Operator's Manual - Smiths Medical

Controls, Indicators, and Displays
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The following table defines each control, indicator, and display and the modes of operation.
Control/Indicator Definition
Power ON Button
The green button powers ON the convective warmer.
Power OFF Button
The orange button powers OFF operating components of the convective warmer.
Note: To remove all power from the convective warmer, the MAINS power cord must be
removed from the electrical receptacle.
Ambient Air Temperature Setting Button
When selected, the heater is turned off and the motor still operates (air flows).
36°C Temperature Setting Button
When selected, the air temperature is set to 36°C at the hose end.
40°C Temperature Setting Button
When selected, the air temperature is set to 40°C at the hose end.
44°C Temperature Setting Button
When selected, the air temperature is set to 44°C at the hose end.
Over Temperature Alarm Indicator
If the hose end temperature is more than 3°C (± 1°C) above the selected temperature, the
indicator illuminates, a continuous audible alarm sounds, and the heater and motor shut off.
Under Temperature Indicator
If the hose end temperature is more than 3°C (± 1°C) below the selected temperature, this
indicator flashes.
Disconnect Indicator
If the thermistor cable or the hose is not attached properly, this indicator illuminates, an
audible alarm sounds and repeats approximately every five seconds, and the heater and
motor shut off.
If the heater has an open wire circuit, this indicator illuminates, an audible alarm sounds and
repeats approximately every five seconds, the heater shuts off, but the motor continues to
operate (air flows).
Hose End Temperature Display
Displays the temperature of the air at the hose end.
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