Wander
Management
Transmitters
User Guide
Compliance
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules.
© 2018 RF Technologies, Inc. All specifications subject to change without notice.
® and ™ indicate trademarks owned by RF Technologies, Inc.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
• This device may not cause harmful interference.
• This device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by
the party responsible for compliance can void the user’s
authority to operate the equipment.
All Rights Reserved. No Part of this work may be reproduced or copied in any form or by any
means without written permission from RF Technologies, Inc.
Contents
CONTENTS
CONTENTS ................................................................................. 1
WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS .................................................... 3
Warnings ............................................................................... 3
Bio-Incompatibility Notice ...................................................... 5
Cautions ................................................................................ 6
PREFACE .................................................................................... 7
Overview ............................................................................... 7
Intended Audience ................................................................ 8
Contact Information ............................................................... 8
Technical Support ........................................................... 8
Customer Care ............................................................... 8
Sales ............................................................................... 8
Product Warranty .................................................................. 8
GENERAL INFORMATION ......................................................... 9
Introduction............................................................................ 9
Transmitters .......................................................................... 9
Transmitter Types ............................................................... 10
CodeWatch ................................................................... 10
Adult .............................................................................. 10
Warranty Expiration Date .................................................... 11
Banding ............................................................................... 11
Reusable Locking ......................................................... 14
TESTING AND CARE ............................................................... 17
Transmitter Testing ............................................................. 17
Visual Inspection........................................................... 17
Operation ...................................................................... 17
Signal Strength ............................................................. 18
Weekly Testing ............................................................. 18
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Transmitter Cleaning and Care ........................................... 19
Reusable Locking Band Cleaning ................................ 20
SPECIFICATIONS ..................................................................... 21
CodeWatch.......................................................................... 21
Adult Transmitter ................................................................. 23
Banding ............................................................................... 24
Transmitter Tester ............................................................... 25
REVISION HISTORY................................................................. 27
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Warnings and Cautions
Warnings
WARNINGS AND
CAUTIONS
It is important for your facility to implement and enforce the
following WARNINGS and CAUTIONS in order to keep all
equipment functioning properly. Disregarding the information and
instructions in this document is considered abnormal use and may
result in injury or system failure.
ACCESSORIES (SUPPLIES)—To ensure
resident safety and proper operation of equipment,
use only parts and accessories manufactured or
recommended by RF Technologies, Inc. Parts and
accessories not manufactured or recommended
by RF Technologies, Inc. may not meet the
requirements of the applicable safety and
performance standards.
Failure to use the components and supplies
specified by RF Technologies, Inc. may result
in equipment and/or system failure.
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EXPLOSION HAZARD—These devices should
not be used in the presence of flammable gas
mixtures. It should also not be used in oxygen
enriched atmospheres.
STATIC DISCHARGE—Do not touch the
conductor portion of any conductor or port.
Damage to the device may result.
SYSTEM WIRING—All permanent supply
connections must be done in accordance with
National Electric Code, NFPA 70.
Warnings and Cautions
INSTALLATION AND CONFIGURATION—It is
the responsibility of the facility to follow the
installation instructions carefully, as outlined in the
applicable system guides, and to use the
components and supplies specified by RF
Technologies, Inc. for all installations.
Failure to use the components and supplies
specified by RF Technologies, Inc. may result
in equipment and/or system failure.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR SET UP AND USE—It is
the responsibility of the facility to follow the
instructions for set up and use carefully, as
outlined in this manual, and to use the
components and supplies specified by RF
Technologies, Inc. for set up and use. Do not
attempt to use extension cords or other equipment
not supplied by RF Technologies, Inc.
Failure to use the components and supplies
specified by RF Technologies, Inc. may result
in equipment and/or system failure.
SYSTEM INSPECTION—It is the responsibility of
the facility to establish and facilitate a regular
inspection schedule for your system. RF
Technologies, Inc. recommends yearly inspections
of your system for safety and performance by a
qualified RF Technologies, Inc. representative.
To arrange for am inspection by RF Technologies,
Inc., call our Technical Support Department at
(800)-669-9946 or (262) 790-1771.
