Theratherm™ Digital Moist Heating Pad
PRECAUTIONARY INSTRUCTIONS
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Precautionary Instructions
The precautionary instructions found in this section and
throughout this manual are indicated by specific symbols.
Understand these symbols and their definitions before operating
this equipment. The definition of these symbols are as follows:
=CAUTION-
Text with a “CAUTION” indicator will
explain possible Safety infractions that
could have the potential to cause minor to
moderate injury or damage to equipment.
=WARNING-
Text with a “WARNING” indicator will
explain possible Safety infractions that
will potentially cause serious injury and
equipment damage.
=DANGER-
Text with a “DANGER” indicator will
explain possible Safety infractions that are
imminently hazardous situations that
would result in death or serious injury.
=EXPLOSION HAZARD-
Text with an “Explosion Hazard” indicator
will explain possible safety infractions if
this equipment is used in the presence of
flammable anesthetics.
NOTE:
Throughout this manual “NOTE” may be found. These
are helpful information to aid in the particular area or function
being described.
CAUTION:
Burn or skin injury
• Unplug when not in use.
• DO NOT use while sleeping.
• DO NOT use on an infant or small child.
• DO NOT apply over insensitive skin or in the presence
of poor circulation.
• Burns can occur regardless of control settings. Check
skin under pad frequently to avoid burning and blistering.
• Never use pad without cover in place.
• DO NOT sit on or crush pad. Avoid sharpfolds in pad.
• DO NOT expose heating pad or digital control to liquids as
damage could occur to the heating pad or digital control.
• Treatment time should not exceed 30 minutes.
• Carefully examine inner cover before each use.
Discard the pad if inner covering shows any signs of
deterioration.
• DO NOT use pins or other connecting means to fasten
pad in place.
• Never pull pad by the supply cord and do not use cord
as a handle.
• Individuals with circulation problems should consult
with a physician before using this product.
• DO NOT sit or lie on the pad.
• DO NOT use pad directly over cuts, abrasions or open
wounds.
• Exercise extreme caution when using pad on
non-communicative individuals.
• Handle control mechanism with care.
• DO NOT use pad as a bed warmer or foot warmer.
• Physiological Effects.
Read, understand and practice the precautionary and operating instructions found in this
manual. Know the limitations and hazards associated with using any electrical
stimulation device. Observe the precautionary and operational decals placed on the unit.
