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KR-1000 Infant Warmer User Manual Version 1.0 Software Version 3.0...
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Novos KR-1000 Infant Warmer User Manual V1.0 Revisions Version Date of Publish Sections Changed April 2017...
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This document contains information in which NOVOS, claimed proprietary rights. The information may not be reproduced in whole or in part except as authorized in writing by NOVOS. This information is the property of NOVOS, it is provided solely for use intended.
Novos KR-1000 Infant Warmer User Manual V1.0 1.1. Symbols BF Type Equipment AC Power Available AC Power Not Available Celsius/Fahrenheit Switch Button Remote Alarm Silencer Alarm Silencer Button Set Target Temperature Over 37⁰C Button Examination Light On/Off Button Keypad Lock/Unlock Button...
V1.0 1.5. Warranty All Novos products are guaranteed to be free of defects for a period of one year from date of delivery. The following are exceptions to this warranty: The defect shall be a result of workmanship or material. Defects caused by misuse, mishandling, tampering, or by modifications not authorized by NOVOS Medical Systems or its representatives are not covered.
Novos KR-1000 Infant Warmer User Manual V1.0 2. Intended Use 2.1. Applications....................................11 2.2. Restrictions of Use ................................... 11...
In manual mode, KR-1000 provides user adjustable heater power and the option to monitor the baby’s skin temperature using the skin sensor if desired. In prewarm mode, KR-1000 provides a prewarm cycle of the heater. This mode can be used to prepare the warmer just before using it with an infant. 2.2. Restrictions of Use...
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Ensure all mounting accessories are securely fastened in the column mounting slot before items are placed or attached to each accessory. WARNING! Do not exceed the maximum total storage drawer and storage tray loading of 7 kg. The maximum total accessory weight on a KR-1000 should not exceed 65kg...
Novos KR-1000 Infant Warmer User Manual V1.0 3.1. Isometric View Warmer Head Monitor Tray Tray IV Pole Control Panel Grommet Drawer Handle Scale Control Unit Side Protector Height Adjustment Footswitch Extension Bar Trendelenburg Control Phototherapy Unit Wheel Cylinder Racks Unit...
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±12⁰ and can easily be aligned horizontally by reset function. (11) Height Adjustment Footswitch (Optional): Mattress height of the KR-1000 can be adjusted with footswitches. It can be elevated up to 20cm. (15) Extension Bar (Optional): A suction unit and air/oxygen blender options can be attached via extension bar of KR- 1000.
(1) Air Probe: The air probe measuring the environment air temperature is embedded at the rear of the device. (2) Multiway Plug: KR-1000 provides a multiway plug for the power requirement of the third party devices such as phototherapy unit and patient monitor.
Novos KR-1000 Infant Warmer User Manual V1.0 3.4. Control Panel Control Panel can be divided into 5 different region. Timers Operating Modes Alarms Temperature Settings Lower Button Group Function of each control will be explained in chapter 5.2 Control Panel Operation...
Novos KR-1000 Infant Warmer User Manual V1.0 3.4.3.Alarms High Skin Temperature Alarm Indicator Sensor Disconnection/Failure Alarm Indicator Low Skin Temperature Alarm Indicator Axis Failure Alarm Indicator High Temperature Alarm Indicator System Failure Alarm Indicator Control Baby Alarm Indicator Power Failure Alarm Indicator...
Novos KR-1000 Infant Warmer User Manual V1.0 3.4.5.Lower Button Group Skin Temperature Probe Socket Handsfree Alarm Silencer Examination Light On/Off Button Power Button Keypad Lock/Unlock Button AC Power Indicator...
Novos KR-1000 Infant Warmer User Manual V1.0 3.6.3.Top View Vent 3.6.4.Bottom View Spiral Extension Bar Mount Blue Phototherapy LED Plastic Stand Focus LED...
V1.0 4.1. Unpacking and Assembly KR-1000 is packed as three main parts, which are the column (upper frame), the main body (lower frame) and the accessories box containing the infant bed and all the accessories. Upon receiving the device follow the steps below to complete the installation.
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Novos KR-1000 Infant Warmer User Manual V1.0 Remove the yellow loadcell protectors located on bassinet by unscrewing the 4 screws indicated below and locate the infant bed on its place.(optional) 10. Insert the rear side protector Unfold the side protectors.
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Novos KR-1000 Infant Warmer User Manual V1.0 10. Mount the spiral extension bar for phototherapy unit. Fix it with the plastic head screws located at the both end sides.(optional) 11. Mount the extension kit for blender and suction unit. (optional)
Novos KR-1000 Infant Warmer User Manual V1.0 4.2. Alarm System Checkout Before commencing ensure: A baby is not present on the warmer. There is no skin sensor connected into the front panel socket. The power cord is plugged into an appropriate wall supply outlet.
