QinFLOW Warrior Instructions For Use Manual

Blood and fluid warmer operated with ac power supply module

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Warrior / Warrior EXTREME
Blood and Fluid Warmer Operated
with AC Power Supply Module
Instruction for Use (IFU)

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  • Page 1 Warrior / Warrior EXTREME Blood and Fluid Warmer Operated with AC Power Supply Module Instruction for Use (IFU)
  • Page 2 Quality in Flow (QinFlow) Ltd. Quality in Flow (QinFlow) Ltd. 23 Ha-Yetsira St. Petah Tikva Israel 4951251 MedNet EC-REP GmbH Borkstrasse 10, 48163 Münster, Germany 0482 QAC1700 Rev.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Preparing the System for Warming ________________________________________ 8 Connecting the Base Unit to the Compact Disposable Unit _____________________ 8 Connecting the WARRIOR Warmer to the Fluid Bag and Patient _______________ 10 Warming Blood or Intravenous Fluid Products _____________________________ 12 General Operation Instructions __________________________________________ 13...
  • Page 4: Intended Use

    * The Warrior Base Unit and Compact Disposable Unit are provided separately. The system is positioned between the blood/IV tubing and the patient. The temperature set point of the system is 38 °C ± 2 °C (100.4 °F ± 3.6 °F). The Warrior warmer provides both audio and visual notifications.
  • Page 5: Base Unit

    The Base Unit can be connected to either a rechargeable battery or to an AC power supply. Connecting the Base Unit to AC power supply is performed through the Warrior AC Module. The Base Unit is connected to the AC Module through the opening at the bottom of the unit.
  • Page 6: Compact Disposable Unit

    Preparing and Operating the System Connecting the Base Unit to the AC Module The Warrior Blood and Fluid Warmer is powered by an AC power supply, encased in a plastic housing. The power supply requires 120/240 [VAC], 50-60 Hz mains connection.
  • Page 7 Plug the AC Module to mains electricity using the grounded cable provided with the AC Module. WARNING! use only the grounded cable provided with the Warrior AC Unit Module QAC1700 Rev. A7 Page 7 of 25...
  • Page 8: Preparing The System For Warming

    WARNING: follow all the instructions provided by the manufacturer of the blood/intravenous fluid administration set and the protocols of your organization when administrating blood or fluid through the Warrior Blood and Fluid Warmer. The Warrior Blood and Fluid Warmer Compact Disposable Unit cartridge is provided sterile, packaged in a sterile bag.
  • Page 9 Preparing and Operating the System Compact Disposable Unit, as shown in the image on the right. Note: the disconnections of the cable shall be performed by holding and pulling the designated connector (top image on the right), and NOT by holding and pulling the cable or holding and pulling the ferrites on the cable (bottom image on the right).
  • Page 10: Connecting The Warrior Warmer To The Fluid Bag And Patient

    • No modification of this equipment is allowed! • Use of the Warrior Blood and Fluid Warmer in a manner that is inconsistent with the instructions may result in failure of the system or injury to patient or to the caregiver.
  • Page 11 Note: The Warrior Blood and Fluid Warmer Compact Disposable Unit is a single-use item, supplied sterile and ready for use. If cleaning during use is necessary, wipe the external surfaces of the Warrior warmer with a damp cloth with water or alcohol (Iso- Propanol/Ethanol).
  • Page 12: Warming Blood Or Intravenous Fluid Products

    (short or steady beep). Note: When there are extreme changes in the flow rate or the inlet fluid temperature, the Warrior warmer will require an adjustment period of up to 20 seconds. A set of internal sensors constantly measure the fluid temperature and adjust the power supplied to the heat exchanger accordingly.
  • Page 13: General Operation Instructions

    You do not have to replace the Compact Disposable Unit when replacing the fluid or blood bag. You can administer several fluid bags using the same Compact Disposable Unit. You do not have to shut off the Warrior Blood and Fluid warmer AC Module when replacing the fluid bag. QAC1700 Rev. A7...
  • Page 14: Removing The Base Unit From The Ac Module

    Removing the Base Unit from the AC Module If you wish to remove the Base Unit from the AC Module and continue to use it off-grid with the Warrior battery, then: Open the AC Module cover by pressing the two latches on the AC Module back.
  • Page 15: System Notifications And Troubleshooting

    Look for IV kink and release it. Replace the IV tubing if necessary. Check if the AC module is On and that the Warrior AC Module power cable is plugged into a mains outlet. Check that the Base Unit is properly...
  • Page 16 (e.g. changing from 180 ml/min to 40 ml/min). If none of the above conditions is apparent, turn off the Warrior Blood Fluid is hot!!! Fluid is warmer than and Fluid Warmer AC Module and Tout: XX °C (YY °C)
  • Page 17: Specifications And Characteristics

    240VAC 3.5A RMS 50-60 Hz Output 24 VDC; 26.5 A Defibrillation Proof type BF Applied Part The Warrior Blood and Fluid Warmer Compact Disposable Unit is safe to be used when joined with a defibrillator Physical Properties Table 3. Physical Properties...
  • Page 18: Environmental Conditions

    Water and particles Ingress rate IP22 * The Warrior Blood and Fluid Warmer Base Unit and AC Module does not require any calibration or maintenance. At the end of the service life period turn to the manufacturer for Base Unit/AC Module refurbishing options.
  • Page 19 Guidelines and manufacturer's declaration – electromagnetic interference resistance The Warrior blood and fluid warmer operated with the AC power supply module is intended for use in the electro-magnetic environment specified below. The customer or the user of the Warrior blood and fluid warmer operated with the AC power supply module should assure that it is used in such an environment.
  • Page 20 Guidelines and manufacturer's declaration – electromagnetic interference resistance The Warrior blood and fluid warmer operated with the AC power supply module is intended for use in the electro-magnetic environment specified below. The customer or the user of the Warrior blood and fluid warmer operated with the AC power supply module should ensure that it is used in such an environment.
  • Page 21 Warrior blood and fluid warmer operated with the AC power supply module The Warrior blood and fluid warmer operated with the AC power supply module is intended for use in an electromagnetic environment in which radiated RF disturbance variables are controlled. The...
  • Page 22: Cleaning The System

    WARNING: Do not submerge, sterilize or autoclave the CDU. Cleaning and disinfecting the Base Unit and AC module The Warrior/Warrior EXTREME reusable parts- Base Unit, AC module, Extension Cable and Mount Accessory are supplied non-sterile and should be surface cleaned/disinfected after each patient use.
  • Page 23: System Precautions

    Always replace the Compact Disposable Unit when replacing the blood administration set. Warnings g Do not use the Warrior Blood and Fluid Warmer if the audio and/or visual indications are not functioning. h Warming IV fluids/blood at flow rate higher than 290 ml/min (for example by using a pressure infusion bag or fluid pump) may result in lower output temperature than 38 ±...
  • Page 24: Disclaimer And Warranty

    Warranty The Warrior Blood and Fluid Warmer is manufactured by Quality in Flow Ltd. and is warranted to be free from manufacturer defects. The system is covered for one year from date of purchase.
  • Page 25: Symbols And Legends

    Do NOT use if package is damaged Keep away from sunlight IP22 Water and particles ingress rate Pyrogenic Free. The Warrior Compact Disposable Unit is free of substances that might produce fever Temp. set point: Temperature is set to 38 °C (100.4 °F) 38 °C (100.4 °F)

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