BariAir Therapy System

An integrated therapy system for critically ill, immobile bariatric patients

The KCI BariAir™ Therapy System helps maintain skin integrity, prevent respiratory complications and reduce patient transfers. Programmable, customized features include: Low Air Loss Therapy, Continuous Lateral Rotational Therapy, Pulsation Therapy, Percussion Therapy, Turn Assist, GORE^® Medical Fabric and an integrated scale. For patients weighing up to 850 lbs.

Features/Benefits

The KCI BariAir Therapy System offers features and benefits designed to prevent complications affecting immobile bariatric patients in the critical care environment:

Low Air Loss Therapy provides airflow to help maintain skin temperature control and manage moisture
Continuous Lateral Rotation Therapy (CLRT) therapy offloads pressure by constantly changing pressure points
Pulsation Therapy mimics the body’s natural movements to improve blood and lymph flow, increase oxygenation and reduce edema
Percussion Therapy helps loosen pulmonary secretions and reduce the need for manual interventions
GORE^® Medical Fabric helps maintain skin integrity by keeping it cool and dry while serving as an effective barrier to fluid and bacteria
Expandable bed width adapts to different patient sizes, resulting in improved comfort, safety and dignified care
Cardiac chair positioning facilitates up-in-chair orders, which may enhance pulmonary positioning
Battery backup provides two hours of uninterrupted operation during transport and power outages
X-ray cassette holder eliminates unnecessary patient transfers
Integrated scale reduces patient transfers

Product Specifications

Frame Dimensions

Minimum: 89”L x 43.25”W x 21.25”H
Maximum: 89”L x 54”W x 27.5”H

Mattress Dimensions

Not expanded: 80”L x 36”W
Expanded: 80”L x 48”W

Weight

Maximum recommended patient weight: 850 lbs.
Net weight 885 lbs.

Articulation

Fowler: 65°
Leg drop: 72°
Trendelenburg: 16°
Reverse Trendelenburg: 16°

Cardiac Chair

Fowler: 50°
Leg drop: 30°
Trendelenburg: 16°

Electrical

Voltage: 110 / 115V
Maximum electrical leakage: <100 Microamps
Amps: 12.5
Frequency: 60 Hz

Flammability

All mattresses meet TB 106, TB 117, TB 603 standards
TB 129 and BFD IX-II Compliant

Scale

Scale repeatability: 99.3%
Scale accuracy: +/- 0.7% patient weight

Warranty

One Year

Part Number

Complete assembly: 404000

Specifications are subject to change without notice.

Product Usage

Indications

Patients whose body weight and size pose a significant risk or care management issue to the patient or staff during the performance of routine nursing care
Patients weighing between 300 and 850 lbs.
Patient who is difficult to turn
Preventing and treating pressure ulcers
Patients requiring Percussion Therapy

Contraindications

Unstable cervical, thoracic and/or lumbar fracture
Cervical and skeletal traction
Total weight in excess of 850 lbs. (including accessories)

Product Literature

Also available for download is a PDF version of the following:

BariAir Therapy System Brochure
Bariatric Product Decision Tree

Please see product labeling and instructions for use for risks, precautions, warnings and detailed operating instructions prior to use.