Failure to provide regular inspection of these
products may result in equipment and/or
system failure.
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Warnings and Cautions
Bio-Incompatibility Notice
SYSTEM MAINTENANCE AND TESTING—It is
the responsibility of the facility to establish and
facilitate a regular maintenance schedule for your
system, as outlined in the applicable system
guides. This includes regular inspection, testing,
and cleaning. RF Technologies, Inc. recommends
monthly maintenance and testing of your system.
It is also recommended that your facility keep
records of maintenance and test completions.
Failure to provide regular maintenance and
testing of these products may result in
equipment and/or system failure.
USER TRAINING—Only users who have received
adequate training on the use of the system, as
outlined in this manual, should use the system. It
is the responsibility of the facility to ensure all
users have been trained.
Failure to adequately train employees may
cause system failure due to user error. In
addition, incorrect use of the equipment may
also result in system failure.
All RF Technologies transmitters, pendants and
banding material “PRODUCT” have been
determined to be MR Unsafe as defined by ASTM
F 2503-05. Use of “PRODUCT” in a Magnetic
Resonance Imaging system will cause injury to
MR UNSAFE
residents and staff, MR system malfunction or
“PRODUCT” malfunction. Do not bring
“PRODUCT” into the MR system area and follow
your facilities policies to classify and label
“PRODUCT” as MR Unsafe.
Do not use Pendants with people that have sensitivities or allergies
to device materials. The device materials include Acrylonitrile
butadiene styrene (ABS), Silicon, Rubber, and Neoprene.
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Warnings and Cautions
Cautions
DISPOSAL—At the end of their service life the
products described in this manual, as well as
accessories (i.e. lithium batteries, banding
material, disposable pads, etc.), must be disposed
of in compliance with all applicable federal, state
and local guidelines regulating the disposal of
products containing potential environmental
contaminants. Dispose of the packaging material
by observing the applicable waste control
regulations
RESIDENT GENERATED ALARMS—Do not rely
exclusively on resident generated alarms for
resident care and safety. The alarm function of
equipment in the possession of residents must be
verified periodically and regular resident
surveillance is recommended.
RESIDENT MONITORING—The most reliable
method of resident monitoring combines close
personal surveillance with correct operation of
monitoring equipment. It is the responsibility of the
facility to periodically check on residents in
possession of RF Technologies, Inc.'s equipment
(i.e. Pendants, Pull Cords, Control Units) to
mitigate risk of inappropriate use of equipment or
strangulation and stumbling hazards from cables
and cords.
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PRODUCT WARRANTIES—Failure to follow the
Warnings and Cautions in this guide voids any
and all Product Warranties.
WORN OR DAMAGED PARTS—If the devices or
cables are worn or damaged, you must have the
product serviced. For more information, see the
section entitled “Service and Return.”
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Preface
Overview
PREFACE
The Wander Management Solution monitors
doors, elevators, hallways, and stairwells to
assist staff in monitoring residents in a
facility. The transmitter is placed on the wrist
or ankle of the resident. If a transmitter is
detected in an Exit Alarm Zone and the door
is open, an alarm sounds at the exit.
Depending upon which equipment you have
installed, the Wander Management Solution
can automatically lock doors and deactivate
elevators.
In addition, if the system in your facility
includes computers, an alarm also sounds at
a Central Server and its network of Client
computers. The Central Server and Client
computers are also capable of identify which
resident sounded the alarm and the exit
where the alarm occurred.
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WARNING: The Wander Management
Solution is designed and intended to work in
conjunction with a facility’s overall resident
security program, including reasonable
operating policies and procedures. The
Wander Management Solution, by itself,
cannot prevent the elopement of residents.
Preface
Intended
Contact
Technical
Customer
Sales
Product
Audience
Information
Support
The Wander Management Transmitters User
Guide is intended for caregivers who use the
Wander Management transmitters. It includes
detailed information about banding, care and
cleaning, testing the transmitters, alarms and
transmitter specifications.
