5 OPERATION

5.3Water Temperature Setting

￿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

Physical 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 hyperthermiaWARNING

Flow Water Thermometer - measures the 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.

 

Flow Water

Water

Thermometer

 

Temperature

 

Control

 

Valve

 

 

Cold (BLUE)

 

Hot (RED)

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Invacare 6302G user manual Water Temperature Setting