Introduction
The Ranger blood/fluid warming system includes a warming unit that uses dry heat transfer
method, and disposable fluid warming and irrigation sets. The Ranger warming unit is
designed to warm blood, blood products, and liquids and deliver these at flow rates from
KVO to 500 mL/min. At these flow rates, the device maintains fluid output temperatures
ranging from 33°C to 41°C. It takes less than 2 minutes to warm up to the 41°C set point
temperature.
Disposable sets include IV blood/fluid sets for standard flow and high flow applications, and
an irrigation set with patient line for flow rates up to 30L/hr. Disposable sets are sterile (fluid
pathway unless otherwise indicated), latex-free, single-use only (unless otherwise indicated, ie:
24601, 24602).
The Ranger warming unit is designed to be mounted to an IV pole. A handle located on the
top of the unit makes transport easy. When mounted to the IV pole, the unit fits easily above a
Bair Hugger* warming unit.
Indications for use
The Ranger blood/fluid warming system is intended to warm blood, blood products and liquids.
Warnings and precautions
DANGER
Explosion hazard. Do not use in the presence of flammable anesthetics.
WARNING
•Electrical shock hazard. Do not open the warming unit case.
•Do not substitute other devices for the Ranger warming unit or Ranger disposable sets.
Thermal or electrical injury or device damage may occur.
•Never infuse fluids if air bubbles are present in the fluid line, as air embolism may result.
•Do not continue use of the unit if the over-temperature alarm continues to sound and the
temperature does not return to the set point temperature. Immediately stop fluid flow and
discard the disposable set. Have the warming unit tested by a biomedical technician or call
Arizant Healthcare* Customer Service.
CAUTION
•Do not immerse the blood/fluid warming unit. Wipe with a clean, slightly damp cloth.
•To prevent tipping, clamp the Ranger warming unit to an IV pole with a
minimum 14" (35.6 cm) radius wheelbase and at a height no higher than 44" (112 cm).
Failure to do so may result in damage to the product or catheter site trauma.
Before servicing equipment
All repair, calibration, and servicing of this equipment must be performed by Arizant
Healthcare Inc. or an authorized service technician. 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 operator’s manual.
•The equipment is installed in an environment that does not meet the appropriate
electrical and grounding requirements.
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Blood/Fluid Warming System
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