User Manual: Hot Dog Veterinary Patient Warming System Controller
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INTRODUCTION
Device Description
The Hot Dog Veterinary Patient Warming System (“System”) consists of the Hot Dog Controller,
reusable Warming Blankets. This manual includes use and maintenance instructions and
specifications for the Hot Dog Controller Model WC52-VET. For information about Hot Dog
warming blankets, refer to the User Manual provided with each blanket.
The Hot Dog Controller is designed to help maintain normothermia in patients before, during and
after surgical procedures and to help prevent unintended hypothermia. The system is powered and
controlled by an electronic control unit. Warming blankets are powered at low voltage, ensuring
safety for patients and operators. Warming temperatures are controlled automatically to user-
selected levels, and over-temperature safety shut-offs are integrated into the Controller as well as
into each warming blanket.
The Hot Dog Controller can be placed on a flat surface or mounted on an IV pole. The System
can be operated continuously to maintain uniform heat under or over the patient, depending on
which warming blanket is selected. It is the responsibility of the user to determine whether
warming is appropriate for each individual patient. The System should not be used when clinical
considerations indicate that warming of the patient is not advisable.
Indications for Use
The System is intended to prevent or treat hypothermia and to provide warmth to patients. The
System should be used in circumstances in which patients may not maintain a state of
normothermia. The System is intended primarily for use in hospitals and surgical centers
including, without limitation, operating, recovery, and emergency rooms and on medical/surgical
floors.
Contraindications
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DO NOT warm patients during aortic cross-clamping; thermal injury may result.
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DO NOT warm patients with ischemic or non-perfused limbs; thermal injury may result.
