Operation / Technical Manual
NORM-O-TEMP
®
, Model 111W
Page 47 of 82
5-3.
Maintenance of the NORM-O-TEMP
®
Exterior – Cleaning Instructions
The NORM-O-TEMP
®
unit is constructed of powder coated steel with a plastic top
that should be cleaned quarterly with water and mild detergent solution. For
cleaning and disinfecting, always use conventional hospital-approved topical
equipment cleaners and disinfectants that do not contain alcohol. Avoid alcohol and
other strong, undiluted disinfectants. These may cause staining of the device’s outer
skin. Thoroughly wipe down device with a damp cloth to remove any residue from
cleaning solutions. Ensure that all inaccessible cracks and crevices on the NORM-O-
TEMP
®
unit are reached during cleaning. In addition, ensure that all accessories
associated with the NORM-O-TEMP
®
system, including extension hoses, are cleaned
quarterly as well.
5-4.
Maintenance of the Hyper-Hypothermia Blanket / Pad(s)
This section describes the general maintenance for the reusable and disposable
blankets/pads. General maintenance tasks include cleaning, draining, and storing the
reusable blankets/pads.
5-4.1.
Cleaning / Maintenance of Reusable Blanket / Pad(s)
Cincinnati Sub-Zero reusable blankets/pads are constructed from biocompatible
polyurethane/urethane. Stains and debris can be wiped away with mild soap and
water. For cleaning, always use conventional hospital-approved topical cleaners
and disinfectants that do not contain alcohol. Avoid alcohol or strong, undiluted
disinfectants. These may cause staining of the device’s outer skin. Thoroughly rinse
product with clear water to remove any residue from cleaning solutions. DO NOT
use gas sterilization or autoclaving for cleaning and disinfecting the blankets/pads.
To drain the water from the reusable blankets/pads simply shut off power to the
unit and allow the water to drain from the blanket/pad back into the NORM-O-
TEMP
®
unit.
To store PLASTIPAD blankets/pads, loosely coil the hose lengthwise into the center
of the blanket/pad. Fold the blanket lengthwise into the center, 1/3 from the left
side and 1/3 from the right side. Do not fold the blankets/pads width-wise, as doing
so will crimp the tubing.
To store Gelli-Roll blankets/pads either lay them flat or roll the blanket/pad. Do not
fold the Gelli-Roll blankets/pads.
Disposal of blankets/pads are done in a means consistent with hospital policy
protocol for patient contact items.
5-4.2.
Cleaning / Maintenance of Disposable, Single-Patient Use Blanket /
Pad(s)
The reusable blanket/pad maintenance procedures do not apply to the disposable,
single-patient use blankets/pads. Disposal of blankets/pads are done in a means
consistent with hospital policy protocol for patient contact items.
