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Read this manual carefully. Manufactured by: KANMED AB Gårdsfogdevägen 18B This manual is valid for KANMED Operatherm OP3 SE-168 66 Bromma system serial number 0001-08 and above, with Software version 1.1 (or higher) and Service Sweden Software 1.3 (or higher).
ONTROL NIT AND CU Disassembling instructions: ..........................26 CU Assembling instructions:............................ 29 PAD Disassembling instructions: ..........................30 11 WARRANTY............................31 12 DISPOSAL............................. 31 13 EMC COMPATIBILITY STATEMENT....................32 EMC Guidelines for the Operatherm OP3 system..................32 Page 2 of 34...
Technical Manual INTENDED USE The KANMED Operatherm OP3 patient warming system is designed to be used pre-, per- and post operatively. It must be used according to this manual. The system is intended to reduce the risk of hypothermia. It is not intended for home use. It may only be operated by qualified medical staff that has undergone proper product training according to the hospital routine.
Control Unit has received mechanical damage, it must be examined by a qualified technician before being used. If the Operatherm OP3 is suspected to not operating properly, immediately consult a qualified technician for advice.
Maintenance Kanmed Operatherm OP3 does not require any special maintenance apart from what is described in the technical section of the user manual. Storage The Heating Pad shall be stored hanging with the Pad Hanger or lying flat. Avoid folding.
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Technical manual KANMED Operatherm OP3 SPARE PARTS Article no. Product Comment 700-0751 Rubber Frame NOTE: Two pcs per unit is required. 700-0766 Rear label PAD Connector 700-0748 Plastic pad-connector housing (top/bottom) incl. screws. casing 700-0765 CU Front label 300-001 CPU unit incl front...
“Trouble Shooting”. Detailed system description. The Operatherm OP3 system is designed with multiple level of protection against any foreseeable errors that may cause potentially harmful conditions for the patient. The system is computer controlled, with a fail safe (twin state) watch-dog, monitoring the correct operation of the main process and will cause a safety relay to break the power to the pad if a computer error occurs.
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Technical manual KANMED Operatherm OP3 The heating current is fed via a safety relay, and any errors in the system will cause the safety relay to break the current. Apart from a constant on-line supervision of the systems vital safety functions, the system will automatically turn into a cyclic self test mode for a couple of seconds every 15 min.
Expected lifetimes Control unit OP3. Kanmed warrants a safe lifetime for Control unit OP3 of 10 years from first day of use. This is under the condition that the unit has been serviced according to the user and or service manual and that the unit has not been modified or changed in any way or for any reason.
LVFS document. International GMDN code: 11989, category 04. 8 SERVICE SOFTWARE The Operatherm OP3 can be loaded with different Software versions. The Customer version (with blue bottom bar) is the only version allowed to be used in normal operation. The system function with the Customer version of the software is described in the user manual.
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Technical manual KANMED Operatherm OP3 2. Fit the USB-memory stick containing the Service Software (..or the user software) into the internal USB connector. 3. Connect the mains power, and within 5 seconds, press and hold left AND right arrow buttons pressed simultaneously 4.
Technical manual KANMED Operatherm OP3 MENU functions These system functions is accessed if the “Menu” (up arrow) button is pressed when the unit is in stand by mode. This menu or these functions are not available during normal operation of the system.
Technical manual KANMED Operatherm OP3 Writing Logs to USB. Note: This operation requires an empty Kanmed approved USB-memory stick (<2 GB, FAT32 formatted). It can also be performed with the Customer Software Version. 1. Fit the USB-memory stick into the internal USB connector.
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Technical manual KANMED Operatherm OP3 If no PAD is connected, three log files will be generated (above). Four if a PAD is connected (below). The log files are in txt format and can be opened with a text editor, e.g. WordPad or similar. The log files are mainly intended for factory level post analyze of any “un-explainable”...
Technical manual KANMED Operatherm OP3 Heating Pad Data Summary Information about the connected Pad. Pad serial number and type, SW version, Calibration information, Running hours and No of starts (operating sessions). “Menu” (up arrow) returns the system to the Technical data menu.
