Bair Hugger 750 User manual

Bair Hugger
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Model 750 Temperature Management Unit
Operator's Manual
Betriebshandbuch für Bair Hugger
Temperaturmanagement-Gerät Modell 750
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Bair Hugger
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Model 750 Temperature Management Unit
Operator's Manual

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Table of Contents
Introduction.....................................................................................
Description of the Total Temperature Management* System.....................
Indications for Use....................................................................................
Contraindication.......................................................................................
Warnings...................................................................................................
Precautions................................................................................................
Proper Use and Maintenance.....................................................................
Read Before Servicing Equipment.............................................................
Overview and Operation..................................................................
Unit Power-On-Reset................................................................................
Overview of Control Panel........................................................................
Mounting the Temperature Management Unit to an IV Pole....................
Instructions for Use...................................................................................
Viewing the Temperature Mode Timer......................................................
What to Do in Case of an Over-Temperature Condition..........................
What to Do in Case of a Fault Condition.................................................
General Maintenance.......................................................................
Cleaning the Cabinet and Hose.................................................................
Technical Support and Customer Service.......................................
When You Call for Technical Support.......................................................
In-Warranty Repair and Exchange.............................................................
Specifications..................................................................................
Definition of Symbols.....................................................................
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Introduction
Description of the Total Temperature Management System
The Bair Hugger brand Total Temperature Management system consists of a
Model 750 forced-air temperature management unit (with available rolling stand
and sheet clip) and Bair Hugger disposable components, including forced-air
blankets and the 241* blood/fluid warming set. You can use the Model 750
temperature management unit in all clinical settings including the operating room to
provide patient temperature management.
This manual includes operating instructions and unit specifications for the Model
750 temperature management unit. For information about using Bair Hugger
blankets or the 241 blood/fluid warming set with the Model 750 temperature
management unit, refer to the “Instructions for Use” included with each of these
disposable components.
Indications for Use
The Bair Hugger Model 750 Total Temperature Management system is intended to
prevent and treat hypothermia and to provide warmth to cold or shivering patients.
In addition, this system should be used whenever conditions exist that could cause
patients to become cold.
Contraindication
Do not apply heat to lower extremities during aortic cross-clamping. Thermal injury
may occur if heat is applied to ischemic limbs.
Warnings
• Do not warm patients with the temperature management unit's hose alone.
Thermal injury may result. Always connect the hose to a Bair Hugger blanket
before providing skin-surface warming therapy.
• Do not use a forced-air warming device over transdermal medication; increased
drug delivery and patient injury or death may occur.
• Do not provide warming therapy when an intra-aortic balloon pump is in use;
thermal injury may occur if heat is applied to ischemic limbs.
• Use only Bair Hugger disposable components with the Model 750 temperature
management unit. This temperature management unit has been designed to
operate safely with Bair Hugger disposable components. Use with non-Bair
Hugger products may cause thermal injury. To the full extent permitted by law,
the manufacturer and/or importer declines all responsibility for thermal injury
resulting from the unit being used in conjunction with non-Bair Hugger products.

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• Do not continue temperature management therapy if the red Over-temp indica-
tor light flashes and the alarm sounds. Thermal injury may result. Unplug the
temperature management unit and contact a qualified service technician.
• Do not continue 241 blood/fluid warming therapy if the red Over-temp indica-
tor light flashes and the alarm sounds. Immediately stop fluid flow, and discard
the blood/fluid warming set. Unplug the temperature management unit and
contact a qualified service technician.
• Do not allow the temperature management unit’s hose to contact the patient’s
skin during warming therapy. Thermal injury may result.
• Do not leave patients with poor perfusion unmonitored during prolonged
warming therapy sessions. Thermal injury may result.
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XPLOSION HAZARD. Do not use in the presence of flammable anesthetics.
Precautions
• Monitor the patient's temperature and vital signs regularly according to institu-
tional protocol. Adjust air temperature or discontinue therapy when the thera-
peutic goal is reached or if vital sign instability occurs. Notify physician imme-
diately of vital sign instability.
• Do not initiate temperature management therapy unless the Model 750
temperature management unit is safely placed on a hard surface or securely
mounted. Otherwise, injury may result.
• The Model 750 temperature management unit meets the international electronic
interference requirements of EN 60601-1-2 and EN 55011. However, if radio
frequency interference with monitoring equipment should occur, connect the
temperature management unit to a different power source.
• Electrical shock hazard. Do not disassemble the temperature management unit
unless you are a qualified service technician. There are electrically live parts with
in the temperature management unit when it is connected to a power source,
even when the unit is in Standby mode.

