GE Giraffe Blue Spot PT Lite, Operation, Maintenance And Service Manual

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2.2 Operation
WARNING:
Prolonged exposure to any phototherapy light may cause eye damage. Prolonged stay in
the area irradiated by the phototherapy equipment may cause some effects on the operator.
Never look directly at the light. Infants should wear eye protection during therapy. Take care to
protect the eyes of infants adjacent to the treatment area.
WARNING:
Light can adversely affect drugs and other infusion liquids. When using intravenous delivery
systems during phototherapy, shield any tubing with appropriate material. Do not store drugs
or infusion liquids directly in the light path.
WARNING:
It is recommended to set the incubator or warmer in baby controlled (servo) mode when these
devices are used with phototherapy light. Always monitor the infant’s temperature and make
the appropriate adjustments to avoid temperature fluctuations during phototherapy.
WARNING:
Phototherapy light can affect the temperature in the thermoregulation devices (incubators,
radiant warmers or heated mattresses) and may raise the patient’s body temperature. Always
monitor the infant’s temperature and make the appropriate adjustments to these devices to
avoid temperature fluctuations during phototherapy.
WARNING:
Using reflective foils to increase the efficacy of phototherapy may cause hazardous patient
body temperatures.
WARNING:
Oxygen enriched environments greatly reduce the temperature at which materials burn. Be
extremely careful to remove all opaque materials from the immediate light path when using
the light while administering oxygen.
WARNING:
Follow hospital policy and procedure for bilirubin, temperature, skin and eye assessments
during use of phototherapy.
CAUTION:
To avoid the device overheating, do not block any of the vents on the light box.
CAUTION:
Do not place opaque objects in the direct light path. Light energy can cause heating and
damage to nontransparent materials.
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Chapter 2: Product Setup and Operation