C H A P T E R 1
P
RODUCT
D
ESCRIPTION
The neoBLUE
mini LED Phototherapy System consists of two components – the neoBLUE mini
phototherapy light enclosure and the adjustable arm with pole mount.
1.1 Intended Use
The neoBLUE mini LED Phototherapy System is intended for the treatment of neonatal
hyperbilirubinemia. The light can be used for infants in an open bed, incubator, bassinet, or
radiant warmer.
1.2 Physical Characteristics
The neoBLUE mini device is a mobile phototherapy light that delivers a narrow band of high-
intensity blue light via light emitting diodes (LEDs) to provide treatment for neonatal
hyperbilirubinemia.
The light is housed in a lightweight plastic enclosure. The light can be positioned in multiple
positions and used with a variety of patient enclosures such as open beds, incubators,
bassinets, or radiant warmers.
The arm is designed to attach to poles with 0.75 to 1.5 inch (1.91 to 3.81 cm) diameters.
The light output is optimized to provide a peak intensity of 30-35 µW/cm
2
/nm. Blue LEDs emit
light in the range of 400 – 550 nm (peak wavelength 450-470 nm). This range corresponds to
the spectral absorption of light by bilirubin, and is thus considered to be the most effective for
the degradation of bilirubin.
LEDs have minimal light output degradation over their lifetime with proper use. , The user can
adjust the output of the LEDs using the potentiometer located on the side of the light enclosure.
The light is expected to operate as specified for at least 3,000 hours.
1.3 Power Requirements and Accessories
The light runs off a 12V DC power supply. The power supply is mains-power operated. The
power unit is supplied pre-attached to the pole mount portion of the arm. Grooves in the bottom
of the arm hold the power cord for safe cable management.
neoBLUE
®
mini System Service Manual
P/N 051466F
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