ThermoTek VascuTherm 4, User Manual

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Problem/Alarm Screen Cause Suggested Actions
The wrap is leaking fluid. The coolant ports are
not connected/seated
properly.
Disconnect and reseat all fluid
connections on the umbilical/
hose assembly.
Physical damage to
the unit.
If the wrap is leaking, turn the
unit off and remove the wrap
from the patient immediately.
If the patient is utilizing a sterile
wrap, the wound site may
need to be cleaned. Consult a
physician for proper wound care.
Inspect the wrap for physical
damage. If the wrap shows
any signs of puncture or tear,
the wrap should not be used.
Discard the wrap and contact
the clinic or DME for assistance.
Problem/Alarm Screen Cause Suggested Actions
The wrap is uncomfortable
and/or is compressing too
tightly.
The wrap is kinked. Check if wrap is kinked as to not allow
the air from the wrap to deflate.
Readjust or reapply wrap to alleviate
the kink.
The wrap may be installed
too tightly.
Stop compression therapy. Remove
and reapply following Therapy Wrap
instruction.
Internal fault within the
therapy unit.
Check the compression level on the
“Monitor Screen”. Compression levels
should never exceed 50mmHg for
Standard Compression and 100mmHg
for DVT Compression.
If the unit is displaying a pressure that
exceeds these values for the therapies
listed, stop compression immediately
and contact ThermoTek customer
support.
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