MN-28646 • Rev 4 • 03/18 • EC Series Fluid Combination Blanket/Fluid Warmer
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Operation Instructions
Load blankets only to the top of
the blanket support assembly.
NOTICE:
The blanket support assembly and shelf must be
installed to prevent blankets from scorching or
discoloring.
Do not use blanket cleaning agents that cause
fabric to become brittle over time.
To enable the warmer to function properly, do
not overload the interior. Blankets must not
exceed the height of the support assembly.
Allow 1" (25mm) gap between the top interior
walls or shelf and the blankets.
A temporary odor may be noticeable upon initial
start-up. Contact the manufacturer if the odor
persists aft er a day or more of continuous use.
WARNING
The blanket support assembly and shelf
must be installed to prevent personal injury.
1. Connect the warmer to an appropriate hospital grade
receptacle — specifi ed on the electrical information
page.
2. Locate the circuit breaker at the back of the
warmer.
3. Push the circuit breaker to the ON (I) position.
4. Press the "ON/OFF" button
5
. The on/off
status indicator
1
illuminates. The previous
temperature set-point is displayed
4
.
5. Press the up arrow button
2
or down arrow button
3
to adjust the temperature set-point
4
. The
temperature set-point range is 37°C to 93°C
(98°F to 200°F).
6. Ensure that the blanket support assembly and shelf
is installed.
7. Load the chamber with dry, cotton blankets
or towels.
NOTE:
Do not warm items containing plastic, rubber
or metal snaps, studs, hooks, etc. A full load of
blankets takes two (2) to three (3) hours to reach
optimum temperature.
8. Ensure the warmer door is securely closed.
9. Rotate the load of blankets or towels daily. Move the
blankets or towels at the bottom of the load to the top.
NOTE:
Failure to rotate the blankets can cause blankets
to discolor aft er an extended period of time.
POWER
CIRCUIT BREAKER
SWITCH
Operating the Blanket Chamber
180
.
F
1
5
4
3
2
