Tub Operation, Water Temperature Setting

SECTION 3—OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Tub Operation

WARNING

DO NOT stand in tub. Tub surfaces are slippery when wet. Serious injury may occur.

Before immersing the resident or operating the shower/massage wand, check that the water temperature is between 95° F and 105° F (35° C and 41° C) to avoid scalding the resident.

Disinfect the tub after each use to avoid resident contamination.

Water Temperature Setting

WARNING

ALWAYS hand test the incoming water temperature and the water temperature in the tub before immersing the resident. Failure to do so may result in a scalding injury.

The causes, symptoms, and effects of hyperthermia may be described as follows: Hyperthermia occurs when the internal temperature of the body reaches a level several degrees above the normal body temperature of 98.6° F. The symptoms of hyperthermia include an increase in the internal temperature of the body, dizziness, lethargy, drowsiness, and fainting. The effects of hyperthermia include:

•Failure to perceive heat

•Failure to recognize the need to exit the spa or hot tub •Unawareness of impending hazard

•Fetal damage in pregnant women •Phyical inability to exit the spa or hot tub •Unconsciousness resulting in the danger of drowning

The use of alcohol, drugs, or medication can greatly increase the risk of fatal hyper- thermia.

NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 3.3.

	Flow Water Thermometer ‐ measures the	Flow Water Thermometer
	temperature of water coming from the tub	Flow Water Thermometer
	temperature of water coming from the tub
	fill spout or shower/massage wand.

Water Temperature Control Valve ‐ sets and maintains constant temperature for all incoming water.

Water Temperature Valve

FIGURE 3.3 Water Temperature Setting

Part No 1118387

Side Entry Whirlpool Tub

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