Description
The Drive PreserveTech Med-Aire Edge, item 14360-B, is a powered alternating pressure and low air loss mattress replacement, 36 by 80 by 8 in (91 by 203 by 20 cm), rated 450 lbs (204 kg).
What does it do and how does it work?
- Twenty individual 5 in air cells, with a pillow feature at the head, sit over a 3 in foam base.
- An 8 in firm foam perimeter supports transfers, and the foam base supports the person during a power outage.
- The analog controller runs a 10-minute alternating cycle and a static mode, with a dial that sets comfort by weight.
- An audio and visual alarm sounds when air pressure is low, and a CPR valve deflates the surface quickly.
- The quilted 4-way stretch cover is removable, machine washable, fluid resistant, low shear, vapour permeable and antimicrobial.
Who is it for, and who should choose something else?
- Drive lists it to help prevent, treat and heal pressure injuries in home or long-term care; the care team decides.
- A person up to 450 lbs (204 kg) on a 36 by 80 in deck.
- A wider deck needs a different model.
Will it fit?
- 36 in wide (91 cm), 80 in long (203 cm) and 8 in high (20 cm), with 5 in air cells on the 3 in foam base.
- The 450 lbs (204 kg) limit is the mattress rating; the bed frame's own safe working load applies if it is lower.
- At 8 in high, recheck the gaps to the rails. Health Canada recommends gaps under 120 mm (4 3/4 in) within and under the rail, and under 60 mm (2 3/8 in) at the rail ends. See bed rails.
- A mattress that has touched skin cannot be returned, so measure first. See the return policy.
Using it day to day
- Set the comfort dial and choose alternating or static mode as the care team directs.
- In a power failure the powered therapy stops; the 3 in foam base and 8 in perimeter continue to support the person.
- For CPR, open the CPR valve.
- Remove and machine wash the cover; check the cells and tubing at each linen change.
What does it work with, and what are its limits?
- Item 14360-B is the analog kit; the digital 14360-P kit has four cycle times and additional care features.
- The foam perimeter is part of the mattress, not a bed rail.
- The tubing uses quick-release connectors for servicing.
How does it compare?
- Domus 4 Edge: a powered surface with 3 in foam transfer edges.
- Med-Aire Plus 14029DP: a 10 in defined-perimeter air surface.
- Alternating pressure mattresses: the category.
Frequently asked questions
Is this a full mattress or an overlay?
A full replacement surface: remove the old mattress and fit this 36 by 80 in unit to the deck.
What is the difference between 14360-B and 14360-P?
14360-B uses the analog controller; 14360-P is the digital kit with four cycle times and more care features.
What happens in a power failure?
The powered therapy stops; the 3 in foam base and 8 in perimeter give passive support.
Are the side bolsters bed rails?
No. The perimeter is foam inside the mattress, not a guard rail.
Funding may help: see who may help pay. Warranty terms are in the Warranty tab.
Specifications
- Weight capacity
- 450 lbs (204 kg)
- Product weight
- Mattress 35 lbs (16 kg)
- Construction
- 20 individual 5 in air cells over a 3 in foam base; 8 in firm foam perimeter
- Cover
- Removable machine-washable quilted 4-way stretch cover, fluid resistant, antimicrobial
- Cover care
- Machine washable; tolerates disinfectants
- Therapy modes
- Alternating pressure and low air loss; static mode
- Cycle time
- 10 minutes in alternating mode
- Comfort settings
- Analog control dial sets comfort by weight
- Alarms
- Audio and visual low-pressure alarm
- CPR release
- CPR valve for rapid deflation
- Edge support
- 8 in firm foam perimeter
- Power failure protection
- 3 in foam base and 8 in foam perimeter give passive support
- Pump noise
- 45 dB
- Controller
- Analog controller included with item 14360-B
- Mattress width
- 36" (91 cm)
- Mattress length
- 80" (203 cm)
- Mattress height
- 8" (20 cm): 5 in cells on a 3 in foam base
- Warranty
- 18 months control unit and mattress
- Product type
- Powered mattress replacement
Figures from the manufacturer. Options and seat sizes can change them; we confirm yours before ordering.
Documents
- Brochure PreserveTech Med-Aire Edge Alternating Pressure & Low Air Loss Mattress System brochure
- Brochure Drive PreserveTech Med-Aire Edge product sheet
- User Manual PreserveTech Med-Aire Edge Alternating Pressure & Low Air Loss Mattress System user manual
- Parts Manual PreserveTech Med-Aire Edge Alternating Pressure & Low Air Loss Mattress System parts diagram
- All forms and documents
Delivery and service
Delivery and setup
We deliver and set up equipment across Toronto and the GTA, and show you how everything works. Custom and special-order products can take longer; we confirm timing with you before delivery.
Service and repairs
Our technicians service what we sell, at home or in our shop.
Try before you buy
Visit a showroom in Etobicoke or Brampton to try products first, or book a free home assessment.
Warranty
Warranty details
Drive Medical warrants the PreserveTech Med-Aire Edge alternating pressure and low air loss mattress system (14360-B analog and 14360-P digital) to be free of defects in materials and workmanship for 18 months, for the original consumer purchaser.
- Control unit and mattress: 18 months, both kits.
- Excludes failure from owner misuse or negligence, and normal wear and tear.
- Non-durable parts that wear with use and need periodic replacement are not covered.
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Questions about this product?
Talk to our team, try it in a showroom, or book a free home assessment. We help with sizing and funding.
