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Periodically  check  skin  where  wrap  is  applied  for  skin  discolor-
ation, numbness, blisters, etc., which can indicate a potential burn. 
If detected, discontinue use and consult a physician.

Close  supervision  is  necessary  when  this  appliance  is  used  by, 
on, or near children, invalids, or disabled persons. This appliance 
should not be used by or on children without parental supervision.

Use  this  appliance  only  for  its  intended  use  as  described  in  this 
manual. DO NOT use attachments not recommended by the manu-
facturer.    

Never  operate  this  appliance  if  it  has  a  damaged  cord  or  plug,  if 
it  is  not  working  properly,  if  it  has  been  dropped  or  damaged,  or 
dropped into water.

Type BF Applied part complying with IEC 60601-1 and UL 60601-1 
to provide protection against electric shock.

Alternating current.

“ON” (power: connection to the mains).

“OFF” (power: disconnection to the mains). 

Notes, Cautions And Warnings

Notes, cautions and warnings are used to highlight certain operating procedures 
and recommendations. A Note indicates a special procedure, an exception to nor-
mal operation or something else of specific interest to the reader. Notes are preceded 
by the word “Note” in italics.

The Caution or Warning symbol precedes an operational step that could 
damage  the  instrument  if  the  user  does  not  take  certain  precautions. 
Cautions  or  Warnings  are  located  in  the  main  text,  are  preceded  by  a 
Caution  or  Warning  statement  and  are  accompanied  by  this  symbol  in 
the left margin.

Caution: risk of electric shock.

 

Important Safety Instructions

Read all instructions before using.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for medical 
devices to the IEC 60601-1.

Follow local governing ordinances and recycling plans regarding disposal or recy-
cling of device components.

Grounding reliability can only be achieved when the equipment is connected to an 
equivalent receptacle marked ‘hospital only’ or ‘hospital grade’.

When using an electrical appliance, especially when children are present, basic 
safety precautions should always be followed.

Safety Symbols And Warnings

DANGER –To reduce the risk of electric shock:
1. Always unplug this appliance from the electrical outlet immediately 
after using and before cleaning.
2. DO NOT use while bathing or in a shower.
3. DO NOT place or store appliance where it can fall or be pulled into a 
tub or sink. DO NOT place in or drop into water or other liquid.
4. DO NOT reach for a product that has fallen into water. Unplug imme-
diately.

An appliance should never be left unattended when plugged in. Unplug 
from outlet when not in use, and before putting on or taking off parts.

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 1. Ensure the top of the appliance is properly installed and the handle is fully 

engaged prior to carrying the appliance.

  2. DO NOT carry this appliance by supply cord or use cord as a handle.
  3. Keep the cord away from heated surfaces.
  4. Never  operate  the  appliance  without  the  Fluid  Canister,  the  Top  

Assembly, the Tubing Set, and the Wrap completely connected.

  5. Never operate the appliance with any foreign objects in the Fluid Canister.
  6. Never drop or insert any object into any opening.
  7. To disconnect, turn off power (

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” position), then remove plug from outlet.

  8. Use cooling surfaces carefully. Do not use over insensitive skin areas or in 

the presence of poor circulation. The unattended use of cooling by children 
or incapacitated persons may be dangerous. Consult your physician.

  9. DO NOT stand on or in the appliance.
 10. Do not use while sleeping or drowsy. 
 11. Do not place the appliance or operate the appliance while it is on a surface 

more than 3 feet above the floor.

 12.  Unplug  this  product  before  filling.  Fill  with  water  and  ice  only.  

Do not overfill.

13. Do not operate without water.
 14. Do not operate with hot water.

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Summary of Contents for VitalWrap System

Page 1: ...VitalWrap System Users Manual...

Page 2: ...manual completely prior to using the unit to ensure reliable and safe operation VitalWrap System Introduction 2 VitalWrap System Specifications 3 Warranty 4 System Operation 5 Notes Cautions And Warni...

Page 3: ...04 7 191 798 VitalWrap System Introduction A significant number of Americans suffer from some type of persistent or recurrent acute pain sufficient to significantly impact their lives The VitalWear Vi...

Page 4: ...l unit or the wrap Warranty VitalWear Inc guarantees this product free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of 1 year from the date of purchase except as noted below This warranty ext...

Page 5: ...ts Grounding reliability can only be achieved when the equipment is connected to an equivalent receptacle marked hospital only or hospital grade When using an electrical appliance especially when chil...

Page 6: ...lief of pain Fever reduction Control of bleeding Prevention or reduction of swelling of traumatic origin Prevention or reduction of inflammation Decrease of muscle guarding and spasm Temporary reducti...

Page 7: ...eas of recent hemorrhage or potential hemorrhage Application over areas of known malignancy Application over areas of acute inflammation Application over areas of infection Application over areas wher...

Page 8: ...ubing Set connector on the outside of the roll 2 Start Wrapping Place the bladder portion of the wrap around the treat ment area 3 Secure it Finish wrapping using the Velcro closure Connect the wrap t...

Page 9: ...ect and disconnect Wrapping Other Body Parts The 6 VitalWrap included with your system can be applied to the calf knee hamstring thigh hip upper and lower back abdomen and chest Please contact VitalWe...

Page 10: ...using the Velcro closure Connect the wrap to the Tubing Set by aligning the Orientation Dots as shown Press both but tons on the Tubing Set connector to connect and disconnect 1 2 3 1 2 3 Wrapping You...

Page 11: ...wrapping using the Velcro closure Connect the wrap to the Tubing Set by aligning the Orientation Dots as shown Press both but tons on the Tubing Set connector to connect and disconnect 1 2 3 1 2 3 Tub...

Page 12: ...onds c Repeat on opposite end D Wrap Procedures a Use a small blunt tool to depress left connector of wrap with dot facing up for 30 to 60 seconds b Reconnect tubing set to unit and wrap Pumping shoul...

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Page 15: ...VitalWear Inc 384 Oyster Point Blvd Suite 16 South San Francisco CA 94080 1968 www vitalwear com 1 800 553 4081 in U S or 650 553 4100 Part number 00033 Rev J Put a Wrap on PainSM...

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