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© 2017 • Advanced Healthcare Technology Ltd. • Baby Pod 20 ®

Section 1.1 - Introduction

This manual contains instructions for initial set-up and inspection of baby Pod 20, proper operator use of the 

device, and care and maintenance of Baby Pod 20.

Section 1.2 - Warnings

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Only properly trained personnel who are aware of potential hazards or misue should use Baby Pod 20. Patients 

may be harmed by the incorrect use of this device. 

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DO NOT

 leave baby unattended at any time whole using Baby Pod 20. 

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DO NOT 

place a baby directly onto the printed side of the TransWarmer Infant Transport Mattress. 

TransWarmer’s soft, non-woven surface is designed to be easy on baby’s skin and provide nesting during 

transport. 

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DO NOT

 lean on Baby Pod 20 or place weight on top of Baby Pod 20’s lid sections. 

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DO NOT

 leave open containers of liquid on or near Baby Pod 20. Baby Pod 20’s lid section will not prevent 

fluids from spilling onto the baby. 

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DO NOT 

activate the TransWarmer Infant Transport Mattress in ambient temperatures greater than 28.0 

degrees celcius. Ambient temperatures greater than 28.0 degrees celcius may cause the mattress to become 

too hot and cause injury to the infant.

Section 1.3 - Cautions

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Always check the security of the Stretcher Fixing Straps prior to transport with Baby Pod 20. Strap buckles 

make an audible click when fully engaged. 

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DO NOT 

modify or make additions to any part of Baby Pod 20. 

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Only Baby Pod 20 parts and accessories available through customer services and authorised representatives 

should be used to replace any components or accessories. 

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Use only non-abrasive cleansers to clean Baby Pod 20. Abrasive cleaners may damage the surface of Baby Pod 

20. 

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Protect Baby Pod 20 from the impact of sharp or hard objects that may cause internal damage that is not 

visible on the surface of the unit. 

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Baby Pod 20 should be inspected before each use for signs of damage to its carbon fiber Outer Shell. Remove 

Infant Positioning Straps, Vacuum Mattress and Shock Absorbent Foam and carefully inspect the inner surface 

of the carbon fiber shell for signs of stress, including cracks, pockmarks or irregularities. Discontinue use of 

Baby Pod 20 if signs of stress or damage are present. 

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Chips in the outer shell’s surface due to normal wear and tear generally do not affect the performance of the 

Baby Pod 20. Damage due to abrasive or rubbing actions may affect the perfomance and should be carefully 

inspected. Discontinue use of Baby Pod 20 if signs of abrasive damage are present.

Section 1

General warnings and cautions

Caution

Please read entire instruction manual prior to using Baby Pod 20.

Warning

Patients may be harmed by the incorrect use of this device.

Summary of Contents for BABY POD 20

Page 1: ...Operating and maintenance manual Infant Transport Device ...

Page 2: ... 7 6 8 6 9 Section 7 Section 8 Section 9 Section 10 Section 11 General warnings and cautions Introduction Warnings Cautions Indications for use Product description Indications Specifications Accessories Getting to know Baby Pod 20 Product diagram Product components and descriptions Environmental conditions Safety inspection of Baby Pod 20 Unpacking Baby Pod Inspecting Baby Pod Re assembly of Baby ...

Page 3: ...ng Straps prior to transport with Baby Pod 20 Strap buckles make an audible click when fully engaged DO NOT modify or make additions to any part of Baby Pod 20 Only Baby Pod 20 parts and accessories available through customer services and authorised representatives should be used to replace any components or accessories Use only non abrasive cleansers to clean Baby Pod 20 Abrasive cleaners may dam...

Page 4: ...nt to or from a medical facility between facilities or between departments within a single medical facility Baby Pod 20 is designed to provide safe conveyance of a patient whose weight does not exceed 17 5 lbs 8 kg Baby Pod 20 has been designed to exceed the standard CEN 1789 10g in six directions Section 2 3 Specifications Part Number Component Description BP20 001 Baby Pod 20 Infant Transport De...

Page 5: ... Baby Pod 20 Section 3 1 Product diagram Section 3 Getting to know Baby Pod 20 Viewing Lid Tubing Access Ports Co2 Evacuation Inlet Foot access port Lid Closing Catch Viewing Lid Hinge End Stretcher Fixing Anchor Side Stretcher Fixing Anchors ...

Page 6: ...m bands of soft foam which are attached to loop velcro Each set is SINGLE PATIENT USE ONLY Baby Pod 20 contains one set of 4 Infant Positioning Straps each 33cm in length with 8cm of velcro loop pre stitched to the ends for ease of use Stretcher Fixing Straps The Stretcher Fixing Straps come in a set of two Side Straps for fixing the Baby Pod 20 width wise to any stretcher or gurney and one End St...

Page 7: ...an 28 0 degreees celcius DO NOT place a baby directly on the printed side of the TransWarmer mattress An infant should be placed on TransWarmer s soft non woven surface Secure Baby Pod 20 to a stretcher or gurney when possible Baby Pod 20 may be hand carried if no stretcher or gurney is available e g Search and Rescue recovery If Baby Pod 20 is to be used in the absence of a stretcher or gurney at...

