General care tourniquet GM Series

manualpneumatic

The manometer made up of a membrane aneroid beryllium copper treated with quality watch-making mechanism. These arm cuffs and lower limb cuffs of very robust design are composed of a single monobloc assembly, which facilitates their maintenance and decontamination. Owing to their impervious connecter, it is possible to immerse them in a decontaminating solution. Use of the device – Operating instructions • Application of the arm cuff or lower limb cuff on the limb : • Exsanguinate the limb using an Esmarch bandage or by elevating at 45° for 5 to 8 min. • Before fitting the tourniquet: o check that the tourniquet to be fitted is of the correct size for the limb o check that the pocket of the tourniquet is sealed o check the quality of the Velcro and seams on the arm cuff / lower limb cuff • Position the arm cuff or lower limb cuff on a protective bandage, previously applied on the skin of the limb on which the tourniquet is to be fitted. • Secure the whole by making a knot with the ribbon. • Insert the connecting tube fully (click) in the quick coupler. • Before applying pressure, pull gently on the tube to check for perfect connection of the 2 parts. Application of the arm cuff or lower limb cuff on the limb : ➢ - Connect the pneumatic extension of arm cuff or lower limb cuff in the manometer's connector.