
OPERATION AND TECHNICAL MANUAL BLANKETROL III, Model 233
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WARNING
Do not use the BLANKETROL III system in the presence of flammable anesthetics.
Risk of
explosion can result.
Remove the BLANKETROL III from service if the outer casing or membrane control panel is cracked
or internal components are exposed.
Contact with internal components could result in electric
shock or thermal injury to the patient or operator and exposure to sharp edges.
Keep grill and condenser clean and free of debris and obstruction.
Blockage of the grill and
condenser could result in the unit overheating which could render the unit unable to provide
adequate therapy and excessive surface temperatures could cause injury of patient or
operator
.
Keep unit, specifically the grill away from curtains or other obstructions.
The USB connection on the BLANKETROL III unit is intended for data transfer to a computer.
Any
other uses/connections may result in damage to the BLANKETROL III unit.
Working with electronic boards, plugs, and cables requires delicate handling. Proper
electrostatic
discharge (ESD)
procedures should be followed during replacement of any electronic board.
Failure to do so may result in damage to the board.
If unit requires repair, do not attempt to fix unit on your own. Only qualified personnel should perform
repairs.
Damage to the unit or malfunction may otherwise result.
Use of accessories other than those specified in Table 6-8
may result in increased
electromagnetic emissions or decreased immunity to electromagnetic emissions
of the
BLANKETROL III unit. This could affect the BLANKETROL
III’s compatibility with other electrical
equipment. Electromagnetic compatibility refers to electronic devices unintentionally affecting the
operation of each other by emitting electromagnetic energy.
Power interruption will cause the BLANKETROL III to revert to
CHECK SET POINT
resulting in no
therapy to the patient. Follow instructions for desired mode to resume operation.
Failure to resume
therapy could result in serious injury or death.
Do not
by-pass ground lug (230V System).
Electrical Hazards may result.
To avoid the risk of electric shock, this equipment must only be connected to a supply mains with
protective earth.
Risk of electrical shock may occur.
Blanket punctures can result in an increased risk of infection or electrical shock.
Inspect all
blankets for mechanical damage before use. Do not use in proximity to sharp objects.
Any time water is found leaking into or around the unit, connecting hose, and/or blanket, turn the
unit off, disconnect the power cord from its power source, and correct the problem before
proceeding.
Proper maintenance procedures should be followed including, but not limited to, the
preventative maintenance described in this manual. Leaky blankets or hoses should never be
used.
Water leaks could present a slip hazard and risk of infection and could lead to
electric shock.
Exercise extreme caution if the BLANKETROL III System is used on patients with cardiac issues,
for example, patients with pacemakers, or when a probe is inserted in or attached to the patient.
Failure to properly monitor patient may result in serious injury or death.
Due to electromagnetic compatibility, the BLANKETROL III unit should not be used adjacent to or
stacked with other equipment.
Potential electromagnetic interference may result.
Other
equipment includes ventilators, patient monitors, anesthesia delivery equipment, etc.
Electromagnetic interference refers to electronic devices unintentionally affecting the operation of
each other by emitting electromagnetic energy. Unit complies with IEC 60601-1-2.
If the BLANKETROL III unit or the other equipment is not operating normally, remove the device
from service and have a biomedical or service technician observe the device in operation. Refer
to Section 7 for recommended separation distances between other equipment and the
BLANKETROL III.
Failure to do so may result in damage to the BLANKETROL III system
and patient injury.