This manual assists you with the operation of the Stryker Model 8002-062-
612, 8002-062-622, and 8002-062-626 Mul-T-Pad®. Read this manual before
operating this product and keep a copy on file. Set methods and procedures
to educate and train your staff on the safe operation of this product.
Intended use
The T/Pump® localized therapy system supplies warm or cold water at
controlled temperatures. Delivery of the water is through the thermal transfer
devices (Mul-T-Pad) for localized temperature therapy. The T/Pump is for use
in situations where physicians determine temperature therapy is necessary
or desired.
Localized temperature therapy is of particular benefit in treating the following:
• Orthopedic conditions such as acute injuries, chronic pain, lower back
pain, muscle spasm, and strains;
• Skin trauma such as abscesses, boils, bruises, burns and contusions;
• Other medical conditions such as chronic arthritis, neuritis, phlebitis,
tendonitis, and IV infiltration; and symptoms such as infections and
localized pain.
Product description
The Mul-T-Pad is a lightweight polymer. The colder style connectors provide
the means to connect to the temperature controller. The button design allows
water to flow when the pad is folded to form a customized fit.
Expected life
These Mul-T-Pad products have a 30 day single patient use expected life
upon first use and under normal use conditions.
Contraindications
For heating:
• Application to a body surface with compromised blood flow (Ischemia,
area under pressure, arterial insufficiency).
• Application to a patient with an increased tendency to bleeding
(aggravates potential for hemorrhage).
• Application to a body surface with possibility of malignancy (tissue
metabolism is increased and therefore, the growth potential of the
malignant tissues).
• Treatment of hematoma within first 24-48 hours (potential for re-bleeding
and hemorrhage). Recent sprain or fracture (acute inflammatory
response).
• In combination with topical solutions whose toxicity may be affected by
the application of heat.
• In combination with other heat sources.
For cooling:
• Application to body surface with compromised blood flow (Ischemia,
area under pressure, arterial insufficiency
• Application to body surface with known vascular impairment such as
frostbite, arteriosclerosis or ischemia
• Application to body surface in people with hypersensitivity to cold, such
as people with Raynaud’s phenomenon, cold urticaria, cryoglobulinemia,
and paroxysmal cold hemoglobinuria
• Application to body surface in people with impaired sensation
• In combination with topical solutions whose toxicity may be affected by
the application
Specifications
Material rayon, ethylene vinyl acetate (EVA), polypropylene,
polyethylene
Model 8002-062-612 8002-062-622 8002-062-626
Length 18 in. 46 cm 22 in. 56 cm 26 in. 66 cm
Width 13 in. 33 cm 15 in. 38 cm 18 in. 46 cm
Compatible
controllers
T/Pump series temperature controllers
Environmental
conditions
Operating Storage and
transportation
Temperature 90 °F
(32.2 °C)
60 °F
(15.6 °C)
120 °F
(48 °C)
-20 °F
(-29 °C)
Relative humidity
30%
75%
10%
95%
Stryker reserves the right to change specifications without notice.
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Figure 1: Batch lot code
Assessing the patient’s skin condition
Note: Follow your facilities skin care protocol. The following instructions are
recommendations.
1. Document initial skin assessment.
2. Check for any foreign items such as medical patches, IV’s, sutures.
3. Check for fluids such as moisture or gels.
4. Verify the pad size is correct before applying to the patient.
Note: Apply the pad directly to the skin or add minimal layers.
Connecting the pad (colder style connectors)
1. Close the pinch clamps on the connector hose and
pad (Figure 2).
2. Insert the male coupling of pad into the female
coupling of hose. Press until you hear a click
(Figure 3).
3. With a light pull, make sure that you locked the
connectors.
4. Open all clamps on the connector hose and the
pad (Figure 4).
5. Insert the power cord into a wall outlet.
6. Press the power button to turn on the controller. See
the controller instructions for use.
7. Check that the pad fills with water.
Note:
• Iodine based disinfectants will stain the product. Staining does not affect
the patient nor the use of the product.
• Do not use pins or sharp objects with this product.
• If you fold the pad, place the end of the pad that contains the tubing
away from the patient.
Rechecking the patient’s skin condition
Check the patient at regular intervals as directed by hospital protocol. Note any
change in the skin integrity that relates to:
• Excessive moisture - dry the skin surface by wiping away the moisture
• Color of the epidermis
• Skin texture
• Patient’s skin condition is acceptable to continue therapy
Check the pad
Check the pad at regular intervals as directed by hospital protocol.
• position
• water status
• dry surface
• leaks
• cracks
Defibrillation considerations
1. Remove the pad to expose patient’s chest.
2. Remove excess moisture.
Disconnecting the pad from the hoses
1. Power off the controller.
2. Close pad clamps (Figure 2).
3. Press down on the thumb tab of the female coupling. Pull the male
coupling out to disconnect (Figure 5).
4. Discard pad after use per facility protocol.
Note: Do not discard the controller connector hose after use, save for next
use.
Figure 5: Disconnect
Figure 2: Close
Figure 4: Open
Figure 3: Connect
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Contact information
Contact Stryker Customer Service at 1-800-327-0770.
Stryker Medical
3800 E. Centre Avenue
Portage, MI 49002 USA
Have the Lot batch code of your Stryker product available when calling
Stryker Customer Service or Technical Support. Include the Lot batch code
in all written communication.
