Safety Procedures And Precautions - Pedigo WARMWATCH P-2148 Operation & Care Manual

Safety Procedures and Precautions

S A F E T Y P R O C E D U R E S A N D P R E C A U T I O N S
Knowledge of proper procedures is essential to the safe
operation of electrically energized equipment. The following
hazard signal words and symbols may be used throughout
this manual.
D A N G E R
Used to indicate the presence of a hazard that
WILL cause severe personal injury, death, or
substantial property damage if the warning
included with this symbol is ignored.
W A R N I N G
Used to indicate the presence of a hazard that
CAN cause personal injury, possible death, or
major property damage if the warning included
with this symbol is ignored.
C A U T I O N
Used to indicate the presence of a hazard that
can or will cause minor or moderate personal
injury or property damage if the warning included
with this symbol is ignored.
C A U T I O N
Used to indicate the presence of a hazard that can or
will cause minor personal injury, property damage, or a
potential unsafe practice if the warning included with this
symbol is ignored.
Used to indicate that referral to operating
instructions is a mandatory action. If not
followed the operator or patient could suffer
personal injury.
Used to indicate that referral to operating
instructions is recommended to understand
operation of equipment.
N O T I C E : Used to notify personnel of installation,
operation, or maintenance information that is
important but not hazard related.
MM-1068 (MN-29617) • Rev 0 (10/15) • WarmWatch® Combination Blanket/Fluid Warmer • 3
1. The blanket chamber is intended for warming DRY, cotton
blankets ONLY. The fluid chamber is intended for warming
injection and/or irrigation fluids ONLY. No other use for
these devices is authorized or recommended.
2. This warmer is intended for use in commercial
establishments where all operators are familiar with the
purpose, limitations, and associated hazards of this device.
The warmer can be used wherever there is appropriate
space and electrical source including patient support areas,
ER, ICU, PAU, surgical suites, patient rooms, and nursing
stations. Operating instructions and warnings must be read
and understood by all operators and users.
3. Any troubleshooting guides, component views, and parts
lists included in this manual are for general reference only
and are intended for use by qualified technical personnel.
4. This manual should be considered a permanent part of this
device. This manual and all supplied instructions, diagrams,
schematics, parts lists, notices, and labels must remain with
the device if the item is sold or moved to another location.
W A R N I N G
Transport shall only be done with the doors closed.
W A R N I N G
Appliance and accessories may be
heavy. To prevent serious injury,
ALWAYS use a sufficient number
of trained and experienced workers
when moving or leveling appliance
and handling accessories.
N O T I C E : For equipment delivered for use in
any location regulated by the
following directive:
DO NOT dispose of electrical or
electronic equipment with other
municipal waste.
N O T I C E : Due to the energy effi cient design of the
warming cabinet and tight seal around the
door, the water vapor from moist or damp
blankets placed in the warming cabinet may
cause condensation to collect on interior
surfaces. To avoid this accumulation, use DRY
blankets or towels.