You can follow how to complete a handcheck on a CuroCell A4 Mattress by watching the below video.

Hand check for CuroCell® A4

1. Why is hand check important? Hand check is performed to ensure that the mattress system works properly.
2. When should I perform a hand check? A hand check should be performed regularly, preferably once per work shift as well as after installation of the system.
3. How do I perform a hand check? Note: Make sure that the mattress system is filled, and that the system has adapted to the user before performing a hand check.

How to perform a hand check depends on which mattress is used, refer to the following:

Overlay Mattress CuroCell® CX10

• Open the cover
• Identify the cell with less air at the user's sacrum
• Insert a hand between CuroCell® CX10 and the underlying mattress, beneath the user's sacrum
• Ensure there is margin between the user and the underlying mattress, so that the user doesn't “bottom out”.

Replacement Mattress CuroCell® CX15

• Open the cover
• Identify a cell with less air at the user's sacrum.
• Insert a hand between the top cells and the underlying safety mattress, beneath the user's sacrum.
• Ensure there is margin between the user and the underlying safety mattress, so that the user doesn't “bottom-out”.

Replacement Mattress CuroCell® CX20

• Open the cover
• Identify a cell with less air at the user's sacrum.
• Insert a hand under the cell with less air, beneath the user's sacrum.
• Ensure there is margin between the user and the underlying safety mattress, so that the user doesn't “bottom-out”

Always read the instructions for use prior to use.