EQUATOR® Convective Warmer - Smiths Medical

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