DRY HEAT THERAPY
Precautionary Instructions
The precautionary instructions found in this section and throughout
this manual are indicated by specific symbols. Understand these
symbols and their definitions before operating this equipment. The
definition of these symbols are as follows;
=CAUTION- Text with a "CAUTION" indicator will explain
possible Safety infractions that could have the
potential to cause minor to moderate injury or
damage to equipment.
=WARNING- Text with a "WARNING" indicator will explain
possible Safety infractions that will potentially
cause serious injury and equipment damage.
=DANGER- Text with a "DANGER" indicator will explain
possible Safety infractions that are imminently
hazardous situations that would result in death
or serious injury.
=EXPLOSION HAZARD-
Text with an "Explosion Hazard" indicator will explain
possible safety infractions if this equipment is used in the
presence of flammable anesthetics.
NOTE: Helpful information marked as "NOTE" may be found
throughout this manual. Each "NOTE" is beneficial in the aid of a
particular area or function being described for this product.
• Read, understand and practice the precautionary and operating
instructions found in this manual. Know the limitations and hazards
associated with using any electrical device. Observe the precautionary
and operational decals placed on the unit.
• DO NOT operate the unit when connected to any unit other than
Chattanooga Group devices.
• Refill unit daily to proper fill level with Chattanooga Group Cellex ® Dry Heat
Medium.
• Change Cellex Dry Heat Medium every six (6) months.
• Use only Cellex Dry Heat Medium in the Fluidotherapy units.
• Clean Inlet Filter(s) daily before unit startup.
• Use only fingers to operate button controls on the control panel(s). Use of
sharp objects such as pencils or pens will result in damage to the unit.
• Turn unit OFF before positioning a patient or removing a patient from the
unit.
• Secure all entry ports before turning the unit ON.
• Check unit temperature before treating patient to ensure correct
temperature.
• Place the patient in a comfortable position allowing for correct placement
of the limb being treated.
• Proper storage and transport temperature for the Fluidotherapy units are
-40°F - 158°F (-40°C - 70°C). Relative Humidity 10% - 100%.
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Fluidotherapy ® - Dry Heat Therapy
CAUTION