CSZ MICRO-TEMP LT 749 - System Introduction; General Safety Precautions

INTRODUCTION MICRO-TEMP
®
LT, Model 749
OPERATION AND TECHNICAL MANUAL
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SECTION 1. INTRODUCTION
1-0. GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
To provide the patient maximum safety during the use of the MICRO-TEMP
®
LT localized heat
therapy system, a thorough knowledge and understanding of the system and its correct
application and operating use are required. Each person who is responsible for use or direction
of use of the system, such as physicians, nurses, technicians and operators must read and
understand this operating manual and all precautions and warnings prior to use. It is
recommended this manual be reviewed at least semi-annually as a refresher to ensure safe
operation and application. For proper knowledge and understanding, health care facility in-
service is available upon request.
1-1. GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF THIS MANUAL
This manual describes the operation, maintenance, and service of the MICRO-TEMP
®
LT localized
heat therapy system. Section One describes the physical and functional characteristics of the
MICRO-TEMP
®
LT System. Section Two explains how to prepare the MICRO-TEMP
®
LT unit for
general use. Section Three expresses how to operate the unit. Section Four describes the regular
maintenance of the MICRO-TEMP
®
LT unit. Section Five explains Field Repair and Service of the
MICRO-TEMP
®
LT unit and contains a troubleshooting guide. Section Six outlines parts
information, and Section Seven lists the specifications of the MICRO-TEMP
®
LT unit.
All individuals who use, operate, or service the unit should be familiar with all parts of this manual.
However, Sections One and Two are primarily intended for personnel who unpack and setup the
unit. Section three is primarily intended for personnel who operate the unit, and Sections Four
through Six are primarily intended for personnel who service and repair the unit. Section (1-4)
describes the external features of the MICRO-TEMP
®
LT unit and Section (3-5) describes the
indicator messages.
1-2. GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF THE MICRO-TEMP
®
LT SYSTEM
Intended Use
The CSZ MICRO-TEMP
®
LT Model 749 Localized Heat Therapy System is intended to warm a
patient's body part through conductive heat transfer. The conductive heat therapy is provided by
circulating warm water through localized temperature therapy pads. The CSZ MICRO-TEMP
®
LT
unit is composed of a heater, a circulating pump, and a microprocessor. The MICRO-TEMP
®
LT
is intended for use by appropriately trained healthcare professionals in healthcare facilities and in
home care environments.