Joerns DermaFloat APL Control Unit – Alternating Pressure Pump with Low Air Loss for the DermaFloat APL Mattress System
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✔ Control Unit Only (Pump)
✔ Alternating Pressure + Low Air Loss
✔ 8 Comfort Settings, 3 Cycle Times
✔ Fowler Boost, Panel Lockout
✔ Power-Fail Alarm, Settings Memory
✔ 120V, 10 lb, Foot-of-Bed Hanger
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Description
Joerns DermaFloat APL Control Unit – The Replacement Alternating Pressure Pump That Runs the DermaFloat APL Mattress
The Joerns DermaFloat APL control unit is the alternating pressure pump for Joerns’ DermaFloat APL mattress replacement system: the box that hangs on the footboard, inflates the twenty air cells, alternates pressure between adjacent (A-B) cells and feeds the low air loss airflow under the therapy pad. This listing is the control unit only, sold as a replacement part; it does not include the mattress, hose set or therapy pad. Joerns part DFAPL-CU.
You’d order it when the pump on an existing DermaFloat APL has failed or been lost and the mattress itself is still sound. Joerns’ manual lists the unit at 10 lb, 7.5″ W x 12.25″ H x 5.5″ D, on 120V AC, 60 Hz, 0.6A. We’re an authorized Joerns dealer and provider with fast nationwide shipping, delivered to your door; call 585-505-6665 if you need to confirm it against the mattress you have.
Why Choose the Genuine Joerns Control Unit?
The DermaFloat APL mattress is built around this pump’s output: Joerns’ manual describes a forty liters per minute pump, a closed-loop pressure sensor that keeps the mattress interface pressure steady as room temperature and pressure change, and a quick-disconnect hose with CPR deflate at the unit. A pump from another system won’t have the same connector, cycle logic or alarms. Replacing like for like keeps the mattress working the way Joerns designed it and keeps the therapy modes the care team set up.
What It Does
- Three modes: Autofirm (maximum inflation for transfers and care), Therapy (static) and Alternating.
- Three alternating cycle times: 5, 10 and 15 minutes.
- Eight comfort control settings, which Joerns says maximize resident compliance.
- Low air loss: up to 40 liters of airflow per minute when the alternating cycle is complete or the unit is in static therapy mode (Joerns product page).
- Fowler Boost: inflates the sacral section when the head of the bed is raised 30° or more.
- Resident position sensor that optimizes support for a seated resident.
- Automatic panel lockout against unwanted or accidental adjustments.
- Audible and visual power-fail alarm with reset: on a power failure the keypad flashes a red Alarm light and sounds every two seconds for up to 20 minutes, and the unit keeps the current settings in memory. After a brief interruption of up to 20 minutes it restarts on the previous Comfort Adjust settings.
- Reusable air filter and integrated carrying handle; Joerns calls it a compact, lightweight unit that is quiet and powerful.
Who Is It For?
- Owners of a Joerns DermaFloat APL (the full system or the mattress replacement) whose control unit has failed, been damaged or gone missing.
- Facilities that keep a spare pump so a therapy bed stays in service.
It is not listed by Joerns for the DermaFloat LAL or APM. Joerns’ brochure gives those systems different control-unit features (the LAL has Autofirm, Therapy and Pulsate; the APM has five comfort settings), so don’t assume the pumps swap across models. For the LAL, see the Joerns DermaFloat LAL control unit. For anything else, call us at 585-505-6665 and we’ll confirm with Joerns.
Setup, per Joerns
Joerns’ manual says to hang the control unit on the foot of the bed facing out, connect the hose with its quick-disconnect coupling, plug the unit into a properly grounded three-prong 120V outlet, and let the mattress inflate; Joerns says the APL inflates in 15 minutes or less. Keep the unit on while the resident is on the mattress, and don’t place it on the floor or on a surface that blocks the air opening and filter. For transport, turn the unit off and unplug it; the mattress can travel with the unit still connected.
Common Problem → DermaFloat APL Control Unit Solution
Problem: A nursing home’s DermaFloat APL stopped alternating; the pump hums but the red alarm light stays on and the cells never firm up. The mattress and pad are only a year old.
Solution: Swap in a new DermaFloat APL control unit, reconnect the quick-disconnect hose, set the mode and comfort level, and the mattress is back in therapy without replacing the whole system.
“Can we keep running the mattress while we wait?” Joerns’ manual says the APL should be used with the control unit on while the resident is on it; for an extended power or pump failure Joerns advises transferring the resident to another surface.
Care & Cleaning
Unplug the unit before cleaning and wipe down the outside with a mild detergent and a damp cloth, then wipe dry; never spill liquids onto it. Check the air filter on the rear of the unit regularly, swap in the second supplied filter when dust builds up, and hand-wash the removed filter in warm soapy water and let it air dry. Joerns says only facility-authorized personnel trained by Joerns should do preventive maintenance, and that unauthorized maintenance voids the warranty.
Warranty
Joerns’ DermaFloat APL warranty covers the mattress for two years and the electromechanical components (compressors, valves, printed circuit boards, hoses and couplers) for one year, for defects in workmanship and materials under normal use. Ask us for the current terms as they apply to a replacement control unit.