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Novos KR-1000 Infant Warmer User Manual V1.0 Check the Power Failure indicator light flashes and audible alarm sounds. Plug the power cord into the wall supply outlet. Check the warmer re-starts correctly. 10. Connect the skin probe and observe there is no alarm on the alarms display.
The power cord is plugged into an appropriate wall supply outlet. The main ON/OFF switch is in ON position. The following procedure can be used to verify the operation of electronic systems of KR-1000. Press the Power button on Control Panel. Verify the power-on audible warning sound.
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Novos KR-1000 Infant Warmer User Manual V1.0 23. Release the Timer 1 button on any target value. 24. Observe the counting process on the timer display. 25. Repeat the steps 21-24 for the Timer 2. 26. Press and hold the Apgar button.
A long beep sounds during self-check indicates that the device is powered on properly. 5.2. Control Panel Operation 5.2.1.Displays There are four displays on the KR-1000 control panel; Baby Temperature Set Temperature Heater Power Percentage Timer Minute...
Novos KR-1000 Infant Warmer User Manual V1.0 1. Baby temperature: shows the measured instantaneous skin temperature of the baby. If unit switch button is pressed.until AAA is seen on the display The ambient temperature is temporarily displayed. A few seconds later SSS is shown on display and measured skin temperature returns.
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Novos KR-1000 Infant Warmer User Manual V1.0 Alarm Silencer Alarm Mode Cause Action Function Heater is energized over 80% for 15 Heater power drops to Bypasses the audible Baby continuous minutes. zero. alarm only. Control Baby Manual Prewarm Heater power is Actual temperature is 0.5⁰C above...
5.2.4.Keypad Lock If there is no any user input, KR-1000 automatically locks the control panel in order to avoid undesired user input in a 60 seconds of time. In order to activate/deactivate the keypad lock, press on Keypad Lock button.
Yellow Skin Probe containing two NTCs must be connected to the control panel in order to adjust the power of the heater resistance when the baby mode is activated. KR-1000 controls the baby’s skin temperature with respect to the temperature value returned from this sensor in baby mode.
Novos KR-1000 Infant Warmer User Manual V1.0 Sensor Disc. & Control Baby Alarms are triggered. The Air Probe must be connected at the back of control panel to measure the air temperature. Unlike the skin probe, the air probe must be in its position regardless of the operating mode.
Novos KR-1000 Infant Warmer User Manual V1.0 5.4. Operating Modes WARNING! Strictly follow this User Manual. Any use of the product requires full understanding and strict observation of all portions of these instructions. This equipment is only to be used for the purpose specified under "Intended Use".
5.4.1.Operation in Baby Mode KR-1000 starts operation in Baby mode on each startup. In baby mode KR-1000 provides the stable control of baby’s skin temperature by automatically adjusting the heater power to compensate the heat loss due to varying physiological and environmental conditions.
5.4.2.Operation in Prewarm Mode If it is known beforehand that a baby is to arrive in the NICU, turn on KR-1000 at least 15 minutes before placing the baby and switch it to prewarm mode so that the baby does not lie on a cold surface initially.
Novos KR-1000 Infant Warmer User Manual V1.0 5.4.3.Operation in Manual Mode Press on the Manual button on Control Panel. Active mode indicator LED on the upper right corner of Manual button will turn green. In Manual Mode the heater power is set by the user via up &...
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Novos KR-1000 Infant Warmer User Manual V1.0 WARNING! If the device is working with a power percentage over 50%, the power level will automatically be dropped to 50% after 15minutes as a safety precaution. After 15 minutes After the heater power automatically drops to 50%, Control Baby Alarm is triggered.
5.5.1.Side Protectors KR-1000 has 3 foldable side protectors and 1 rear protector with name tag. All these side protectors hosts a ruler for measuring the infant development. Front and rear side protectors have totally 8 grommets for tubing and sensor cables.
Novos KR-1000 Infant Warmer User Manual V1.0 5.5.2.Trendelenburg KR-1000 has the electronic trendelenburg with 2 memory option. The whole bassinet can be tilted up to ±12⁰ and can easily be aligned horizontally by reset function. Press and hold on up arrow for applying trendelenburg position.
5.6. Scale Control Unit (Optional) KR-1000 has an optional scale by which the baby weight can be measured and be saved up to 6 records. Weighing Scale can also show the difference between consecutive records. Tare Button...
Novos KR-1000 Infant Warmer User Manual V1.0 5.6.1.Weighing Process WARNING! During the weighing process pay attention there is no physical contact to the bassinet from the user and make sure that the bassinet is in horizontal position. WARNING! Remove all unnecessary objects placed on the bassinet.
