EQUATOR® Convective Warmer - Smiths Medical

A P P E N D I X B • P o s i t i o n t h e C o n v e c t i v e W a r m i n g B l a n k e t
SW-2008 Sterile Cardiac Convective Warming Blanket
WARNINGS WARNINGS
• Do not use the SW-2008 convective warming blanket if the package is damaged or open.
Sterility may be compromised and may cause death or serious injury.
1 Place the blanket on top of the patient (a) with the
perforated side against the patient's skin.
2 Position the blanket with the hose facing up and the collar
ring accessible (b).
3 Position the clear window (c) over the groin area to allow
access to the region if needed.
4 Remove the paper backing (d) from the adhesive strip and
press the adhesive strip (e) firmly against the patient and
bed to secure.
Connect the SW-2008 Hose
The hose for the cardiac blanket attaches differently than other
blankets.
5 Connect the blanket’s collar ring (f) to the hose nozzle (g). Press
together, making sure the hose barb snaps into the collar ring (f).
6 If desired, place a lightweight blanket over the convective warming
blanket.
7 Continue with Step 5, on page 16, to attach the sheet clip and
begin using the convective warmer.
B-6 EQUATOR ® Convective Warmer | Operator’s Manual
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