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Proper Use and Maintenance
Arizant Healthcare Inc. assumes no responsibility for the reliability, performance, or
safety of the temperature management unit if the following events occur:
• Modifications or repairs are performed by unqualified personnel.
• The unit is used in a manner other than that described in the Operator’s or
Service Manual.
• The unit is installed in an environment that does not meet the appropriate
electrical and grounding requirements.
Read Before Servicing Equipment
All repair, calibration, and servicing of the temperature management unit require
the skill of a qualified, medical equipment service technician who is familiar with
good practice for medical device repair. If service does not require the manufacturer’s
attention, the Model 750 Service Manual provides the technical information needed
to service the unit, or Arizant Healthcare Inc. will provide that information on
request. Perform all repairs and maintenance in accordance with the instructions in
the Service Manual.

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Overview and Operation
Unit Power-On-Reset
The Model 750 temperature management unit proceeds through the following
power-on-reset sequence after you connect the unit to a grounded power source:
• Performs all self-test functions.
• Illuminates indicator lights and all pixels in the alphanumeric display momentarily.
• Displays the text “BH 750” and the software revision level in the alphanumeric
display.
• Sounds the alarm (three low-level clicks).
• Enters the Standby mode.
If the temperature management unit loses power for less than 1 second, the unit’s
software will return the unit to the operating mode you selected prior to the power
loss. However, if the temperature management unit loses power for longer than 1
second, the unit’s software will reset when you restore power. The unit will then
enter the Standbymode.
Figure A. Model 750 temperature
management unit – front view
Figure B. Model 750 temperature
management unit – rear view
Carrying handle
Alphanumeric
display
IV pole clamp IV pole
stabilizer
User interface
Labels
Hose outlet
Power cord
inlet
Power cord
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Overview of Control Panel
ALPHANUMERIC DISPLAY
The alphanumeric display shows the temperature at the blanket end of the
temperature management unit hose in degrees Celsius.
TEMPERATURE MODES
• Press the Low(32˚C), Med (38˚C), or High (43˚C) button to select the desired
temperature.
• Press the Ambient button to supply room temperature air.
When you select a temperature mode, the following events occur:
• Corresponding indicator light illuminates.
• Blower operates.
• Temperature at the blanket end of the hose appears in the alphanumeric
display.
• Heater activates except in Ambient mode.
• Temperature mode timer activates (or resets itself if changing from one
temperature mode to another).
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STANDBY
When the unit is in Low, Medium, High, or Ambient mode, press the Standby
button to place the unit in Standby mode.
When you select the Standby mode, the following events occur:
• Standby indicator light illuminates.
• Blower and heater are turned OFF.
• Alphanumeric display deactivates.
• Alarm and fault detection functions remain active.
• Operating timer pauses.
TEMP IN RANGE INDICATOR LIGHT
The Temp in Range indicator light illuminates when the temperature at the
blanket end of the hose is ±1.5˚C of the selected setting; this indicator light
does not illuminate in the Ambient mode.
FAULT INDICATOR LIGHT
When a system fault occurs, the amber Fault indicator light flashes and an
alarm sounds.
Please refer to What to Do in Case of a Fault Condition on page 15 for
additional information.
OVER-TEMP INDICATOR LIGHT
If the unit senses an over-temperature condition, the red Over-temp indicator
light flashes and an alarm sounds.
Please refer to What to Do in Case of an Over-Temperature Condition on
page 15 for additional information.

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Mounting the Temperature Management Unit to an IV Pole
CAUTION
To prevent tipping, clamp the Model 750 temperature management unit to an IV
pole at a height that provides stability. We recommend clamping the unit no higher
than 44 in. (112 cm) from the floor on an IV pole with a minimum 14 in.
(35.6 cm) radius wheelbase. Failure to do so may result in IV pole tipping, catheter
site trauma, and patient injury.
METHOD
To mount the Model 750 temperature management unit to an IV pole, simply turn
the clamp handle clockwise to tighten the clamp on the IV pole and counterclock-
wise to release it. See Figure D.
IV pole clamp handle
Figure D.

