Introduction; Convective Warming System - Gaymar Thermacare TC3249 Manuel D'utilisation

Section 2 - Introduction

2.0 Introduction

Please read the precautions found in section 1.0
and all operating instructions before attempting to
use the Thermacare TC3249 Convective Warming
System. In addition, we recommend you request
in-service training from your local dealer.

2.1 Convective Warming System

The Convective Warming System (fig. 1) provides
a continuous means of warming patients to help
prevent and/or treat hypothermia. The system
consists of a Convective Warming Unit (Power
Unit) and a disposable Quilt. A connecting hose
conducts heated air from the Power Unit to the
Quilt.
2.2 TC3249 Power Unit
The TC3249 Power Unit provides a continuous
source of air to the Quilt. The Power Unit consists
of a HEPA filter, blower, heater, and temperature
controller. Exiting air temperatures may be set to
one of five temperature settings -- fan only, 32°C,
38°C, 43°C -- as appropriate for the application.
The Power Unit can be operated while hanging on
the rails of a bed, stretcher, on an I. V. pole, or on
an optional stand (figs. 2A/2B).
CAUTION
When using an I. V. pole, do not mount the
Power Unit higher than 1 meter (see fig. 3).
Otherwise, the Power Unit could tip over.
2.3 Quilt
The Quilt distributes air over the covered areas
of the patient through openings in the patient side
of the Quilt. Quilts consist of layers of plastic
and nonwoven material bonded together. On
operating room model Quilts, a pressure-sensitive,
nonirritating tape provides a seal between the air
from the Quilt and the surgical site. Refer to the
instructions enclosed with each Quilt.
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Figure 1 - Convective Warming System
Figure 2A - I. V. Pole or Stand mounted
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Figure 2B - Bed rail mounted
1 m et er
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Figure 3 - Pole mounting height limit
I . V. Pol e
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