3M Ranger 245, Operator'S Manual

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Ranger™ Blood/Fluid Warming System Model 245 English 3
Introduction
The 3M™ Ranger™ blood/fluid warming system includes a warming unit and a disposable
warming set� The Ranger blood/fluid warming system is designed to warm blood, blood
products, and liquids and deliver these at flow rates from KVO to 500 mL/min� At these flow
rates, the device maintains fluid output temperatures ranging from 33°C to 41°C (Note: Output
temperatures are dependent on input fluid temperatures and flow rate)� It takes less than
2 minutes to warm up to the 41°C set point temperature� The alert points on the Model 245 are
43° and 44° C�
Disposable blood/fluid warming sets are available in: pediatric flow, standard flow, and high flow
applications� Warming sets are sterile, not made with natural rubber latex, single‑use‑only items
and are designed to be used with the warming unit�
The Ranger blood/fluid warming unit is designed to be mounted to an I�V� pole� A handle located
on the top of the unit makes transport easy� When mounted to the I�V� pole, the unit fits easily
above the 3M™ Bair Hugger™ warming unit� For additional information on the Ranger blood/fluid
warming sets visit us online at rangerfluidwarming�com�
This manual includes operating instructions and unit specifications for the Ranger blood/fluid
warming system� For information about using Ranger blood/fluid warming sets with the Ranger
blood/fluid warming unit, Model 245, refer to the “Instructions for Use” included with each
warming set� The Ranger blood/fluid warming system should only be used in healthcare facilities
by trained medical professionals�
Indications for use
The Ranger blood/fluid warming system is intended to warm blood, blood products, and liquids�
Definition of Symbols
ON
OFF
Fuse
CAUTION
Type BF Applied Part
Voltage, Alternating Current (AC)
An equipotentiality plug (grounded) conductor other than a protective earth
conductor or a neutral conductor, providing a direct connection between
electrical equipment and the potential equalization busbar of the electrical
installation� Please consult IEC 60601‑1; 2005 for requirements�
This system is subject to European WEEE Directive 2002/96/EC� This product
contains electrical and electronic components and must not be disposed of
using standard refuse collection� Please consult local directives for disposal of
electrical and electronic equipment�
Protective earth ground