4. After the measurment has been done you may save it by following the steps described in section below. 5.6.2.Weight Measurement Records KR-1000 Scale Unit can save up to 6 measurements and show the differences between these records. 5. After a stable value is observed on the...
5.6.3.Scale Calibration KR-1000 needs to be calibrated at the first installation or when the “CAL” warning is seen on the scale display. Calibration process is composed of two steps which are 0 kg and 5 kg calibration. Therefore a calibrated 5kg weight is needed to complete calibration process successfully.
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Novos KR-1000 Infant Warmer User Manual V1.0 11. Observe C0 zero calibration indicator on the display. 12. Press the “Tare” button to start the zero calibration and see the increasing number of dots next to character ‘C’. 13. After zero calibration is finished.
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Novos KR-1000 Infant Warmer User Manual V1.0 14. Put a calibrated 5kg weight on the center of the mattress. 5 KG 15. Press the “Tare” button to start the 5kg calibration 16. Observe the increasing number of dots next to character ‘C’.
Do not attempt to set the Max Pressure Relief above 80 cmH O [mbar] NOVOS cannot warrant or endorse the safe performance of third party accessories. Only use NOVOS original parts and accessories. Serious harm to the patient and device may result from the use of unauthorized parts or accessories When the device is in use, users should ensure that;...
Novos KR-1000 Infant Warmer User Manual V1.0 6.4. Preparation The following procedure should be carried out prior to every use of the Easypuff to ensure that the device is functioning correctly. Check Manometer Manometer should reveal zero with no gas flow. If not, the manometer requires calibration (Refer to Service Manual) Connect a Gas Supply: Examples of gas supplies are shown below;...
Novos KR-1000 Infant Warmer User Manual V1.0 It is recommended to set the total flow output as 8 lpm. If a flowmeter system is used then beware of the total flow output of air/oxygen mixture does not exceed the 15 lpm. For example, setting both the oxygen and air flows to 4 lpm will give you a flow rate of 8 lpm in total.
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Novos KR-1000 Infant Warmer User Manual V1.0 WARNING! Please pay attention not to harm the gas inlet while connecting the gas supply to Easypuff. A gentle force will be enough to fit the connector properly. Connect T-Piece Circuit Connect the test balloon to the T-Piece Circuit, then connect the circuit to the gas outlet port.
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Novos KR-1000 Infant Warmer User Manual V1.0 Check Flow Settings Adjust the gas supply to desired flow rate between 5-15 lpm. 8 lpm is the recommended flow rate. Note: Ensure the oxygen concentration of an oxygen/air supply is either monitored using an oxygen analyzer or preset using oxygen/air flow rate graphs.
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Novos KR-1000 Infant Warmer User Manual V1.0 Remove the protective cap and adjust maximum pressure control knob to set the desired maximum pressure. Note: The factory setting of the Max Pressure Relief is 40 cmH2O [mbar]. The Max Pressure Relief valve acts as an overall limit on the achievable circuit pressure. Resuscitation above 40 cmH2O [mbar] cannot be achieved unless the Max Pressure Relief valve is adjusted.
Novos KR-1000 Infant Warmer User Manual V1.0 6.5. Operation Adjust the gas supply to the desired flow rate (5-15lpm) and oxygen concentration. WARNING! Never use the device with a flow rate exceeding the 15L/min limit. Choose an appropriate sized neonatal resuscitation mask and connect it to T-Piece circuit. Place the mask over the baby’s mouth and nose.
Patient’s serum levels of bilirubin should be regularly measured. WARNING! Newborns submitted to NOVOS BILILED MINI as to any other type of phototherapy, will require an adequate fluid supply and eyes protection during treatment, in addition to the routine nursing and medical assistance.
Risk of burn! Risk of explosion upon O2! WARNING! NOVOS medical equipment conforms to the interference immunity requirements laid down in product-specific standards or in EN 60601-1-2(IEC 60601-1-2). However, depending on the design of a mobile phone and the use situation, field strengths exceeding the values generated in the immediate vicinity of mobile phones, thereby causing interference and malfunctions.
Novos KR-1000 Infant Warmer User Manual V1.0 7.4. Preparation 7.4.1.Positioning of Bililed Mini WARNING! BILILED MINI has not been established for using inside of incubators and it should not be exposed directly heat coming from radiant warmer. Risk of burn! Risk of explosion upon O2! WARNING! When used with a radiant warmer, care must be taken to angle the light and position it to the side of the heat source.
If a proper grounding system is not available, the equipment should not be used. Do not use extension cord or multiple plugs. Bililed Mini Power Adapter has a holder for attaching it to the back of the KR-1000. Plug the AC cable to the adapter ...
Novos KR-1000 Infant Warmer User Manual V1.0 7.5. Operation 7.5.1.Normal Operation 18. Switch on the device by using the On/Off button located at the rear side. 19. Wait for device initialization. 20. Press on the Light Intensity Button to switch between intenstiy levels.
