CSZ MICRO-TEMP LT 749 - System Operation; Operating the System

OPERATION MICRO-TEMP
®
LT, Model 749
OPERATION AND TECHNICAL MANUAL
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3-3. OPERATING THE MICRO-TEMP
®
LT SYSTEM
The MICRO-TEMP
®
LT unit can be set so that it delivers the maximum heating therapy in order to
bring the patient’s body part temperature to a set point determined by the operator. To do so, set
the desired water temperature (in Celsius or Fahrenheit for 100V and 115V only). The MICRO-
TEMP
®
LT unit activates to heat and circulate the water. The operator must then regularly monitor
the patient wherever localized heat therapy is used.
After arranging the equipment as described in Section 3-2, proceed as follows:
A. Press the power switch to the “I” (ON) position.
1. The digital temperature display indicates that the unit is turned on.
a. Upon initial power-up, unit flashes the 42°C default set point four
times, and then flashes the actual water temperature two times
before constantly displaying the water temperature.
2. The pump activates and begins circulating water.
3. The water moves from the unit to the pad and returns to the unit.
B. Consult the physician's orders to determine the desired patient temperature. The “SET”
temperature can only be set between 20°C to 42°C (68°F to 107°F).
C. Use the “°C” or “°F” button (100V and 115V only) to choose the desired temperature
scale.
D. Press and hold the “SET” button.
1. The display shows 42°C
E. Release “SET” button.
1. The display reverts back to displaying the actual water temperature.
F. While still depressing the “SET” button, press either the Up arrow or Down arrow to
change the SET temperature display to the desired patient temperature. The display
can only be set between 20°C - 42°C (68°F – 107°F).
WARNING
 A physician's order is required for setting blanket temperature and use of equipment. At least
every 20 minutes, or as directed by physician, check patient's temperature and skin integrity of
areas in contact with blanket; also, check the Micro-Temp
®
LT’s water temperature. Pediatric
patients, temperature-sensitive patients with vascular disease, surgical patients, diabetics and
patients with Raynaud’s Disease are at greater risk for developing tissue injuries, and this
should be considered when selecting the temperature, duration of therapy and frequency of
skin checks. Notify the physician promptly of any change in patient status in order to
avoid serious injury or death.