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Summary of safety precautions
Always read and strictly follow the warnings and cautions listed on this page. Service only by qualified personnel.
WARNING
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Always turn or re-position the patient over the duration of therapy, if possible, to reduce the risk of pressure ulcers.
Follow your hospital protocol.
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Always check the integrity of the patients skin and temperature according to hospital protocol when using the
Altrix
system.
CAUTION
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Improper usage of the product can cause injury to the patient or operator. Operate the product only as described in
this manual.
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Do not modify the product or any components of the product. Modifying the product can cause unpredictable
operation resulting in injury to patient or operator. Modifying the product also voids its warranty.
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Shock Hazard - Improper handling of the power cord may damage the power cord and cause potential shock
hazards. If damage has occurred to the power cord, immediately remove the temperature management system from
service to avoid the risk of serious injury or death. Contact the appropriate maintenance personnel.
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Take special precautions regarding electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) when using medical electrical equipment
like
Altrix
. Install and place
Altrix
into service according to the EMC information located in the EMC section of this
manual. Portable and mobile RF communications equipment can affect the function of
Altrix
.
•
Shock Hazard. If the internal electrical components are exposed, because the side panel or cover are compromised,
remove the product from use.
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Always make sure that the product reaches room temperature before you setup or operate the product.
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Before first use, disinfect the internal water circuit.
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Do not use
Altrix
located near or stacked with other medical equipment. If it is necessary to locate
Altrix
near other
medical equipment, make sure it operates as intended.
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Always apply the wheel locks to prevent unintended movement.
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Always use Stryker accessories. Only IEC 60601-1 equipment shall be hooked to the patient temperature ports.
Failure to comply with these instructions may invalidate any or all warranties and may negatively affect the products
EMC performance. This also protects the product from cardiac defibrillation.
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Avoid the use of materials of good thermal conductivity, such as water, gel, or similar substances, with the
Altrix
system not powered on. This can decrease the temperature of the body of a patient.
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Do not apply thermal transfer devices to patients with ischemic limbs. This may result in harm to the patient.
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Do not use this product if the patient has a transdermal medication (patch) as this can result in increased drug
delivery.
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Always pre-fill the thermal transfer device with sterile distilled water before you apply it to the patient. This is to
reduce the risk of pressure ulcers.
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Electric shock. This equipment must only be connected to a supply mains with protective earth.
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Always plug this product directly into a properly grounded hospital-grade or medical-grade wall outlet to achieve
grounding reliability.
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Do not use high frequency surgical instruments or endocardial catheters while the
Altrix
system is in use. This is to
avoid the risk of electrical shock, burns, or electromagnetic interference.
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Explosion risk. This product is not suitable for use in the presence of flammable anesthetic mixture with air or with
oxygen or nitrous oxide other than nasal or mask type.
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Do not place cables, hoses, or power cord in walkways to avoid the risk of trip hazards.
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Avoid reduction in water flow. Do not connect two or more thermal transfer devices in a series on a single port.
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