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Novos KR-1000 Infant Warmer User Manual V1.0 24. Therapy time can be monitored from the upper right corner of the screen. 25. Press on Start/Pause Button to pause the therapy. 26. Press on the same button resume the therapy. 27. Press on Reset Button to terminate the...
Novos KR-1000 Infant Warmer User Manual V1.0 7.5.2.Adjusting the Date/Time Settings 28. Switch on the device by using the On/Off button located at the rear side. 29. Press on both Light Intensity and Focus buttons simultaneously. Button Function Increase the selected value.
Novos KR-1000 Infant Warmer User Manual V1.0 7.6. Cleaning and Maintenance 7.6.1.Cleaning BILILED MINI™ must be thoroughly cleaned and disinfected periodically according to approved hospital protocols. WARNING! Always disconnect power supply before cleaning and disinfection. Remove visible soiling with a disposable cloth and detergent.
LEDs. LED module should be replaced when there is a loss of 25% of the irradiance. Replacement of LED Module: We recommend replacing LED module when LED usage time is 20.000 hours. For replacement of LED module contact NOVOS technical service or authorized local service in your region.
Novos KR-1000 Infant Warmer User Manual V1.0 8.1. Application The VENTURI TM2™ ejector is used to create, to adjust and to measure a suction from a source of pressured gas on the wall or from a cylinder (oxygen or medical air). It enables to suck in liquids or mucus in the absence of vacuum pipeline network. The VENTURI TM2™...
Novos KR-1000 Infant Warmer User Manual V1.0 WARNING! Do not dispose of the antibacterial filters in a bin for domestic waste. WARNING! When the source gas is oxygen, the use of lubricants that are not compatible with gas may cause fire or explosion.
Novos KR-1000 Infant Warmer User Manual V1.0 8.4. Cleaning and Maintenance Under normal conditions of use, the VENTURI TM2, does not require disinfection since the safety jar is protected by the filter on the front of the device. Change the filter after each patient.
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Novos KR-1000 Infant Warmer User Manual V1.0 Ambient temperatures for use: 10-40⁰C. Atmospheric air pressure for storage and use: 800-1060 hPa. Relative humidity levels for storage and use: 0 to 100%.
Novos KR-1000 Infant Warmer User Manual V1.0 9.1. General Cleaning WARNING! To avoid the possibility of burns when performing cleaning procedures, ensure the warmer is disconnected from the power supply and the heater element is allowed to cool for one hour.
9.1.1.Cleaning of Skin Temperature Sensor Clean the NOVOS skin sensor with alcohol, or detergent or soap solution (maximum 2% in water), ensuring the manufacturer’s directions for use of the cleaning agent are followed. Apply the cleaning solution with a clean cloth or sponge, and dry all surfaces after cleaning with a clean soft cloth or paper towel.
The main body should be checked at least annually to ensure reliable operation. The following procedure should be used by your technician: Check all main body fittings are secure. Please refer to KR-1000 Infant Warmer Service Manual for adjustment information. ...
Novos KR-1000 Infant Warmer User Manual V1.0 9.2.4.Warmer Head Maintenance At least annually check the warmer head swivel is secure. Ensure the warmer head pivot nut is locked/glued in place. Check the swivel movement of warmer head is free and that...
Novos KR-1000 Infant Warmer User Manual V1.0 10. Troubleshooting...
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Novos KR-1000 Infant Warmer User Manual V1.0 The troubleshooting charts provide the user with general situations, possible causes and suggested actions. If these charts cannot assist in solving the particular situation, the warmer should be sent for servicing. Situation Possible Cause...
Novos KR-1000 Infant Warmer User Manual V1.0 11.1. Technical Specifications 11.1.1.Mechanical Specifications Height 177 cm up to 197 cm max. (with adjustable height feature) Width 68 cm (standard device), 92 (with accessories) Depth 110 cm Distance Between The Heater And Mattress...
Not classified against ingress of liquids Not suitable for use in presence of flammable anesthetics 11.4. Trademarks KR-1000™, Easypuff™ Bililed Mini™ are trademarks of Novos Tıbbi Cihazlar Sanayi ve Ticaret İthalat ve İhracat Limited Şirketi. VENTURI TM2™ is a trademark of Technologie Medicale SAS.
Novos KR-1000 Infant Warmer User Manual V1.0 11.5. Manufacturer Novos Tıbbi Cihazlar Sanayi ve Ticaret İthalat ve İhracat Limited Şirketi Address: Uzay Cagi Cad. Ayik Is Merkezi No: 82-B5 Ostim- ANKARA TÜRKİYE Tel: +90.312.384 15 88 Fax: +90.312.384 15 98 E-mail: info@novos.com.tr...
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