Key Features
✔ Control Unit Only (Pump)
✔ Alternating Pressure + Low Air Loss
✔ 8 Comfort Settings, 3 Cycle Times
✔ Fowler Boost, Panel Lockout
✔ Power-Fail Alarm, Settings Memory
✔ 120V, 10 lb, Foot-of-Bed Hanger
Product Specifications
| Brand | Joerns Healthcare |
| Model | DermaFloat APL Control Unit |
| Item Number | DFAPL-CU |
| UPC | 857268006530 |
| Type | Replacement therapy control unit (pump) for the DermaFloat APL mattress replacement system; control unit only |
| Fits | Joerns DermaFloat APL mattress system / mattress replacement |
| Modes | Autofirm, Therapy (static), Alternating |
| Alternating Cycle Times | 5, 10 and 15 minutes |
| Comfort Settings | Eight |
| Low Air Loss | Up to 40 liters per minute (static therapy mode or when the alternating cycle completes); forty liters per minute pump per the manual |
| Other Functions | Fowler Boost, resident position sensor, automatic panel lockout, quick-disconnect hose with CPR deflate, closed-loop pressure sensor |
| Alarms | Audible and visual power-fail alarm with reset; settings memory; auto restart after interruptions up to 20 minutes |
| Electrical | 120V AC, 60 Hz, 0.6A |
| Unit Dimensions | 7.5″ W x 12.25″ H x 5.5″ D (19 x 31 x 14 cm) |
| Unit Weight | 10 lb (4.5 kg) |
| Filter | Reusable air filter on the rear (second filter supplied with the system) |
| Agency | UL Classified medical equipment, UL 60601-1 (per Joerns manual) |
| Mattress It Runs (per Joerns) | DermaFloat APL, 36″ W x 80″ L x 8″ D, 350 lb maximum (manual lists 35″ W) |
| Warranty | Joerns: 1 year on electromechanical components; ask us for full terms |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this the whole DermaFloat APL system?
No. It is the control unit (pump) only, sold as a replacement part. The mattress, therapy pad and hose set are not included.
Which mattress does it work with?
The Joerns DermaFloat APL mattress replacement system. Joerns does not list it for the DermaFloat LAL or APM, whose control units have different features, so call us at 585-505-6665 before pairing it with anything else.
Does it do low air loss as well as alternating pressure?
Yes. Joerns describes the APL as alternating pressure between adjacent cells plus an integrated low air loss delivery system, with up to 40 liters of airflow per minute in static therapy mode or when the alternating cycle completes.
What settings does it have?
Three modes (Autofirm, Therapy and Alternating), three alternating cycle times (5, 10 and 15 minutes) and eight comfort control settings, plus Fowler Boost and an automatic panel lockout.
What is Fowler Boost?
A function that inflates the sacral section of the mattress when the head of the bed is raised 30° or more, which Joerns says enhances pressure redistribution in that position.
What happens if the power goes out?
The unit flashes a red Alarm light and sounds every two seconds for up to 20 minutes, and keeps the current settings in memory. If power returns within 20 minutes it restarts on the previous settings; after a longer outage you press Power and reset the mode and comfort level.
How big and heavy is it?
Joerns’ manual lists the control unit at 7.5″ W x 12.25″ H x 5.5″ D and 10 lb. It hangs on the foot of the bed.
What power does it need?
120V AC, 60 Hz, 0.6A, on a properly grounded three-prong outlet, per Joerns.
How do I connect it to the mattress?
With the quick-disconnect hose coupling at the control unit, which Joerns says also allows rapid CPR deflation. Hang the unit on the footboard facing out, connect the hose, plug it in and press Power.
How do I clean and maintain it?
Unplug it, wipe the outside with a mild detergent and a damp cloth, and wipe dry. Check the rear air filter regularly, swap in the spare and hand-wash the dirty one. Joerns says preventive maintenance should be done by Joerns-trained personnel.
What is the warranty?
Joerns’ DermaFloat APL warranty covers electromechanical components (compressors, valves, circuit boards, hoses, couplers) for one year. Ask us for the current terms on a replacement control unit.
Can I buy the mattress or therapy pad separately too?
Yes. The DermaFloat APL mattress replacement and the full system are on our site, and we can quote therapy pads. Call us at 585-505-6665 and we’ll put the right parts together.
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PRODUCT SPECIFICATION
| Brand: | Joerns Healthcare |
| Model: | DermaFloat APL Control Unit |
| Item Number: | DFAPL-CU |
| UPC: | 857268006530 |
| Type: | Replacement therapy control unit (pump) for the DermaFloat APL mattress replacement system; control unit only |
| Fits: | Joerns DermaFloat APL mattress system / mattress replacement |
| Modes: | Autofirm, Therapy (static), Alternating |
| Alternating Cycle Times: | 5, 10 and 15 minutes |
| Comfort Settings: | Eight |
| Low Air Loss: | Up to 40 liters per minute (static therapy mode or when the alternating cycle completes); forty liters per minute pump per the manual |
| Other Functions: | Fowler Boost, resident position sensor, automatic panel lockout, quick-disconnect hose with CPR deflate, closed-loop pressure sensor |
| Alarms: | Audible and visual power-fail alarm with reset; settings memory; auto restart after interruptions up to 20 minutes |
| Electrical: | 120V AC, 60 Hz, 0.6A |
| Unit Dimensions: | 7.5″ W x 12.25″ H x 5.5″ D (19 x 31 x 14 cm) |
| Unit Weight: | 10 lb (4.5 kg) |
| Filter: | Reusable air filter on the rear (second filter supplied with the system) |
| Agency: | UL Classified medical equipment, UL 60601-1 (per Joerns manual) |
| Mattress It Runs (per Joerns): | DermaFloat APL, 36″ W x 80″ L x 8″ D, 350 lb maximum (manual lists 35″ W) |
| Warranty: | Joerns: 1 year on electromechanical components; ask us for full terms |
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