For more information about RF Technologies,
Inc. products, go to www.rft.com
For technical support, contact the Technical
Support Team at:
(800) 669-9946, option 5 or (262) 790-1771
.
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Care
Warranty
tech@rft.com
For questions on part replacement or for
ordering new parts, contact the Customer
Care Team at:
(800) 669-9946, option 2
customercare@rft.com
For questions regarding system add-ons,
contact your Sales Manager.
Product Warranty information can be found
with your original system proposal and
invoice.
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General Information
Introduction
Transmitters
GENERAL INFORMATION
This chapter provides general information
about the transmitters. It includes
information on:
Transmitter types
Warranty dates
Banding the transmitters
Testing and care
The transmitters are lightweight and
compact. They can be worn in the shower
but complete submersion should be
avoided.
SUBMERSION—Prolonged submersion may
result in equipment and/or system failure and
voids any and all Product Warranties.
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How do the transmitters work?
Both the Adult and CodeWatch transmitters
send a signal that is received by the Exit
Alarm Receivers (low frequency (LF)
antennas placed on or near a door frame or
in an Exit Alarm Zone) when the transmitter
is within a monitored zone.
The receiver then sends a signal to the
Touchpad Exit Controller which triggers the
alarm process if the door is opened.
Once the situation is addressed, authorized
staff can reset the system using the
Touchpad Exit Controller keypad.
General Information
Transmitter
CodeWatch
Adult
Touchpad Exit
Controller
Exit Alarm Receivers
Adult Transmitter
Types
There are two types of wander management
transmitters:
CodeWatch
Adult Transmitter
A CodeWatch
is smaller than
a transmitter
and is placed
on the wrist of
a resident.
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The Adult Transmitter is a
small device placed on the
ankle or wrist of a resident.
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Warranty
Expiration
Banding
Date
Each transmitter is stamped with a warranty
expiration date. This date indicates the date
that RF Technologies’ warranty on that
transmitter expires. If the warranty period
has expired, discard the transmitter
immediately.
WARNING: Using a transmitter beyond the
printed expiration date can result in system
failure and/or elopement.
General Information
The CodeWatch has a 1 year
life expectancy.
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CodeWatch Example
Use the following steps to band an Adult or
CodeWatch transmitter.
CAUTION: You must test all transmitters
prior to use to verify proper operation. This
includes every time that the band is
replaced. Failure to test the transmitters
before use can result in system failure
and/or an elopement. In addition, failure to
test transmitters voids the RF Technologies
Product Warranty.
Adult Transmitter Example
The Adult transmitters have a
life expectancy of:
1.5 or 2 year (non-ID)
1 or 3 year (ID)
General Information
3. Holding the transmitter in place, wrap
double up on the banding to
should be placed on the wrist
If a resident is prone to
cutting off the transmitter,
make cutting more difficult.
To band a transmitter:
1. Insert the band through the slot on one
side of the transmitter, from top to
bottom.
2. Pull the band along the bottom of the
transmitter and insert it through the slot
on the other side of the transmitter, from
bottom to top.
CodeWatch transmitters
of the resident’s dominant
hand (if right-handed, place
on the right wrist).
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the band around the wrist or ankle of the
resident.
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General Information
NOTE: To monitor a resident in a wheelchair,
4. Adjust the band so that the transmitter is
5. Align the holes in the band with the
attach the transmitter to the seat or back of
the chair as the metal on the chair can
interfere with the transmitter’s signal.
in a comfortable position on the
resident’s wrist or ankle; the band must
be tight enough to help prevent the
transmitter from slipping off, and loose
enough to avoid discomfort or possible
edema.
WARNING: When the CodeWatch is placed
on a resident’s ankle, be sure to adjust the
antennas at each door to a 4 to 5 ft. range
to the ankle. Failure to do so may allow a
resident to elope because they will be closer
to the door when the door detects their
transmitter.
snaps on the wide collar of the band.
6. Fold the flap of the wide collar of the
band over and squeeze the snaps
together.
7. Use safety scissors to cut off the excess
band material.
