Operation Manual
NORM-O-TEMP, Model 111W
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Water leaks present a risk of infection
and should be handled accordingly. Proper sanitation
procedures should be followed including, but not limited to, the preventative maintenance
described in this manual.
Leaky blanket/pad(s) or hoses should never be used.
Exercise extreme caution if the unit is used for patients who are electrically susceptible
(probe, catheter, or electrodes connected to the heart).
Do not position unit near any objects that can generate a strong electrical/magnetic field.
Potential electromagnetic interference may result.
To avoid the
risk of electric shock
, this equipment must only be connected to a supply mains
with protective earth.
Always
unplug the unit
before accessing internal components during service. Failure to
unplug the unit could result in
electric shock.
The repair, calibration, and servicing of the NORM-O-TEMP
®
unit should be performed by
qualified Medical Equipment Service Technicians, Certified Biomedical Engineering Technicians,
or Certified Clinical Engineers familiar with good repair practices for servicing medical devices,
and in accordance with instructions contained in the Operation/Technical Manual.
Improper
repair could result in damage to the NORM-O-TEMP
®
system and possible patient injury.
Before
returning the NORM-O-TEMP
®
unit to patient use
after
repairs, the FIRST TIME SET-
UP/SYSTEM TEST ROUTINE in the Operation/Technical Manual must
always
be performed.
Improper repair and inadequate maintenance can result in damage to the NORM-O-TEMP
®
system and patient injury.
Remove the NORM-O-TEMP
®
unit 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 the vents clean and free of debris and obstruction.
Blockage of the vents could result in
the unit overheating which could render the unit unable to provide adequate therapy;
excessive surface temperatures could cause injury of patient or operator. Keep unit,
specifically the vents away from curtains or other obstructions.
The warming of transdermal medications (patches) can
increase drug delivery, resulting in
possible injury to the patient.
Thermal injury may occur
if heating/cooling therapy is applied to ischemic limbs.
Means to maintain contact between the patient and the blanket during therapy may be
required and should not block the fluid pathways of the blanket or connecting hose.
Failure to
do so
may result in inadequate treatment.
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.
Use of materials of good thermal conductivity, such as water, gel, and similar substances, with
the NORM-O-TEMP
®
system not switched ON may decrease the temperature of the patient.
The area between the patient and the blanket should be kept dry to avoid injury to
patient.
Use only hospital grade plug
or
electric shock may result
.
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