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* Pads conform to body shape and do not bottom out
* They dissipate body heat and will not absorb urine odours
* The gel will not leak if the pad is punctured but the puncture should be repaired
* Pads are heavy to lift
* Can be custom made to a specified size on request. May take 5-6 weeks
* The pad should be rolled for transporting

Attachment
* The three larger size pads ie. Models 6301, 6302 and 6303, are available with an Anchoring Hitch to hold the pad in position on the bed when the head or foot sections of the bed are elevated
* The hook & loop straps are threaded through the bed frame to secure the pad to the mattress

Cover
* A knit cover is available for model no 6100

Repairs
* Use pad repair kit from supplier or Opsite (Smith & Nephew) or Tegadem

Storage
* Store pads flat or rolled. Before rolling turn pad over so underside faces upwards. This prevents the upper side from creasing

Cleaning
* Can be cleaned with water, disinfectant and liquid bleach
* Do not use alcohol which may harden the surface

Note
* Regarding use of an electric blanket / heating pad under the gel pad. Action Products advised that the heating pad be placed under the pad and pre-warm it. You must be extremely careful that the pad does not get too hot or develop hot spots as this will carry through the Akton pad and the patient could get burned. They should not take it above 103F as this could cause burns to the patient. If the patient has no feeling then someone must check the patient at all times to prevent burns caused by the heating pad. The Action pad merely will transfer the heat as the heating pad produces it
* Follow the manufacturer's directions when using a heating pad / electric blanket

Method Of Use

Use
* Place pad on bed with labelled side upwards
* Cover the pads with a bedsheet
* The smallest pad can be enclosed in a pillow case
* The pad can be used over an electric blanket as it conducts heat

Caution
* Avoid pulling the pad especially when a person is lying on it
* Avoid folding the pad

Place Of Manufacture

Action Products Inc (USA)

Models

* 6100 Professional Bed Pad
* 6300 Professional Bed Pad
* 6301 Full Mattress Pad
* 6301H Full Mattress Pad with hitch for attaching to bed
* 6302 Full Mattress Pad
* 6303 Full Mattress Pad
* 6303H Full Mattress Pad with hitch for attaching to bed
* 6304 Shear Reduction Pad
* 6400 Combo Pad (unfolded)
* 6400 Combo Pad (folded)
* 6400H Combo Pad with hitch for attaching to bed
* 6405 Combo Pad (unfolded)
* 6405 Combo Pad (folded)
* 6405H Combo Pad with hitch for attaching to bed
* 6500 Contracture Pad

Standards

Standards
Some assistive technology needs to meet Australian or other standards. Standards may relate to materials, manufacturing and installation. Products that meet Australian or international standards will have written certification. To find out if a product meets Australian Standards ask the supplier to show you the certificate. For more information about standards also see
www.ilcnsw.asn.au/home/assistive_technology/standards

TGA
Many of the items on the ILC NSW website are categorised as a Medical Device. Medical devices that are approved for use in Australia have been entered into a national database called the Australian Register of Therapeutic Goods (ARTG), which is maintained by the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA). You can ask the supplier for the ARTG number for the device you wish to purchase and search the ARTG for the entry. To access information on the ARTG visit www.tga.gov.au

When buying a medical device it is advisable to only choose a medical device that is recommended by a healthcare professional and has been included on the ARTG.