WarmTouch WT-5900, Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ...Model WT 5900 Patient Warming System Operator sManual ...

Page 2: ... 2010 Nellcor Puritan Bennett LLC All rights reserved To obtain warranty information contact your local Nellcor representative ...

Page 3: ...matic Over Temperature Shutdown 10 Alarms 11 HEPA Filter 12 Wheel Locks 12 Symbols 13 Description of the Warming System 14 Installation 17 Overview 17 Cart Installation 18 IV Pole Installation 19 Patient Bed Installation 20 Using the Warming System 21 Overview 21 Power Supply Cord 21 Main Power 21 Temperature Control 22 Air Filter 23 Self Supporting Air Hose 23 Using WarmTouch CareQuilt and CareDr...

Page 4: ...erator s Manual Specifications 27 Overview 27 Warming System Specifications 27 Transport and Shipping in Shipping Container 28 Compliance 28 Manufacturer s Declaration 29 Electromagnetic Compatibility EMC 29 ...

Page 5: ...Information This section contains safety information requiring users to exercise appropriate caution while using the warming system The WARNING symbol identifies warnings Warnings alert the user to potential serious outcomes such as death injury or adverse events to the patient or user The CAUTION symbol identifies cautions Cautions alert the user to exercise care necessary for the safe and effect...

Page 6: ...pid combustion could result WARNING Possible burn hazard Do not apply heat directly to open wounds All patients wounds should be covered while using the warming system WARNING Possible patient burns Use caution and consider discontinuing use on patients during vascular surgery when an artery to an extremity is clamped Do not apply the warming system to ischemic limbs WARNING Possible patient burns...

Page 7: ...ntinue therapy when normothermia is reached WARNING The patient must be closely monitored for rewarming Vasodilation and possible hypotension can occur Use good judgment when selecting a temperature If unsure of proper setting consult with the attending physician WARNING The use of accessories and power cables other than those specified may result in increased emission and or decreased immunity of...

Page 8: ...les service center of the malfunction Service is only to be done by qualified personnel Caution The institution should follow local governing ordinances and recycling instructions regarding disposal or recycling of filter and device components or end of life of the product Caution The HEPA filter must be changed every 2 000 hours of operation Refer to the Routine Maintenance section in the Service...

Page 9: ...recent revision of this manual is available on the Internet at http www nellcor com serv manuals aspx Background Information There are numerous ways of warming your patient from cotton blankets to water mattresses Research has shown that low temperatures surrounding the patient are a major factor contributing to hypothermia 1 2 The warming system covers the patient with warm air and actively trans...

Page 10: ...r the patient s core body temperature There are several safety features of the warming system which make it safe and appropriate for such use Customized Warming Therapy Clinicians select a temperature range setting at the onset of warming therapy to help ensure the appropriate setting is selected for every patient Automatic Temperature Stepdown The warming system provides a 45 minute temperature s...

Page 11: ...Upon selection of a temperature key the system cancels the alarm and the blower operates at the desired temperature 2 Over temperature Alarm This condition causes a continuous audible alarm and a flashing visual alarm It appears when reaching the temperature safety limit and the control system turns off the heater Once the system air temperature returns to a safe operating temperature of between 3...

Page 12: ...event the cart from moving while in use The wheel locks must be released when moving the cart Press the wheel lock arm down to lock the wheel Lift the wheel lock arm to release the wheel lock Figure 1 Cart Wheel Lock Symbols The symbols identified are the symbols used on the warming system and warming system labeling Table 1 Symbols on the Warming Unit Attention symbol consult accompanying documen...

Page 13: ...Do not direct air from the hose to the patient free hosing use hose only with warming blankets Dangerous voltage Protection Class I Protection Type BF Date of manufacture Visual and audible alert Table 1 Symbols on the Warming Unit ...

Page 14: ...al patient the patient in the preoperative holding area the pregnant woman who shivers during epidural anesthesia due to hypothermia or any patient who is uncomfortable in the cold critical care environment Table 2 Symbols on the Warming Unit Shipping Label Keep away from sunlight Keep upright this side up Fragile Keep dry Relative humidity limitations 15 to 95 Temperature limitations 40 C to 70 C...

Page 15: ... of the Warming System Operator s Manual 15 Figure 2 Front View Figure 3 Control Panel Warning Indicator and Temperature Selection Keys 1 Hose 4 Power Cord 2 Main Power Switch 5 Hour Meter 3 Nozzle 6 Control Panel ...

Page 16: ...Introduction 16 Operator s Manual Figure 4 Back View 1 Over Temperature Test Port 5 Filter Cover 2 Instruction Label 6 Bed Hook Bracket 3 Blower Cart Clamp 7 Nozzle Strap with Clip 4 Warning Label ...

