BiliTx
parents’ manual
3. Setup Setting Up the BiliTx System
1. Place the appropriate cover on the panel and position the baby
and panel as described later in this chapter. (See Setup-Wrap
Around Panel or Flat Neonatal Panel.)
2. Place the Illuminator device on a hard, at surface or using
the carrying case, hang the unit on the outside of a crib or the
treatment area, away from any heat source. Make sure it is no
more than four feet from where the baby will be positioned.
3. Insert the metal end of the light panel cable, called the
ferrule, with the metal post facing up, into the opening on
the Illuminator unit. Push the ferrule in and rotate it counter-
clockwise to lock into place. The light will not come on if the
panel is not inserted in the Illuminator device.
4. Plug the Illuminator device into an electrical outlet. The power
button will ash green.
CAUTION
If the power cord or wires need repair or replacement, do not connect the device.
5. Press the Therapy On/O button to turn the Illuminator device
on and begin phototherapy. The Therapy button will illuminate
green.
6. To turn o the device when therapy is complete, press and hold
the Therapy On/O button for 3 seconds.
WARNING
After treatment has begun, the
baby’s bilirubin level should be
measured to make sure therapy
is eective.
CAUTION
Do not block any of the air vents
on the Illuminator device.
Connecting the light panel
cable to the illuminator
device
Turning on the illuminator
device