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Instructions for Use
The instructions below describe how to operate the Model 750 temperature
management unit. For information about using Bair Hugger blankets or the 241
blood/fluid warming set with the Model 750 temperature management unit, refer to
the Instructions for Use included with each of these disposable components.
1. If the Model 750 temperature management unit is not mounted on an IV pole
or Bair Hugger rolling stand, place the unit on a flat, hard surface, such as a
table, before beginning temperature management therapy. Do not place the
temperature management unit on a soft or uneven surface, such as a bed, or
the air intake may become blocked and cause the unit to overheat.
2. Insert the end of the temperature manage-
ment unit’s hose into the hose port of a Bair
Hugger blanket. Use a twisting motion to
ensure a snug fit.
3. Connect the temperature management unit to a properly grounded power
source. The unit will be operating in Standby mode and the Standby indicator
light will illuminate.
4. Press the appropriate button to select the desired temperature. When the unit
reaches the selected temperature, the Temp in Range indicator light will
illuminate; this indicator light does not illuminate in the Ambient mode.
5. Monitor the patient’s temperature at least every 10 to 20 minutes, and adjust
the temperature setting of the temperature management system as required.
6. Press the Standby button when temperature management therapy is complete
and discard disposable components.
7. Unplug the temperature management unit to disconnect it from the power
source.
Hose port
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Viewing the Temperature Mode Timer
The temperature mode timer records the amount of time the temperature manage-
ment unit has been operating in the selected temperature mode. The timer resets
itself every time you select a different temperature mode.
To view the temperature mode timer, press the button for the current temperature
mode, and hold it for 2 seconds. The alphanumeric display will show the tempera-
ture mode time, then go back to showing the temperature mode setting.
What to Do in Case of an Over-Temperature Condition
If an over-temperature condition occurs, the red Over-temp indicator light flashes
and an alarm sounds. The unit automatically turns the heater, blower, and operating
mode indicator lights OFF. The control panel will not respond to commands, but
pressing any button will silence the alarm.
If an over-temperature condition occurs:
1. Discontinue all temperature management therapy. If you are using the 241
blood/fluid warming system, immediately stop fluid flow and discard the
blood/fluid warming set.
2. Unplug the temperature management unit.
3. Contact a qualified service technician.
What to Do in Case of a Fault Condition
The Model 750 temperature management unit's software recognizes several non-
hazardous conditions and reports those conditions as faults. When a system fault
occurs, the software stores the fault code in memory, the amber Fault indicator light
flashes, and an alarm sounds. The control panel will not respond to commands, but
pressing any button will silence the alarm.
If a fault condition occurs:
1. Unplug the temperature management unit and wait for 5 minutes.
2. Reconnect the temperature management unit to a grounded power source.
The unit will perform the normal power-on-reset sequence and then enter the
Standbymode.
3. Reselect the temperature setting.
4. If the unit does not return to normal operation, contact a qualified service
technician.

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General Maintenance
Cleaning the Cabinet and Hose
WARNING
Do not immerse the cabinet or hose while cleaning. Moisture will damage the
components, and thermal injury may result.
PRECAUTIONS
• Do not use a dripping wet cloth to clean the cabinet. Moisture may seep into
the electrical contacts and damage the components.
• Do not use alcohol or other solvents to clean the cabinet. Solvents may damage
the labels and other plastic parts.
METHOD
1. Disconnect the temperature management unit from the power source before
cleaning.
2. Wipe the cabinet and the outside of the hose with a damp, soft cloth and a
mild detergent or antimicrobial spray.
3. Dry with a separate soft cloth.

