Navien Mate EQM 350 User Manual page 8

Safety Precautions
Watch out for low temperature burns
What is a low temperature burn ?
Low-temperature burns are skin damage caused by slow penetration of heat over a relatively
long period of time from temperatures of 104°F(40°C) to 111.2°F(44°C) that is not relatively hot.
According to the American Burn Association (ABA), skin deformation (protein breakdown)
occurs when exposed to 113°F(45°C) for 1 hour, 122°F(50°C) for 3 minutes, and 140°F(60°C) and
greater for 8 seconds.
It occurs in the dermis or adipocytes that are not receptive to pain, and the burned area is nar-
rower and deeper than burns caused by high temperature. It is important to use the product
safely with special care as burns are mostly caused by misuse of heat mats, heaters, and hot
packs used at home.
Main symptoms of low temperature burns
1. Your skin may turn red and you may feel a tingling sensation.
2. Burned area appears discolored and may be itchy.
3. Over time, the degree of pain may increase.
4. If symptoms process further, blisters may occur due to burns.
5. The burned area has a tendency to be narrower than a normal burn injury.
Using a bed warming mattress pad safely
Use a cover on the pad and cover the pad with a blanket if there is no cover. For safety, be careful not
to have skin contact with the connecting hose for a long period. People who are physically disabled
or unable to high temperatures should be careful not to use the warming pad. Patients with diabetes
or skin disease should not use the warming pad. Take caution operating the product near infants or
children. When the product is not in use, please set the child-lock. Be careful not to lie down in one
position for a long time.
If you feel itchy during use, adjust the temperature or change your posture.When sleeping, set the
temperature below the recommended temperature of 95°F(35°C). Please refrain from using high
temperatures for a long time.
Cool down the burned area using cold water or saline on the affected area with the low temperature
burn. (Please refrain from direct stimulation by applying an ice pack or with a shower.)
Please visit a hospital as soon as possible to treat it.
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