General Use:
•Once the unit is filled to desired water level, the power is on, the preset is fixed, and the set
temperature has been reached, the unit is ready for the thermoplastic materials.
•Insert the splinting material into the reservoir, being careful not to splash hot water outside
the tank.
•Press start (green button with arrow on home screen). At any time during a session, the timer
can be paused and restarted from the beginning or from the time the unit was paused.
•To maintain an accurate water temperature, retain heat, and minimize evaporation, keep
lid closed.
•Use caution when retrieving the material from the bath. Apply the material to the patient as
er the splint manufacturer’s instruction.
•Maintain sufficient water level at all times. (approx 3”/7.62cm deep).
Note: The UV bulb is always on during normal operation of the unit.
Emptying the Water:
•Allow the water to cool before water evacuation. Water will not drain unless the water
temperature is below 165oF/74oC.
•Be sure that the drain hose is properly inserted at the back the unit. The water will not
drain if the hose is not connected.
•In the menu on the control panel, click on H2O Evacuation and press start.
•Once the bath is empty, proceed with tank cleaning.
Cleaning the bath:
see detail cleaning instructions on the Care Card included with your splint bath or online
•Strava recommends cleaning
the water reservoir two or more times monthly. Each facility should
determine its cleaning frequency based on usage, water grade, visual inspection, and sanitation
protocols protocols that apply to your facility and/or JACHO.
•Evacuate water then turn the power switch off and unplug the unit from the wall receptacle.
•Add Water & Cleaning Solution (Vinegar -OR- Coffee Machine/Commercial Descaler).
•Turn unit back on and run for run for 10 minutes @ 135oF/57oC.
•Evacuate water then turn the power switch off and unplug the unit from the wall receptacle.
•Clean inside water basin Using a Scotchbrite® Scour Pad or cloth, wipe the inside tub with warm
water. To remove scum, waterlines, mineral deposits, etc., add a mild detergent. Be sure to rinse
throughly and wipe dry. Do NOT use bleach or extra abrasive products such as steel wool.
•Remove the thermocouple inline filter found inside the water basin beneath the
grate to clean debris. (see Care Card)
•Return the cleaned inline filter to the thermocouple. (see Care Card)
•Refill with water –Please note special instructions if using distilled water.
•Turn unit back on and run for run for 5 minutes.
Software Upgrades:
In the event a software upgrade is required, the manufacturer will provide
you with a new version of software to upload via USB stick.
•Make sure the unit is off.
•Remove the back panel of the unit by removing the four screws
with a #2 phillips screwdriver (cross tip)
•Locate the USB connector. It will a black cable tethered to the
drain hose.
•Insert the USB stick into the connector.
•Turn the unit on.
•The software upgrade is complete when the set up wizard
appears on the screen.
USB connector