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Technical Support and Customer Service
USA, Worldwide
TEL: FAX:
800-733-7775 800-775-0002
952-947-1200 952-947-1400
Within Europe
TEL: FAX:
[phone] [phone]
0800-100-1324 (Toll-free in Germany) 0800-100-1324 (Toll-free in Germany)
0800-877-077 (Toll-free in Switzerland) 0800-877-088 (Toll-free in Switzerland)
When You Call for Technical Support
We will need to know the serial number of your
Bair Hugger temperature management unit when
you call us. The serial number label is located on
the back or side of the Bair Hugger temperature
management unit.
In-Warranty Repair and Exchange
USA
Call Arizant Healthcare customer service if your Model 750 temperature management
unit requires factory service. A customer service representative will give you a Return
Authorization (RA) number. Please use this RA number on all correspondence con-
cerning your temperature management unit. Your customer service representative will
also send a shipping carton to you at no charge, if needed. Call your local supplier or
sales representative to inquire about borrowing a temperature management unit while
we service your unit. For more detailed instructions on returning units for service,
please refer to the Model 750 service manual.
Worldwide
Contact your local distributor concerning in-warranty repair and exchange.
SN 12345
Arizant Healthcare Inc.

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Specifications
Physical Characteristics
DIMENSIONS 12˝ high x 13.5˝ deep x 10˝ wide
30 cm high x 34 cm deep x 25 cm wide
WEIGHT 15.5 lb (7kg)
RELATIVE NOISE LEVEL 55 dBA
HOSE Flexible, compatible with the Bair Hugger
brand 241 blood/fluid warming system.
FILTRATION SYSTEM 0.2 µm air filter
RECOMMENDED FILTER CHANGE Every 500 hours of use.
MOUNTING Can be clamped to an IV pole, placed on a
hard surface, or mounted to the rolling stand
accessory.
Temperature Characteristics
RECOMMENDED OPERATING ENVIRONMENT 15°C-25°C
TEMPERATURE CONTROL Electronically controlled.
HEAT GENERATED 1644 BTU/hr (average), 482 W (average)
OPERATING TEMPERATURES Average temperatures at the end of the hose:
HIGH: 43° ± 1.5°C 109.4° ± 2.7°F
MED: 38° ± 1.5°C 100.4° ± 2.7°F
LOW: 32° ± 1.5°C 89.6° ± 2.7°F
Safety System
THERMOSTAT Independent electronic circuit; thermal cut-
off shuts the heater OFF at preset high
temperature of 53°C ± 3°C at the end of the
hose, back-up over-temperature detection at
hose inlet.
ALARM SYSTEM Over-temperature (53° ± 3°C ): red
Over-temp indicator light flashes, alarm
sounds, heater and blower shut down,
operating indicator lights turn OFF, control
panel becomes unresponsive.
Fault: amber Fault indicator light flashes,
alarm sounds.
OVERCURRENT PROTECTION Dual input fused lines.

Specifications – Continued
Electrical Characteristics
HEATING ELEMENT 1400 W Resistive
LEAKAGE CURRENT Meets UL 60601-1 and IEC 60601-1 requirements.
BLOWER MOTOR Operating speed: approximately 4,000 rpm
Airflow: up to 48 cfm or 23 L/s
POWER CONSUMPTION Peak: 1550 W
Average: 800 W
POWER CORD 15 ft., SJT, 3 cond., 13 A
15 ft., SJT, 3 cond., 15 A
4.6 m, HAR, 3 cond., 10 A
DEVICE RATINGS 110-120 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 11.7 A, or
220-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 7.2 A, or
100 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 14.5 A
FUSES 12 A (110 - 120 VAC)
8 A (220 - 240 VAC)
15 A (100 VAC)
CERTIFICATIONS IEC 60601-1; EN 60601-1-2; UL 60601-1;
CAN/CSA-C22.2, No. 601.1, EN 55011
CLASSIFICATION Classified under IEC 60601-1 Guidelines
(and other national versions of the Guidelines)
as Class I, Type BF, Ordinary equipment,
Continuous operation. Not suitable for use in
the presence of flammable anesthetic mixtures
with air or with oxygen or nitrous oxide.
Classified by Underwriters Laboratories Inc.
with respect to electric shock, fire, and
mechanical hazards only, in accordance with
UL 60601-1 and in accordance with
Canadian/CSA C22.2, No. 601.1. Classified
under the Medical Device (93/42/EEC) as a
Class IIb device.
DIAGNOSTICS A qualified service technician can perform
over-temperature detection system testing,
temperature output testing, operating
temperature calibration, and fault code
troubleshooting.
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Definition of Symbols
The following symbols may appear on the product’s labeling or exterior packaging.
Fuse
Caution
Attention, consult appropriate documents
Nonexplosion proof
Dangerous voltage
Type BF equipment (patient applied)
Voltage, alternating current (AC)
ON (used on isolation switch)
OFF (used on isolation switch)
ON/OFF push button switch
Temperature control
Equipotentiality plug (ground)
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VAC
V
ON/STANDBY
Warning

