General Knowledge
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TRAINING
Operator trainees need to:
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be trained in aquatic-therapy protocols.
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be familiar with the types of patients who should or
should not receive this type of physical therapy (see
Patient Evaluation, below).
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read and understand this manual (and the manual for
the turbine, if used).
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be trained on the use of the whirlpool (and turbine, if
used).
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practice with the whirlpool (and turbine, if used) before
use with patient.
OPERATOR SKILLS AND TRAINING
Skills:
Operators using the whirlpool need:
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a working knowledge of aquatic physical-therapy
procedures.
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the ability to assist the patient.
PATIENT EVALUATION
Require Each Patient To Be Evaluated
or patients with
certain other medical, mental or physical conditions should
not receive treatment with the whirlpool.
The trained operator must evaluate and verify that each
patient is suitable for hydrotherapy treatment before
permitting the patient to begin hydrotherapy. If in doubt,
consult a medical professional before providing
hydrotherapy treatment.
Patients who are electrically-susceptible (patients with
exposed, non-waterproof electric leads, monitors, etc.),
patients carrying infectious disease,
WARNING
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INSPECTING THE WHIRLPOOL
Have your facility's equipment maintenance personnel
inspect the whirlpool regularly. Follow the checklist at right
and operate the whirlpool through all its functions as
described in this manual.
Inspection Checklist
Are all components present?
Is the whirlpool free of excessive wear?
Does the turbine mount securely in place?
Is a properly-grounded and voltage-matched
hospital grade receptacle available for the turbine?
Is the outlet or turbine cord equipped with a
functioning GFI (or RCD)?
Can the turbine be raised, lowered and locked at the
desired height?
Does the drain valve open and close properly?
Is the thermometer present and is it legible?
Do the installed accessories operate without
interfering with whirlpool use or turbine operation?
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Important
BLOODBORNE DISEASE NOTICE:
To reduce the
risk of exposure to bloodborne diseases such as HIV-1
and hepatitis when using the whirlpool, read and
follow the disinfecting and cleaning instructions in this
manual thoroughly.
Certain medical conditions are incompatible with
hydrotherapy. The trained operator is responsible for
determining each user’s suitability for hydrotherapy
before beginning treatment.
WARNING
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WARNING
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Untrained operators can cause injury or be injured.
Permit only trained personnel should operate the
whirlpool.
WARNING
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This Whitehall product has been carefully packaged at the
factory to minimize the possibility of damage during
shipping.
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Inspect the packaging for external signs of damage.
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Inspect the contents for damage.
If there is visible damage to the instrument upon receipt,
inform the shipping company and Whitehall immediately.
WARNING
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Do not attempt to operate this equipment if there is
evidence of shipping damage or you suspect the unit
is damaged. Damaged equipment may present
additional hazards to you. Contact Whitehall technical
support for advice before attempting to plug in and
operate damaged equipment.
WARNING
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