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Bair Hugger Model 500/OR Temperature Management Unit Operator’s Manual
English
ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD
Do not disassemble the temperature management unit; refer to authorized technical personnel. There
are electrically live parts within the unit when it is connected to the power source, even when the
switches are in the OFF position.
ELECTRICAL INTERFERENCE
If radio frequency interference with monitoring equipment should occur, connect the temperature
management unit to a different power source.
Read Before Servicing Equipment
The repair, calibration, and servicing of the temperature management unit requires the skill of quali-
fied technical personnel who are familiar with good practice for medical device repair. If service is
designated as not requiring the manufacturer’s attention, the technical information is provided in the
Service Manual or will be provided, upon request, by Arizant Healthcare Inc.
REFER TO SERVICE MANUAL
Perform all repairs and maintenance in accordance with the instructions in the Service Manual.
SAFETY INSPECTION
Perform a safety inspection after making repairs to the temperature management unit and before
returning the unit to service. A safety inspection must include a test of the operating temperatures
(described in the Service Manual), the Over Heat Alarm system, as well as a leakage current test.
PROPER USE AND MAINTENANCE
Arizant Healthcare Inc. assumes no responsibility for the reliability, performance, or safety of the
equipment if:
• Modifications or repairs are performed by unauthorized personnel.
• The equipment is used in a manner other than that described in the Operation or Service Manuals.
• The equipment is installed in an environment that does not meet the relevant grounding requirements.
Setup and Operation
The Bair Hugger brand Total Temperature Management system is easy to set up and to use. Follow
the instructions provided with each blanket for specific information.
1) Place the Bair Hugger blanket on the patient with the perforated side (the side with small holes)
against the patient’s skin.
2) Insert the hose of the temperature management unit in the hose port on the blanket. Use a
twisting motion to ensure a snug fit (see Figure A).
Figure A.
