User Manual: Hot Dog Veterinary Patient Warming System Controller
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Use over-body warming instead of under-body warming on patients with multiple risk factors
such as short hair, poor circulation, severe illness that may impact circulation, or long-duration
procedures (> 2 hours).
Do not expose the Hot Dog Warming Blanket to a continuous exchange of cold irrigation fluids.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
When using the Hot Dog Warming Blanket above the patient:
Use on the warmest setting appropriate to the patient condition and procedure for maximum
effectiveness.
Place the Hot Dog Warming Blanket directly on the patient with the sensor in contact with the
patient.
When using the Hot Dog Warming Blanket under the patient or wrapped around the
patient:
Do not use heat settings above 40°C unless you have a towel placed between the patient and the
Hot Dog Warming Blanket.
The sensor should be in contact with the patient. A towel between the sensor and the patient is
acceptable.
Ensure that adequate steps are taken to mitigate pressure.
PROPER USE AND MAINTENANCE
Do not open the Hot Dog Controller. There are no user-serviceable parts. If service is required,
contact Technical Support (see
page 14
). The manufacturer assumes no responsibility for the
reliability, performance, or safety of the Hot Dog Patient Warming System if any of the following
events occur:
•
The Hot Dog Controller is disassembled or serviced by an unauthorized person.
•
The System’s components are used in a manner other than described in the User Manuals.
•
The Hot Dog Controller is installed in an environment that does not meet the appropriate
electrical and grounding requirements.
The Hot Dog Controller is grounded and should not be attached to un-grounded tables intended
for use with a hyfrecator or equivalent devices.