Embrace™ Nest Operation Manual (0602-50001-002)
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CHAPTER 4: SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND ERROR INDICATORS
It is important to understand and follow certain safety measures before using the Embrace™ Nest.
The precautions mentioned below are to prevent possible risk of injury to the patient or the
operator and ensure correct usage of the device.
4.1 WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS ON THE EQUIPMENT
Note carefully the various warning, caution and information labels that have been placed on the
AccuTemp™ Heater, WarmPak™ and BabyWrap™.
4.2 GENERAL EMBRACE™ NEST SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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Read this user manual before using the device.
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Read all labels/warnings/cautions on the AccuTemp™ Heater, WarmPak™ and BabyWrap™
before use.
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Do not attempt to use the device if an error indicator is displayed or if any component is
damaged.
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Do not heat the WarmPak™ in any way other than described here.
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Replace any part that is worn out.
Replace WarmPak™ after 6 months from date of first use
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Monitor the vital signs (such as body temperature, skin color, breathing) of the newborn in the
BabyWrap™ at regular intervals.
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Remove the newborn when the temperature of the WarmPak™ drops below the operating
temperature.
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Sanitize the WarmPak™ and the BabyWrap™ before every use as described in instructions for
cleaning in 6.1 CLEANING.
4.3 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR ACCUTEMP™ HEATER
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Only trained professionals, who have read this manual thoroughly should operate The
AccuTemp™ Heater
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Do not attempt to use the AccuTemp™ Heater if an error is indicated (see 4.4 ERROR
INDICATORS FOR THE ACCUTEMP™ HEATER)
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Do not open the lid during the heating process. Touching the heating surface during the heating
process may cause burn injury.
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Use a dry cloth to clean the AccuTemp™ Heater. Do not pour water on the unit or immerse the
unit in water.
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Keep the AccuTemp™ Heater away from exposure to external heat sources, sunlight, or rain.
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Only use the AccuTemp™ Heater to heat the WarmPak™. Heating any other substance or using it
inappropriately may damage the equipment and/or cause injury to the user.