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ELECTRI-COOL
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MODEL 767

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  • Page 1 OPERATION MANUAL ® ELECTRI-COOL MODEL 767...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Warnings / Cautions Symbols Receiving and Inspection Approvals Introduction Purpose Clinical Indications Contraindications Description Accessories Transporting and Storing Set Up / Operation / Cleaning Equipment Set Up Filling Instructions Startup Instructions Setting Temperature Pad Instructions Disposal Cleaning Storage Specifications General Maintenance and Checkout Procedures...

  • Page 3: Warnings / Cautions

    WARNING • Read Operation Manual before operating. • At least every 20 minutes, check patient’s temperature and skin condition of areas in contact with blanket; also, check blanket water temperature. Pediatric, temperature-sensitive patients with vascular disease, and operating room patients should be checked more frequently. Notify physician promptly of any change, or if the patient’s temperature is not responding properly, or does not reach the prescribed temperature in the prescribed time, or there is a change in the prescribed temperature range.
  • Page 4 CAUTION • Use distilled water only. Failure to use distilled water may result in poor performance and/or ® damage to the Electri-Cool II voiding the warranty. • Do not use De-ionized Water. The majority of de-ionizers do not maintain a neutral pH of 7. If the de-ionized water is acidic, it will cause a battery effect, the metal will begin to deteriorate and may cause a leak in the system.

  • Page 5: Symbols

    Symbols See Accompanying Documentation Inspect and Change Filter Periodically 5 - 7° C 8 - 10° C 11 -13° C 40 - 45° F 46 - 50° F 51 - 55° F Temperature Settings 2° C/36° F Low Water Temperature Low Water Level Type B Applied Part Voltage, Alternating Current...

  • Page 6: Receiving And Inspection

    Retain all packing material and carefully record or photograph any damage. Notify the carrier at once and ask for an inspection (in writing). Failure to do this within 15 days may result in loss of claim. Do not return the equipment to Cincinnati Sub-Zero. Call our Medical Technical Service department for further instruction.

  • Page 7: Contraindications

    In most cases, cold therapy is applied immediately following the surgical procedure directly to the wound site. This acts to help reduce swelling and pain, while also helping to reduce or eliminate the need for pain-killing medications. For the specialty of hand surgery, cold therapy is also applied to the upper extremity before and during the procedure in conjunction with a tourniquet.

  • Page 8: Accessories

    ® Figure 1.2: Electri-Cool II Left-side View 4.5 Accessories ® The essential accessories for the Electri-Cool II Unit are listed below: The Thermal Pads consist of two layers of plastic sealed together to provide multiple passageways for water flow in a random-flow pattern designed to prevent occlusion. ®...

  • Page 9: Transporting And Storing

    A bed bracket or mounting stand as listed in “Accessories” section can also be used within proximity of the patient such that the attached hoses will reach the desired therapy site. Figure 5.1: Mounting the Electri-Cool II to the Bed Bracket Page 9 of 27...
  • Page 10 Figure 5.2: Mounting Stand Bracket to Stand Assembly Figure 5.3: Mounting the Electri-Cool II to Stand Page 10 of 27...

  • Page 11: Filling Instructions

    Filling Instructions 5.2.1 Lift the reservoir lid and fill reservoir with distilled water to its maximum level. The maximum level is at the lowest level of the fill spout (or threaded neck). Close the lid. Use distilled water only. Failure to use distilled water may result in poor performance ®...
  • Page 12 Figure 2.1: Membrane Control Panel Page 12 of 27...
  • Page 13 WARNING • At least every 20 minutes, or as directed by physician, check patient’s skin condition of areas in contact with blanket; also, check blanket water temperature. Pediatric, temperature- sensitive patients with vascular disease, and operating room patients should be checked more frequently.

  • Page 14: Pad Instructions

    Rinse cloth of excess solution before applying to unit. Contact the Cincinnati Sub-Zero Technical Service Department for information on the Decontamination Cleaning procedure. Users should not use cleaning or decontamination methods different from those recommended by the manufacturer without first checking with the manufacturer that the proposed methods will not damage the equipment.

