3M Ranger 245, Operator'S Manual

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Ranger™ Blood/Fluid Warming System Model 245 English 11
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
CLEANING THE RANGER BLOOD/FLUID WARMING UNIT
Clean the Ranger warming unit on an as‑needed basis�
CAUTION
To reduce the risks associated with cross‑contamination:
• The cleaning tool provides only superficial cleaning, it does not disinfect or sterilize the
interior of the unit�
NOTICE
To avoid device damage:
• Do not immerse the warming unit in cleaning or sterilizing solutions� The unit is not
liquid proof�
• Do not clean the warming unit with solvents� Damage to the case, label, and internal
components may result�
• Do not insert metallic instruments in the warming unit�
• Do not use abrasive materials or solutions to clean the heater plates�
• Do not allow spills to dry inside the unit, as this may make it more difficult to clean
the unit�
To clean the exterior of the warming unit:
1� Disconnect the Ranger warming unit from the power source�
2� Wipe the outside of the unit with warm, soapy water, nonabrasive cleaning solutions, dilute
bleach, or cold sterilants� Do not use abrasive materials�
3� Wipe with a dry, soft cloth�
To clean the heating plates:
The Ranger hardware cleaning tool is intended to clean both heating plates of the warming unit� It
is not necessary to disassemble the warming unit to use the tool�
Method
1� Unplug the warming unit�
2� Unfold the cleaning tool� Wet the foam pads with a nonabrasive
solution, such as Alconox™* brand detergent�
3� Insert the tool from the back of the unit and pull the tool all the
way out from the front (see Figure 5)�
4� Rinse the tool with water and repeat 3 times�
5� Wipe off the unit to remove excess fluid�
To clean resistant, dried‑on fluids:
1� Spray a nonabrasive solution inside the slot of the warming unit
and let sit for 15‑20 minutes�
2� Clean the unit by using the cleaning tool�
Note:
If the cleaning tool cannot be inserted through the slot of the
warming unit because of excess dried‑on fluids, send the unit to a
biomedical technician�
Storage
Store all components in a cool, dry place when not in use�
Servicing
There are no user‑serviceable parts in the Ranger blood/fluid warming unit� All service
must be performed by 3M or an authorized service technician� Call 3M Technical Service at
1‑800‑228‑3957 for service information� Outside of the USA contact your local 3M Patient
Warming representative�
*Alconox is a trademark of Alconox, Inc�
Figure 5