Instructions For Use - Bair Hugger 750 Manual Del Usuario

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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
management 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 and cutaneous response every 10-20 minutes or
according to institutional protocol and monitor the patient's vital signs regularly� Adjust
air temperature or discontinue therapy when the therapeutic goal is reached or if vital
sign instability occurs� Notify physician of vital sign instability immediately�
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�
Bair Hugger Model 750 Temperature Management Unit Operator's Manual
Hose
Hose port