Operator's Manual - Smiths Medical
Operator's Manual - Smiths Medical
Operator's Manual - Smiths Medical
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Step 2: Determine the Convective Warming Blanket Size<br />
WARNINGS<br />
S E C T I O N 6 • O p e r a t i n g I n s t r u c t i o n s<br />
• The convective warming blanket is for single-use only. Reusing the blanket may increase the<br />
risk of cross contamination.<br />
• Cover all open wounds in contact with the convective warming blanket to prevent airborne<br />
contamination.<br />
• Use with the EQUATOR ® convective warmer (EQ-5000) and the Snuggle Warm ® convective<br />
warmer (SW-4000). Using non-compatible convective warmers may cause damage to the<br />
convective warming blanket and thermal injury to the patient.<br />
Determine which convective warming blanket is appropriate for the patient. Refer to Appendix A,<br />
Convective Warming Blanket Identification Chart for a description and dimensions of the convective<br />
warming blankets that are available.<br />
Do not use the convective warming blanket if the package has been opened or is damaged. Do not sterilize<br />
blankets.<br />
Product meets Consumer Products Safety Commission’s flammable fabric regulation, 16 CFR 1610;<br />
however, follow standard safety protocols when using high-intensity heat sources.<br />
Step 3: Position the Convective Warming Blanket<br />
Appendix B, Position the Convective Warming Blanket, describes how to position the convective warming<br />
blanket. Refer to Appendix B for the procedure to position the specific convective warming blanket being<br />
used.<br />
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