Page 8: ... integrity making sure that the metal buckle is securely attached to the straps DO NOT use any component that does not pass visual inspection 7 Remove Vacuum Mattress from Baby Pod 20 Inspect the mattress for holes or other obvious flaws 8 Remove Shock Absorbent Foam interior Inspect covers for any cuts or abrasions Lay foam aside for re assembly later 9 Inspect Outer Shell for cracks or abrasions...

Page 9: ...20 has been thoroughly inspected and cleared for use the device must be re assembled Re assemble Baby Pod 20 according to the following instreuctions Release the black lid lock mechanism at the Head end of Baby Pod 20 and gently slide the front section of the viewing lid towards the back of the device Place Baby Pod 20 on a smooth surface for re assembly ...

Page 10: ...pwards and over the back of the device until it rests on the surface on which the device is placed being careful not to bump the viewing lid on any surrounding objects Beginning with the Head and Foot sections place Shock Absorbent Foam pieces back inside the interior of Baby Pod 20 Attach the 4 Infant Positioning Straps one at each end of each interior locating rail using the pre stitched hook ma...

Page 11: ... the Foot sections already in place When foam is properly located secure Side foam to the Baby Pod 20 interior via the popper located on the back blue side of each Side section Insert the Base foam section into the bottom of the Baby Pod making sure to keep the 4 Infant Positioning Straps Accessible On top of this place Vacuum Mattress with the vacuum port at the Foot end of Baby Pod 20 with the v...

Page 12: ...ed Once activated the TransWarmer should be turned so that the soft non woven side faces up DO NOT place a baby directly on the printed side of the TransWarmer Infant Transport Mattress Attach one End and two Side Stretcher Fixing Straps to Baby Pod 20 Insert male latch into female anchor buckle Listen for the click to indicate a secure connection Carefully close Viewing Lid back over the Baby Pod...

Page 13: ...ly engage with the black O ring hidden from view to suction air from inside the mattress If operating properly the Vacuum Mattress should lose its moldability and become stiff Once the Vacuum Mattress has been suctioned successfulkly depress grey tab on the Vacuum Mattress valve to close valve Check mattress to see that it does not re inflate but retains its molded shape Re connect the valve secti...

Page 14: ...der buckle Grasp the webbing and pull away from the slider buckle to tighten the strap Make sure that the End Strap is securely tightened around the stretcher foot bar Re check the security of all Stretcher Fixing Straps to ensure patient safety before transport Section 6 2 Opening Baby Pod 20 Release the black lid lock mechanism at the Head end of Baby Pod 20 and gently slide the front section of...

Page 15: ...ss DO NOT place a baby directly onto the printed side of the TransWarmer mattress Section 6 5 Operating Vacuum Mattress Check to see that the Vacuum Mattress valve is at the baby s feet Valve should be open with the long and short tubing sections engaged black O ring hidden Check to see that the baby is in the desired position for transport Place vacuum source into short tubing section on Vacuum M...

Page 16: ...e side and cross them over the baby s torso Secure the straps together using the pre stitched hook velcro tab Repeat this procedure with the corresponding head and foot straps on the opposite side The two Infant Positioning Straps when properly engaged should form an X across the baby s torso Infant Positioning Straps should be snug across the baby s torso but not apply undue pressure Improper use...

Page 17: ... or irritation while TransWarmer Infant Transport Mattress is in use Monitor infant s temperature while TransWarmer Infant Transport Mattress is in use To minimise heat loss during transport leave patient access port in Viewing Lid in the closed position during transport unless the baby requires active care Section 6 9 Removing baby from Baby Pod 20 To remove baby from Baby Pod 20 release the blac...

Page 18: ...ormance of the unit Even with normal use Baby Pod 20 may eventually need to be refurbished Contact our Customer Service Department for further information on refurbishment of Baby Pod 20 Inspect Baby Pod 20 s Outer Shell for cracks and abrasions First inspect the inner carbon fiber surface of Baby Pod 20 s Outer Shell Note Smoothness is not a requirement Natural irregularities in texture due to th...

Page 19: ...for step by step safety inspection instructions and Section 5 4 for testing procedures Note Only genuine Baby Pod 20 parts and accessories should be used to replace any components or accessories For replacement or additional parts contact our customer service department at Tel 44 0 1787 376493 Fax 44 0 1787 312707 Email info babypod com Section 9 Storage of Baby Pod 20 Baby Pod 20 should be stored...

Page 20: ... excess of two hours Baby Pod 20 used outside prescribed environmental conditions Damaged due to sharp objects or blunt force Inadequate connection Vacuum Mattress not cor rectly suctioned Infant Positioning Straps not properly secured Baby Pod 20 Viewing Lid not properly secured Correction Activate TransWarmer Mattress before placing baby in Baby Pod 20 Activate new TransWarmer Mattress after two...

Page 21: ...nner layer and has transparent shields for viewing the baby Baby Pod 20 contains a patient positionings vacuum mattress stretcher fixing straps to secure the device for transport and safety straps to position the baby inside the device during transport Safety Inspection Steps Prior to operating Baby Pod 20 1 Unpack Baby Pod 20 2 Inspect Baby Pod 20 3 Re assemble Baby Pod 20 4 Test the Vacuum Mattr...

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Page 24: ...re Technology Ltd Northern Road Chilton Industrial Estate Sudbury Suffolk CO10 2ZB United Kingdom Tel 44 0 1787 376493 Fax 44 0 1787 312707 Web www babypod com This is Version 1 0 03 17 of the Baby Pod 20 Operator s Manual introduced March 2017 ...

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