Natus NeoBlue Mini User manual

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User Manual

Caution: Federal Law (U.S.) restricts this device to sale or use by or

on the order of a physician (or properly licensed practitioner).
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neoBLUE mini is a trademark of Natus Medical Inc.
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Contents

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Product Description

1.1 Intended Use

1.2 Physical Characteristics

1.3 Light Source

1.4 Adjustable Arm

1.5 Power Requirements and Accessories

1.6 Accessory Pack

2 Safety Information

2.1 Explanation of Terminology

2.2 General Safety Information

2.3 Safety Symbols

3 Components and User Controls

3.1 Components

3.2 User Controls

4 Assembly and Operating Instructions

4.1 Setting Up the Device

4.2 Preparing Infant for Phototherapy

4.3 Administering Phototherapy

5 Troubleshooting Guide

6 Routine Cleaning & Maintenance

6.1 Checking the Light Intensity

6.2 Adjusting the Light Intensity

6.3 Cleaning

7 Technical Reference

8 Specifications

9 Measuring the neoBLUE mini Light with a Photometer

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1 Product Description

The neoBLUEmini LED Phototherapy System consists of two components – the neoBLUE
mini phototherapy light source and the adjustable arm with pole mount.

1.1 Intended Use

The neoBLUE mini LED Phototherapy System is intended for the treatment of neonatal
hyperbilirubinemia. The light can be used for infants in an open bed, incubator, bassinet, or
radiant warmer.

1.2 Physical Characteristics

1.3 Light Source

Important! Before administering phototherapy with the neoBLUE mini light, read
all sections of this manual carefully. There are safety considerations that should be
read and understood before use.

The neoBLUE mini device is a mobile phototherapy light that delivers a narrow band of
high-intensity blue light via light emitting diodes (LEDs) to provide treatment for neonatal
hyperbilirubinemia.

The light is housed in a lightweight plastic enclosure. When used with the arm, the light
can be positioned in multiple positions and used with a variety of patient enclosures such as
open beds, incubators, bassinets, or radiant warmers.

The light output is optimized to provide a peak intensity of 30-35 µW/cm2/nm. Blue LEDs
emit light in the range of 400 – 550 nm (peak wavelength 450-470 nm). This range
corresponds to the spectral absorption of light by bilirubin, and is thus considered to be the
most effective for the degradation of bilirubin. Blue LEDs do not emit significant energy
in the ultraviolet (UV) or the infrared (IR) region of the spectrum, so there is no concern
about UV or IR exposure to or excessive warming of the infant. As with all phototherapy
lights, protective eyeshades must be used to protect the infant’s eyes from excessive light
exposure.

Warning! Eye Protection: Do not look directly into the LEDs. During
treatment, always protect the baby’s eyes with eye patches or equivalent.
Periodically and/or per your hospital protocol, verify that the baby’s eyes are
protected and free of infection. Patients adjacent to the light may also need to be
protected with eye patches or equivalent.

LEDs have minimal light output degradation over their lifetime with proper use.
Nevertheless, the user can adjust the output of the LEDs using the potentiometer located on
the side of the light enclosure. The light is expected to operate as specified for at least
3,000 hours.

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1.4 Adjustable Arm

The arm is designed to attach to poles with 0.75 to 1.5 inch (1.91 to 3.81 cm) diameters.

1.5 Power Requirements and Accessories

The light runs off a 12V DC power supply. The power supply is mains-power operated.
The power unit is supplied pre-attached to the pole mount portion of the arm. Grooves in
the bottom of the arm hold the power cord for safe cable management.

1.6 Accessory Pack

An accessory pack is included with each light. The accessory pack contains the following
items: a CD containing the user manual and service manual and a power cord.

2. Safety Information

2.1

Explanation of Terminology

This manual presents three types of precautionary information. The three types of
statements carry equal weight; that is, they are of equal importance to the safe and effective
use of the light. Each statement is categorized by using an introductory word in boldface as
follows:

Important! An instruction provided to help ensure correct clinical results and

Caution: An instruction that, if not followed, can result in a condition that could

Warning! Identifies conditions or practices that might present danger or
possible injury to the patient and/or user.

provide quality assurance to the phototherapy procedures.

damage the light.

Other explanatory information is highlighted with the word Note. Information in this
category is not considered precautionary.

Note: Background information provided to clarify a particular step or procedure.

2.2 General Safety Information

Before administering phototherapy, read all sections of this manual carefully. Observe all
precautions to ensure the safety of the patient and those near the instrument. In addition,
please refer to your hospital policy and procedure for phototherapy administration.

Warning! Incorrect use of the light, or the use of parts and accessories that are not
manufactured or supplied by Natus Medical Inc., can damage the light, and may cause
injury to the patient and/or user.

Do not use the light if any parts appear damaged or if there is any reason to believe that it
is not functioning properly. Contact Natus Medical Technical Service or your authorized
service provider.

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