Harvest 1 Pump - Manual Pressure Pump for Community & Care Home Settings.
- Manual Dial Control for Simple, Reliable Operation - the Harvest 1 uses a dial-operated pressure interface rather than a digital touchpad, making pressure adjustment straightforward for carers in community and care home settings where ease of operation and minimal training time are priorities; the dial interface removes the risk of inadvertent digital setting changes and allows quick pressure adjustment to the required clinical setting without navigating menu systems.
- 30-80mmHg Pressure Range on 10-Minute Cycle - the pump delivers alternating pressure within a 30-80mmHg range on a fixed 10-minute cycle, consistent with the NICE CG179 alternating pressure therapy protocol for high-risk residents; the pressure range covers the standard clinical requirement for community and care home alternating mattress systems including the Kensington overlay, Sandringham, and Hampton replacement mattresses.
- Audible and Visual Low-Pressure Alarms - integrated audible and visual alarms activate on detection of low pressure in the connected mattress, alerting care staff to a loss of therapy continuity that requires immediate investigation; alarm activation may indicate a pump connection fault, an air cell leak, or a cover puncture; the dual alarm mechanism supports overnight safety monitoring in care home settings where a single carer may be responsible for multiple residents.
- Lightweight and Compact for Community Deployment - at 1.7kg and 90 x 150 x 290mm, the Harvest 1 is designed for community use where the pump must be portable, easy to connect and disconnect, and manageable by a single carer without manual handling risk; the pump meets EN60601-1:2006 and A11:2011 medical electrical safety standards; voltage 230v/50Hz, fuse T1A 250v; compatible with Kensington, Sandringham, Hampton, and Prime Comfort Active mattresses.
Harvest 1 Pump - Manual Dial - 30-80mmHg - 10-Minute Cycle - Community and Care Home Use
The Harvest 1 Pump is a manually operated dial-controlled pressure pump for use with Harvest Healthcare active mattress systems in community and residential care settings. The dial interface provides straightforward pressure adjustment without digital controls, and the fixed 10-minute alternating cycle delivers consistent therapy within a 30-80mmHg range. Audible and visual low-pressure alarms support overnight safety monitoring. At 1.7kg, the pump is compact and community-portable. Compatible with Kensington, Sandringham, Hampton, and Prime Comfort Active mattresses. Meets EN60601-1:2006 and A11:2011 medical electrical safety standards.
Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Control Type | Manual dial (not digital) |
| Pressure Range | 30-80 mmHg |
| Cycle Time | 10 minutes (fixed) |
| Alarms | Audible and visual low-pressure alerts |
| Weight | 1.7kg |
| Dimensions | 90 x 150 x 290mm |
| Voltage | 230v / 50Hz; Fuse T1A 250v |
| Safety Standard | EN60601-1:2006 and A11:2011 |
| Compatible Mattresses | Kensington, Sandringham, Hampton, Prime Comfort Active |
| Reference | NCL-HPU1 |
Regulatory Compliance
The Harvest 1 Pump meets EN60601-1:2006 and A11:2011 medical electrical equipment safety standards, confirming electrical isolation, leakage current limits, and mechanical strength appropriate for use in care settings. As the powered component of an active alternating pressure system, the pump forms part of a Class IIa active medical device under Medical Devices Regulation 2017/745; the pump and mattress must be used as a matched compatible system and documented together in the equipment register. SWL is determined by the connected mattress; the prescribing clinician must verify the resident's weight against the mattress SWL before deployment per MHOR 1992. Pump alarm functionality must be tested at each new deployment and the test recorded in the equipment maintenance log for CQC Regulation 12 readiness.
Frequently Asked Questions
When should the Harvest 1 be selected over the Harvest 250 or Harvest 3 pumps?
The Harvest 1 is appropriate when the clinical requirement is straightforward alternating pressure therapy on a compatible mattress in a community or care home setting, and where the care team does not need digital therapy modes such as constant low-pressure, seated mode, or variable cycle times. Its manual dial interface suits community deployments where pump operation by a family carer or lone community nurse is required, because there are no digital settings to drift or require reconfiguration between visits. The Harvest 250 should be selected when the clinical need includes multiple therapy modes, a wider SWL ceiling, or digital comfort settings for residents with complex weight profiles. The Harvest 3 should be selected when the mattress requires it - specifically for bariatric mattresses such as the Hampton Extra and Duke Extra 2.0 that are rated for the Harvest 3 exclusively - or when longer cycle time options are clinically indicated.
What does the low-pressure alarm indicate and what action should carers take?
The low-pressure alarm activates when the pump detects that the pressure in the connected mattress cells has fallen below the set threshold, indicating that the alternating therapy is no longer being delivered at the prescribed pressure. The most common causes are: a disconnection between the pump tubing and the mattress connector; a puncture or leak in one or more air cells; a cover or seam failure allowing air loss; or pump malfunction. The carer should first check that the pump tubing is securely connected to the mattress at both ends, then inspect the mattress cells by feel and visual inspection for signs of deflation or damage. If the connection is secure and cells appear deflated, the manufacturer's fault procedure should be followed and the mattress taken out of service for inspection if the fault cannot be resolved. The resident must be repositioned manually on a clinically appropriate alternative surface while the pump and mattress fault is investigated, and the low-pressure event must be documented in the care record.
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- Manual Dial Control for Simple, Reliable Operation - the Harvest 1 uses a dial-operated pressure interface rather than a digital touchpad, making pressure adjustment straightforward for carers in community and care home settings where ease of operation and minimal training time are priorities; the dial interface removes the risk of inadvertent digital setting changes and allows quick pressure adjustment to the required clinical setting without navigating menu systems.
- 30-80mmHg Pressure Range on 10-Minute Cycle - the pump delivers alternating pressure within a 30-80mmHg range on a fixed 10-minute cycle, consistent with the NICE CG179 alternating pressure therapy protocol for high-risk residents; the pressure range covers the standard clinical requirement for community and care home alternating mattress systems including the Kensington overlay, Sandringham, and Hampton replacement mattresses.
- Audible and Visual Low-Pressure Alarms - integrated audible and visual alarms activate on detection of low pressure in the connected mattress, alerting care staff to a loss of therapy continuity that requires immediate investigation; alarm activation may indicate a pump connection fault, an air cell leak, or a cover puncture; the dual alarm mechanism supports overnight safety monitoring in care home settings where a single carer may be responsible for multiple residents.
- Lightweight and Compact for Community Deployment - at 1.7kg and 90 x 150 x 290mm, the Harvest 1 is designed for community use where the pump must be portable, easy to connect and disconnect, and manageable by a single carer without manual handling risk; the pump meets EN60601-1:2006 and A11:2011 medical electrical safety standards; voltage 230v/50Hz, fuse T1A 250v; compatible with Kensington, Sandringham, Hampton, and Prime Comfort Active mattresses.