Page 17: ...Overview Operator s Manual 17 1 Installation Overview This chapter contains information for installing the WarmTouch Model WT 5900 patient warming system ...

Page 18: ...Installation 18 Operator s Manual Cart Installation The warming system is shipped installed on the warming system cart Ensure the three blower cart clamps are tight Figure 5 Maximum Mounted Height ...

Page 19: ...Installation Operator s Manual 19 IV Pole Installation The warming system should not be installed on the IV pole with the handle higher than 76 centimeters 30 inches Figure 6 Maximum IV Pole Installation Height ...

Page 20: ...Installation 20 Operator s Manual Patient Bed Installation The patient rail connectors will fit on bed rails up to 1 4 inches 3 6 centimeters wide Figure 7 Bed Rail Installation ...

Page 21: ...ted to a WarmTouch blanket at all times or thermal injury may occur WARNING Thermal injury may occur if the warming system hose comes into contact with the patient Power is controlled through one main rocker switch located on the front of the warming system To begin operation press the Main Power switch to the ON position The Low temperature light on the control panel illuminates the warming syste...

Page 22: ... patient The control panel features a warning light indicator and four manually switched temperature settings The warning light indicates the control system has identified an alarm condition and an action by the operator is required Each temperature setting represents the average temperature of air entering the hose Low 32 C 89 6 F Medium 38 C 100 4 F High 43 C 109 4 F Boost 45 C 113 F for 45 minu...

Page 23: ...ed into the CareQuilt or CareDrape blankets through a wire reinforced hose attached to the warming system Using WarmTouch CareQuilt and CareDrape Blankets WarmTouch CareQuilt and CareDrape blankets come in a range of sizes and configurations to fit patient individual sizes surgical procedures and comfort needs Follow the instructions provided with all WarmTouch blankets for specific information co...

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Page 25: ...es of the warming system Disinfection Use a soft cloth saturated with a solution of 10 chlorine bleach in tap water lightly wiping the surfaces of the warming system Routine Maintenance Caution The institution should follow local governing ordinances and recycling instructions regarding disposal or recycling of filter and device components or end of life of the product Caution The HEPA filter must...

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Page 27: ... 6 8 kgs 15 lbs Power Requirements 220 230 volts AC 50 60 Hz 6 amp Automatic Temperature Stepdown Boost to High Temperature After 45 minutes of continuous use blower will step down from the Boost to High setting Power Supply Cord 4 26 m 14 feet Thermal Protection Threshold Thermostat internal 47 C to 50 C 117 F 122 F Ambient Blower Operating Temperature Range 18 C 28 C 64 4 F 82 4 F Over Temperatu...

Page 28: ...ressure 1 060 hPa to 500 hPa 375 mmHg to 795 mmHg Relative Humidity 15 to 95 non condensing Table 5 Compliance Standards Item Compliant With Equipment classification IEC EN 60601 1 2nd edition CSA C22 2 No 601 1 M90 UL 60601 1 1st edition IEC 60601 2 35 1996 EN 60601 2 35 1997 Type of protection Class I Degree of protection Type BF Applied part Mode of operation Continuous Electromagnetic Compatib...

Page 29: ... Test Compliance Electromagnetic Environment Guidance RF emission CISPR 11 Group 1 Class A This is a class A product per IEC CISPR 11 and is not intended to be used in a residential environment If used in a domestic environment this equipment may not offer adequate protection to radio frequency communication services The user may be required to take mitigation measures such as relocating or re ori...

Page 30: ...er quality should be that of a typical commercial and or hospital environment Voltage dips short interruptions and voltage variations on power supply IEC EN 61000 4 11 5 UT 95 dip in UT for 0 5 cycle 5 UT 95 dip in UT for 0 5 cycle Mains power quality should be that of a typical commercial and or hospital environment If the user of the warming system requires continued operation during power mains...

Page 31: ...propriate for the frequency of the transmitter Table 8 Recommended Separation Distances Immunity Test EN 60601 1 2 Test Level Compliance Level Electromagnetic Environment Guidance Frequency of Transmitter Equation for Separation Distance Radiated RF IEC EN 61000 4 3 3 V m 80 MHz 800 MHz 10 V m Distance 80 MHz to 800 MHz 3 V m 800 MHz 2 5 GHz 10 V m Distance 800 MHz to 2 5 GHz Conducted RF IEC EN 6...

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Page 33: ...shock 6 Electrical shock hazard 6 Explosion hazard 6 F Fire hazard 6 I Introduction 9 IV pole installation 19 M Main power 21 Manufacturer s declaration 29 MRI warning 7 P Patient bed installation 20 Patient burns 6 Possible explosion hazard 6 Power supply cord 21 R Routine maintenance 25 S Safety features 10 Safety information 5 Single patient use 7 Specifications 27 Surface cleaning 25 T Tempera...

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