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* Bair Hugger, die Bair Hugger und Arizant Logos, 241 und Total Temperature
Management sind beim Patent & Trademark Office in den USA und in anderen
Ländern eingetragene bzw. angemeldete Markenzeichen von Arizant Healthcare Inc.

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Inhalt
Einführung.......................................................................................
Beschreibung des Komplett-Temperaturmanagementsystems.....................
Indikationen..............................................................................................
Kontraindikationen...................................................................................
Warnhinweise............................................................................................
Vorsichtsmaßnahmen................................................................................
Sachgerechter Betrieb und Wartung..........................................................
Wartungsanweisungen...............................................................................
Übersicht und Betrieb....................................................................
Selbsttest des Geräts beim Einschalten......................................................
Übersicht des Bedienungsfelds..................................................................
Befestigung des Temperaturmanagement-Geräts an einem
Infusionsständer......................................................................................
Gebrauchsanweisung.................................................................................
Anzeige des Betriebsartzählers...................................................................
Was ist zu tun bei Übertemperatur?..........................................................
Was ist zu tun, wenn ein Fehler auftritt?...................................................
Allgemeine Wartung........................................................................
Reinigung von Gehäuse und Schlauch......................................................
Technischer Kundendienst..............................................................
Technische Hilfe per Telefon.....................................................................
Reparaturen und Produktrückgabe im Rahmen der Garantie....................
Technische Angaben........................................................................
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Einführung
Beschreibung des Komplett-Temperaturmanagementsystems
Das Bair Hugger Komplett-Temperaturmanagementsystem besteht aus einem
Gebläseluft-Temperaturmanagementgerät Modell 750 (mit fahrbarem Gestell und
Tuchklemme, separat erhältlich) und Bair Hugger Einwegkomponenten, darunter
Gebläseluft-Decken und das 241 Blut-/Flüssigkeitswärmeset. Das Temperatur-
management-Gerät Modell 750 kann in allen klinischen Bereichen einschließlich des
Operationssaals zur Regelung der Körpertemperatur bei Patienten eingesetzt werden.
Dieses Handbuch enthält die Gebrauchsanweisung und die technischen Angaben
für das Temperaturmanagement-Gerät Modell 750. Zusätzliche Informationen über
den Gebrauch von Bair Hugger Decken oder des 241 Blut-/Flüssigkeitswärmesets
zusammen mit dem Temperaturmanagement-Gerät Modell 750 befinden sich in
den jeweiligen Anweisungen, die diesen Einwegkomponenten beiliegen.
Indikationen
Das Bair Hugger Komplett-Temperaturmanagementsystem Modell 750 dient zur
Verhinderung und Therapie von Hypothermie sowie zur Wärmung von frierenden
und fröstelnden Patienten. Außerdem sollte das System immer dann eingesetzt
werden, wenn die Gefahr besteht, dass der Patient zu frieren beginnt.
Kontraindikationen
Bei Aortenklemmung darf den unteren Gliedmaßen des Patienten keine Wärme
zugeführt werden. Die Wärmezufuhr zu ischämischen Gliedmaßen kann zu
Verbrennungen führen.
Warnhinweise
• Patienten nicht allein mit dem Schlauch des Temperaturmanagement-Geräts
wärmebehandeln, da dies zu Verbrennungen führen kann. Vor der ärmebehandlung
den Schlauch immer zuerst an eine Bair Hugger Decke anschließen.
• Verwenden Sie kein Warmluft-Wärmegerät bei transdermaler Medikation.
Dies könnte eine erhöhte Wirkstofffreisetzung, Verletzungen oder den Tod
des Patienten verursachen.
• Verabreichen Sie keine Wärmetherapie, wenn eine intraaortale Ballonpumpe
im Einsatz ist. Die Wärmezufuhr zu ischämischen Gliedmaßen kann zu
Verbrennungen führen.