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Operation
Disconnecting the insulated hoses
To disconnect the insulated hoses:
1.
To disconnect, push back on the retaining collar of the port on the controller.
2. Pull the hose to disconnect.
Connecting and disconnecting thermal transfer devices
Read the operations manual for the individual thermal transfer devices for warnings, cautions, and safe operating
instructions before use.
CAUTION
• Avoid the use of materials of good thermal conductivity, such as water, gel, or similar substances, with the Altrix
system not powered on. This can decrease the temperature of the body of a patient.
• Do not apply thermal transfer devices to patients with ischemic limbs. This may result in harm to the patient.
• Do not use this product if the patient has a transdermal medication (patch) as this can result in increased drug
delivery.
• Always use Stryker accessories. Failure to comply with these instructions may invalidate any or all warranties and
may negatively affect the products EMC performance. This also protects the product from cardiac defibrillation.
• Do not use three or more adult Mul-T-Blanket products at the same time to avoid the risk of water overflow when the
controller is powered off.
• Always pre-fill the thermal transfer device with sterile distilled water before you apply it to the patient. This is to
reduce the risk of pressure ulcers.
• Avoid reduction in water flow. Do not connect two or more thermal transfer devices in series on a single port.
• Always clamp the hoses when disconnecting the thermal transfer devices.
To connect or disconnect the Clik-Tite ® connectors ( Figure 12 on page 24 ) to the insulated hoses.
Figure 12: Clik-Tite
To connect or disconnect the Colder style ( Figure 13 on page 24 ) to the insulated hoses.
Figure 13: Colder style connectors
To close or open hose clamps ( Figure 14 on page 25 ).