 X 500mm 5 5 X 2 X 19 7 pf barge 190 100 500mm 5 5 X 2 X 19 7 OOOO ARA Small 195 75X 900mm 7 7 X 3 X 35 4 195 X 125 X 900mm 7 7 X 5 X 35 4 Cushioned Chest am
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