HEAD WARMING WRAP
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
INTRODUCTION
The HotDog Head Warming Wrap is an accessory for the HotDog Patient Warming System. These instructions
apply to the following catalog numbers:
HotDog Accessory
Catalog Number
Quantity
Head Warming Wrap
B107
B507
1
HotDog Head Warming Wrap cables are provided separately.
INDICATIONS FOR USE
The HotDog Patient Warming System is intended to prevent or treat hypothermia and to provide warmth to
patients. The HotDog Patient Warming System should be used in circumstances in which patients may not
maintain a state of normothermia. The HotDog Patient Warming System is intended primarily for use in hospitals
and surgical centers including, without limitation, operating, recovery and emergency rooms and on
medical/surgical floors.
CONTRAINDICATIONS
DO NOT warm ischemic or non-perfused tissue; thermal injury may result. Examples include tissue distal to
aortic cross clamping, or when vasoconstrictive drugs would lead to severe, prolonged vasoconstriction.
DO NOT warm patients receiving transdermal medication; increased drug delivery may occur.
WARNINGS
EXPLOSION HAZARD – DO NOT use the HotDog Controller or Head Warming Wrap in the presence of
flammable anesthetics or oxygen-enriched environments such as hyperbaric chambers, oxygen tents, etc.
DO NOT place the heated area of the Head Warming Wrap under the patient.
Inspect the Head Warming Wrap prior to use for signs of damage or excessive wear such as cuts, holes, or
loose electrical connections. If signs of wear are evident, do not use the Head Warming Wrap until it is
inspected by technical staff.
DO NOT continue to use the HotDog Patient Warming System if the over-temperature indicator and/or alarm
continue to sound after reset.
The Head Warming Wrap is not sterile.
Use only with HotDog Controllers.
CAUTION
Federal law (USA) restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a licensed healthcare professional.