WARNING: Scissors are sharp and can
cause injury or death. Use care when
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cutting off the excess band material.
General Information
Reusable
Locking
The Adult transmitter can be used with a
reusable locking band. The material used to
make these bands is thicker; therefore
making it stronger and more difficult to cut
through or stretch. The band comes with a
small key that is used to remove the band.
This band is intended for Adult Day Care
use only where residents are supervised
and checked on regular basis throughout
the day.
WARNING: Due to the locking buckle
design which presses a cam against the
band material, if you pull hard on the band
material, it may slip. Therefore, it is
important to check the resident bands on a
regular basis throughout the day.
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To band an Adult transmitter with a
reusable locking band:
1. Insert the reusable band through the slot
on one side of the
Transmitter, from
bottom to top.
2. Verify that the lock
is facing outward.
3. Pull the band over
the top of the transmitter and insert it
through the slot on the other side of the
transmitter, from
top to bottom.
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General Information
4. Holding the transmitter in place, secure
7. Secure the band, by inserting the key
9. Place key in safe place away from
the band around the wrist or the ankle of
the resident.
5. Insert the end of the band through the
slot on the lock buckle.
6. Adjust the band so that the transmitter is
in a comfortable position on the
resident’s wrist or ankle; the band
should be tight enough to prevent the
transmitter from slipping off, and loose
enough to prevent discomfort or
possible edema.
into the lock and turning 1/4 turn to the
left until the small, black dots on the
cam are lined up with the black dots on
the outside of the lock.
8. Verify that the band is secure and that
the lock was latched correctly
residents in order to avoid a resident
using it to remove the transmitter or
accidentally swallowing the key.
WARNING: The Reusable Locking Bands
are intended for use by a single resident
and should not be shared. You should
follow your facility’s infection control
procedures, as applicable.
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General Information
To remove an Adult transmitter with a
locking band:
1. Insert the key into the lock and turn 1/4
turn to the right until the lock loosens.
2. Remove the Adult transmitter and
reusable locking band.
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Transmitter
Visual
1. Verify that the warranty expiration date
Operation
Testing
Testing and Care
TESTING AND CARE
Do not use the transmitter tester on a
transmitter with an expiration date that has
expired. Results may not be accurate.
All steps are mandatory.
CAUTION: You must test all transmitters
prior to use to verify proper operation. This
includes every time that the band is
replaced. Failure to test the transmitters
before use can result in system failure
and/or an elopement. In addition, failure to
test transmitters voids the RF Technologies
Product Warranty.
Inspection
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that is stamped on the transmitter is not
expired.
2. Visually inspect the transmitter for
damage or loose parts.
Test the operation of the transmitter using
the Transmitter Tester. The transmitter
tester will detect whether or not a transmitter
is emitting a signal, but cannot indicate the
strength of the signal.
1. Place the transmitter tester directly on
the transmitter.
2. Press and hold the button on the left
side of the transmitter tester.
3. The device beeps once when you
initially press the button.
Testing and Care
4. While holding the button in, the indicator
Signal
1. Physically enter an Exit Zone with the
Weekly
3. Verify that the warranty expiration date
stamped on the transmitter has not
Strength
light flashes and a tone sounds once
per second.
5. Wait for at least 3 flashes of the
indicator light and 3 tones from the
transmitter tester to verify that the
transmitter is functioning correctly.
6. If the transmitter fails this test, check the
battery in the tester (the transmitter
tester requires a 9V battery).
7. Retest the transmitter. If it fails a second
time, DO NOT USE THE
TRANSMITTER and contact RF
Technologies Technical Support .
transmitter and walk through the door.
2. An alarm must occur when the
transmitter is within 4-feet of the
monitored door. If applicable, the door
should also lock.
3. If an alarm does not occur, DO NOT
USE THE TRANSMITTER and contact
RF Technologies Technical Support.
The following testing is required for all
Testing
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transmitters in use on residents.
1. Test the operation of transmitters using
the transmitter tester.
NOTE: Never take a resident to a door
to test their transmitter.
2. Visually inspect transmitters for damage
or loose parts.
