Chapter 5
Operating Instructions
To ensure that the BiliSoft LED Phototherapy System provides effective phototherapy
treatment:
• Read this manual.
• Pay special attention to the
WARNINGs and CAUTIONs that appear in this manual.
• Read the User Responsibility statement located on the inside front cover of this
manual; it describes what is expected of the user to maintain a safe and accurate
product.
• Use according to your healthcare provider’s instructions.
Checking the Unit
1. Examine the power cord, fiberoptic light pad and cable, and light box for obvious
signs of damage. Replace them if they are damaged.
2. Verify that the air circulation vents on the sides and back of the light box are
unobstructed. The air filter should be free of lint.
CAUTION:
Do not block the air filter or side vents.
3. Fully insert the fiberoptic light pad connector into the light box.
WARNING:
When handling the fiberoptic cable connector (during insertion, removal or
positioning of the fiberoptic light pad) use caution to prevent the fiberoptic cable
connector from dropping, which can damage the fiberoptic cable connector
and/or injure the patient or caregiver.
4. Connect the power cord to the back of the unit, then to an appropriately grounded
power source.
5. Turn the BiliSoft LED Phototherapy System on using the standby switch on the front of
the unit and allow it to run for five (5) minutes.
6. Place the fiberoptic light pad on a flat surface. Do not place the fiberoptic light pad
inside of the BiliSoft Pad Cover or BiliSoft Nest at this time.
7. Use a properly-calibrated Ohmeda Medical BiliBlanket Meter II to check the irradiance
level of the unit using the template printed on the fiberoptic light pad. There are two
ways to check the irradiance level - a center-row quick check, which provides
approximate irradiance values, and the more comprehensive 6-point (for small
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