Technical manual KANMED Operatherm OP3 Control Unit Calibration Check Note: This operation requires the use of a Calibration Adapter (part No. OP3-099). Connect the calibration adapter (part No: OP3-099) to the control unit and press on/off. The unit will automatically enter Calibration Check mode.
Technical manual KANMED Operatherm OP3 PAD Log Select “PAD Log” and press “Enter” to display the logs of the connected PAD. Press [<] or [>] to step through the different log pages. Press “MENU” to exit. NOTE: The CU must first have been started in normal operation (performed a self test) with the PAD connected in order to read these logs! This function is also available in the Customer Software version.
“Enter” writes the new calibration values to the CU, MENU exits without changing the values. This procedure may only be performed by Kanmed factory or by a Kanmed certified WARNING: workshop! CU re-calibration should NEVER be performed in field. Furthermore, the cu unit must be in thermal balance before the procedure is performed, i.e.
– or an abnormally high thermal load. In case the Operatherm OP3 indicates an alarm, note the error code indicated (see explanation of the codes further down in this section). If there is a logical explanation, try to eliminate the condition that is causing the alarm.
Technical manual KANMED Operatherm OP3 Medium severity alarms An error in this category turns the heating off but permits resumed operation after the alarm has been reset. Alarm display Description / Alarm display Description / and Error Code Operator actions...
Action: Try to re-fit the Pad connector and restart the Action: The Heating Pad should be returned to KANMED unit. If the error persists, the Pad and the Control for analysis. Unit’s connector saver should be analyzed by an authorised technician.
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Technical manual KANMED Operatherm OP3 Action: Reset the alarm and restart the unit. Observe Action: Reset the alarm. If there is a logical explanation the temperature behaviour on the display. If there is e.g. a massive cold object is draining more than normally...
Technical manual KANMED Operatherm OP3 Action: Reset the alarm. The Control Unit needs to be Action: Reset the alarm and restart the unit. If the alarm serviced by an authorised technician. re-occurs, the Control Unit should be analyzed and/or replaced.
Technical manual KANMED Operatherm OP3 REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS OP3 Control Unit and PAD Repairs of the OP3 control unit are limited to replacement of circuit boards and sub-units. Only Kanmed factory may perform repairs of the boards itself. Pre requirements: •...
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Technical manual KANMED Operatherm OP3 With the bottom plate removed, the power board can be removed without removing any of the other boards. In this case, carefully disconnect the cables (4 pcs) from the power board and the earth pin for easier removal of the circuit board. Do not pull directly on the cables! Use a screw driver to carefully pry the connector locking device open.
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Technical manual KANMED Operatherm OP3 3. Remove the 4 screws that holds the display 4. Remove the connector saver assembly 5. Carefully loosen the display assembly from 6. Remove the flat cable and the earth cable. the cabinet 7. Loosen the 4 main board screws 8.
Technical manual KANMED Operatherm OP3 CU Assembling instructions: Assemble the unit in reverse order as described above. Fit the main board in position but do not tighten the four screws until the display assembly is in place. Take particular caution when fitting the display assembly in order not to damage the components mounted on the flat cable.
Technical manual KANMED Operatherm OP3 PAD Disassembling instructions: NOTE: No repairs are possible on the PAD connector circuit board. It is not possible to replace the board either since it is factory calibrated with the pad and the connecting cable. Only the casing can be replaced if damaged.
Technical manual KANMED Operatherm OP3 WARRANTY KANMED AB warrants the Operatherm OP3 Control Unit and Heating Pads for a period of 12 month from the purchase date. In case of a warranty matter KANMED may on its own judgement decide to: •...
Guidance and manufacturer’s declaration - electromagnetic emissions The KANMED Operatherm OP3 system is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The customer or the user of the KANMED Operatherm OP3 should assure that it is used in such an environment.
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Guidance and manufacturer’s declaration - electromagnetic immunity The KANMED Operatherm OP3 system is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The customer or the user of the KANMED Operatherm OP3 system assures that it is used in such an environment. Electromagnetic...
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Guidance and manufacturer’s declaration - electromagnetic immunity The KANMED Operatherm OP3 system is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The customer or the user of the KANMED Operatherm OP3 system should assure that it is used in such an environment.
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