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Ref No. TN300 EN-01
11.6
Fluid escapes from the TECOTHERM NEO System
Also see section 11.4 of this IfU
Attention
Large amounts of fluid are observed escaping from
the system.
Possibly alarm
Low Fluid Level
is appearing because of leakage
Attention
Skin contact with the TECOmed fluid is harmless.
Do not swallow or ingest fluid!
Case 1
Fluid escapes from the TECOTHERM NEO device
Caused by
Suddenly appearing internal defect or leak in the circulation system.
Fluid is escaping from inside the unit due to defect or leaking parts or components.
Splashes and wetness at, near or below the device.
Management/ Elimination
STOP OPERATION, POWER OFF,
UNPLUG MAINS
.
Replace TECOTHERM NEO device by a replacement unit or a spare unit.
Put new system into operation/ Start operation following IfU
Contact your local service.
Case 2
Fluid escapes from the mattress or hoses
Caused by
Suddenly appearing defect or leak in the mattress, along hoses
or in coupling connections.
Wetness in the close vicinity of the patient is possible.
Management/ Elimination
STOP OPERATION, POWER OFF,
UNPLUG MAINS
.
Try to localize the defect or leak. If you find the defect: Change defective component.
NOTE
Possibly you have to refill fluid, see Section 8.5 and 8.6.
Replace TECOTHERM NEO device by a replacement unit or a spare unit.
Put new system into operation/ Start operation following IfU.
Contact your local service.