  • Page 15: Specifications

    Specifications ® Electri-Cool Physical Model 767 Size 29.2cm W x 15.24cm D x 30.5cm H (11.5"W x 6.0"D x 12.0"H) Dry Weight 5.9 kg (13 lbs.) Hose length 1.83 m (6 ft.) Portability Molded, attached, carrying handle Connectors Quick-connect, self-sealing Case Material G.E.

  • Page 16: General Maintenance And Checkout Procedures

    General Maintenance and Checkout Procedures It is suggested you perform the following procedures in their order of listing and document the results on a Preventive Maintenance Inspection Record. Refer to Table 7.0 for an example of an inspection form. Exterior Physical Inspection Look for cracked, bent, missing, or otherwise damaged parts.

  • Page 17: Leakage Current Test

    Leakage Current Test Connect ground lead clamp of leakage current tester to the ground lug on the back of the unit. Plug unit into tester. Test unit in all combinations of power switch off and on, normal and reverse polarity, and normal and open ground.
  • Page 18 Table. 7.0 Sample - Preventive Maintenance Inspection Procedure 1/1/04 3/1/04 6/1/04 Exterior physical inspection Air-filter inspection Flow test—Insert value 10 GPH ° ° ° ° Temperature test—Insert value Low water switch test 50µ µ µ µ A Leakage current test—Insert value .09Ω...

  • Page 19: Troubleshooting Guide

    8.0 Troubleshooting Guide General This section provides information to aid the service technician in diagnosing problems with the Electri- ® Cool II Cold Therapy Unit. The left column lists problems that could occur; the right column lists the most probable causes. Problem Probable Cause Unit will not turn on.

  • Page 20: Parts List

    PVC Tubing, 12 mm ID x 16 mm OD 55061 Rubber Feet 55118 Carton 55502 Air Filter 56076 Reservoir Insulation 56269 Electri-Cool II Operation Manual 56488 Membrane Control Panel 57031 Exterior Spec Label 57121 Plastic Spacer 60102 Screw, 8-32 x ½” flat head SS 60219 8-32 x 1”...
  • Page 21 Figure 9.1: Exploded View Page 21 of 27...
  • Page 22 Figure 9.1: Wiring Schematic Page 22 of 27...

  • Page 23: Fluid Circuit Disinfection/Dry Storage Procedure

    11.0 FLUID CIRCUIT DISINFECTION/DRY STORAGE PROCEDURE         for Circulating Water Units Utilizing Airkem A-33 The following procedure disinfects the fluid circuit in these products. If the product is to be placed back into service, stop after step #5.
  • Page 24 (OPTIONAL METHOD) FLUID CIRCUIT DISINFECTION/DRY STORAGE PROCEDURE (for Circulating Water Units Utilizing Household Bleach (Sodium Hypochlorite) The following procedure disinfects the fluid circuit in these products. If the product is to be placed back into service, stop after step #8. For protracted storage in a dry state, complete the procedure. The required tools/supplies are appropriate drain hose(s) and/or connector(s), a source of compressed air/nitrogen, a supply of household bleach (sodium hypochlorite), Fac-Chek pH strips, distilled water, and the appropriate AC electrical power.
  • Page 25 Decontamination in the Healthcare environment is of the utmost concern with today's array of potential infectious diseases. Cincinnati Sub-Zero has always been aware of these concerns in conjunction with the water reservoirs and circulatory systems of CSZ equipment. For this reason, all CSZ equipment have a suggested monthly schedule for flushing and cleaning the water system in an effort to inhibit the growth of bacteria and fungi.
  • Page 26 Once no bleach is detected, add the appropriate amount of U.S.P. Grade Propylene Glycol to the water reservoir per the following chart: UNIT U.S.P. GRADE PROPYLENE GLYCOL PER UNIT Electri-Cool II 1.5 ounces (45 cc) Continue to fill the water reservoir with distilled water. Document the maintenance of the unit.

  • Page 27: Customer Service & Support

    11.0 Customer Service & Support To obtain parts or additional information regarding your unit, write or phone: MAIL: Cincinnati Sub-Zero Products, Inc. Phone: 513-772-8810 / 1-800-989- 7373 12011 Mosteller Road Cincinnati, OH 45241-1528 Attn: Customer Service Authorized European Representative CEpartner4U Phone: + 31 (0) 6-516.536.26...

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