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* Patient Warming Systems
M000 Control Unit Operator’s Manual: U .S .
The KIMBERLY-CLARK* Patient Warming System M000 Control Unit should be
stored and used within the following specific operating conditions:
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Operating Temperatures: 0ºC to 27ºC (50º to 80ºF)
Storage Temperatures: -30ºC to 50ºC (-20º to -20ºF)
NOTE: At higher room operating temperatures, the cooling capability is
compromised and the ability to cool a patient may be compromised. Therefore,
the unit’s cooling capacity is de-rated at an ambient temperature above 27ºC (80ºF).
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Operating: 5% to 70% relative humidity, non-condensing
Storage: 5% to 95% relative humidity, non-condensing
The Patient Warming System is intended for monitoring and controlling
patient temperature . The indications for use of the device include any condition
where patient temperature control within a range covering mild hypothermia to
normothermia is required .
There are no known contraindications for the use of a thermoregulatory system .
The KIMBERLY-CLARK* Thermal Pads should not be placed on skin that is ulcerated,
burned, is poorly perfused or non-perfused, or has the appearance of rash . While
there are no known allergies to the hydrogel materials used in this product, caution
should be exercised with any patient who has a history of skin allergies or sensitivities .
CAUTION: This product is to be used by or under the supervision of trained,
qualified medical personnel.
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Do not use the KIMBERLY-CLARK* Control Unit in the presence of flammable
agents because an explosion and/or fire may result .
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Kimberly-Clark will not be responsible for patient safety or equipment
performance if the procedure to operate, maintain, modify or service the
Control Unit is other than those specified by Kimberly-Clark . Anyone
performing the procedures must be appropriately trained and qualified .
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There is a risk of electrical shock and hazardous moving parts . Refer servicing
to qualified personnel .
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Power cable has a hospital grade plug . Grounding reliability can only be achieved
when connected to an equivalent receptacle marked “hospital use”
or “hospital grade .”
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When using the Patient Warming System, note that any other thermal conductive
systems, such as water blankets and water gels, in use while warming or cooling with
the Patient Warming System may alter or interfere with patient temperature control .
.3 Environmental
Conditions
.4 Indications
for Use
.5 Contraindications
for Use
.6 General Warnings