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Introduction to the 3M™ Bair Paws™
Patient Adjustable Warming System
The 3M
TM
Bair Paws
TM
patient adjustable warming system consists of the Model 875 forced-
air warming unit and disposable warming gowns� The Bair Paws Model 875 warming
unit can provide comfort warming and prewarming to patients in preoperative settings� In
postoperative settings the warming unit can provide comfort warming�
This manual includes operating instructions and unit specifications for the Model 875
warming unit� Please refer to the Instructions for Use for more information about the gowns�
The Bair Paws system should only be used by trained medical professionals�
Bair Paws Model 875 Warming Unit
The Bair Paws Model 875 warming unit has
the following key elements: a blower, a heating
element, and a handheld temperature controller�
The warming unit delivers warmed air through
a hose that is connected to a port in a Bair Paws
gown� The patient can adjust the air temperature
and airflow using the temperature controller�
Bair Paws Warming Gowns
The Bair Paws single-use warming gown
completely covers and surrounds the patient
except for the head, hands and feet� The gown
has an integral, channeled insert that delivers
ambient and warm air through small perforations
to warm the patient� Air channels and hose ports
enable comfort and prewarming with a Bair Paws
800 series warming unit or clinical warming
with a 3M
TM
Bair Hugger
TM
500 or 700 series
temperature management unit� The gown also has
fastener strips on each shoulder that provide easy
access to the patient’s arms and chest� The Bair
Paws warming gowns are latex-free and are sized
for pediatric and adult patients�
For additional information on Bair Paws gowns, or other
accessories visit us online at bairpaws�com