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Bair Hugger Model 505 Temperature Management Unit Operator’s Manual

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Introduction

Description of the Total Temperature Management™ System

The 3MTM Bair HuggerTM brand Total Temperature Management system consists of a Bair Hugger forced-air temperature management unit (with available rolling stand and sheet clip) and disposable components, including Bair Hugger forced-air blankets, 3MTM Bair PawsTM patient warming gowns, and the 3MTM 241TM blood/fluid warming set. You can use the Model 505 temperature management unit in all clinical settings including the operating room to provide patient temperature management.

The Bair Hugger warming unit is attached to the blanket or gown by means of a flexible hose. Warm air is generated in the unit and flows through the hose and into the blanket or gown. Depending on the model, the blanket or gown is placed either around, over, or underneath the patient. Small perforations on the blanket or gown allow the warm air to be dispersed over the patient. For fluid warming applications, the Model 241 blood/fluid warming set is inserted in the warming unit hose. When the unit is turned ON and a temperature setting is selected, warm air flows over the Model 241 tubing and warmed fluid exits from the distal end of the tubing. For additional information on Bair Hugger blankets, Bair Paws gowns, the 241 warming set, or other accessories visit us online at bairhugger.com or bairpaws.com.

This manual includes operating instructions and unit specifications for the Model 505 forced- air temperature management unit. For information about using Bair Hugger blankets, Bair Paws gowns, or the 241 blood/fluid warming set with Bair Hugger units, refer to the “Instructions for Use” included with each of these disposable components. The Bair Hugger system should only be used by trained medical professionals.

Indications

The Bair Hugger temperature management system is intended to prevent and treat hypothermia. In addition, the temperature management system can be used to provide patient thermal comfort when conditions exist that may cause patients to become too warm or too cold. The temperature management system can be used with adult and pediatric patients.

Definition of Symbols

ON/STANDBYON (used on isolation switch)OFF (used on isolation switch)ON/OFF push button switchTemperature Control

An equipotentiality plug (grounded) conductor other than a protective earth conductor or a neutral conductor, providing a direct connection between electrical equipment and the potential equalization busbar of the electrical installation. Please consult IEC 60601-1; 2005 for requirements.

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