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Testing and Care
expired. If the warranty period has
Transmitter
expired, discard and replace the
transmitter immediately.
4. Your facility must keep records of test
and transmitter inspection.
This section provides detailed information
Cleaning
and Care
To clean a transmitter after use:
about cleaning and caring for a transmitter.
For an up-to-date list of approved cleaning
solutions, visit:
www.rft.com/Resources/Manuals & Specs/
Transmitters/Transmitter Approved Cleaning
Solutions
CAUTION: Use of non-approved cleaners
on transmitters can cause permanent
damage to the transmitter and will void any
and all warranties.
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1. Remove the banding material from the
transmitter and dispose of it.
2. Disinfect the transmitter by wiping it with
an approved cleaner.
CAUTION: Using an approved cleaner does
not confirm the suitability of the cleaner to
meet your infection control standard; it only
indicates that the transmitter will not be
harmed by the cleaner.
The transmitters may be sprayed or rinsed
with water or the approved cleaners during
cleaning, but must not be soaked. Soaking
transmitters may result in equipment and/or
system failure.
Testing and Care
3. Allow the cleaner to remain on the
Reusable
Locking
Band
Cleaning
transmitter for the amount of time
specified by the manufacturer. When
using surface disinfectants and
decontaminant cleaners, always follow
the manufacturer’s instructions.
4. Wipe the transmitter with a clean cloth
or towel, and then allow the transmitter
to air-dry. The transmitter can also be
rinsed with water, if required to in the
manufacturer’s instructions.
5. Place the clean transmitter in a storage
container for future use.
If necessary, you can machine wash the
band in cold water using a small washing
bag and lay flat to air dry.
If the band is severely soiled, it must be
discarded and replaced. In addition, if the
material of the band is frayed, it must be
replaced.
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Specifications
CodeWatch
Operating Temperature
Composition
Battery Life
Water Resistance
SPECIFICATIONS
Size
Weight
Color
Frequency
Regulations
2.0 x 1.5 x 0.5 inches
1.0 ounces
Off-white with printed, color centers:
flag design, flower design or classic gray
32–104° Fahrenheit (0–40° Celsius)
Thermoplastic Co-polyester
1 year, Lithium Ion
Rated to IP-67
Depending on model:
66 KHz or 262 KHz
FCC, Part 15b
Conforms to UL Standard 294
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Specifications
Part Number Description
9000-0144
9000-0145
9000-0146
9000-0147
9000-0148
9000-0149
9000-0150
9000-0151
9000-0138
9000-0139
9000-0140
9000-0141
CodeWatch Transmitter (CWTX), Flag Design,
70/100 1-year, 66 kHz
CodeWatch Transmitter (CWTX), Flag Design,
70/100 1- year, 262 kHz
CodeWatch Transmitter (CWTX), Flag Design,
80/100 1- year, 66 kHz, ID
CodeWatch Transmitter (CWTX), Flag Design,
80/100 1- year, 262 kHz, ID
CodeWatch Transmitter (CWTX), Flower Design,
70/100 1- year, 66 kHz
CodeWatch Transmitter (CWTX), Flower Design,
70/100 1- year, 262 kHz
CodeWatch Transmitter (CWTX), Flower Design,
80/100 1- year, 66 kHz, ID
CodeWatch Transmitter (CWTX), Flower Design,
80/100 1- year, 262 kHz, ID
CodeWatch Transmitter (CWTX) 70/100 1- year,
66 kHz
CodeWatch Transmitter (CWTX) 70/100 1- year,
262 kHz
CodeWatch Transmitter (CWTX) 80/100 1- year,
66 kHz, ID
CodeWatch Transmitter (CWTX) 80/100 1- year,
262 kHz, ID
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Adult
Transmitter
Size
Weight
Color
Part Number
Description
Specifications
1.6 x 2.0 x 0.70 inches
1.28 ounces
Off-white
Operating Temperature
Composition
Battery Life
Water Resistance
Frequency
Regulations
9000-0436
9000-0437
9000-0432
9000-0434
9000-0414
9000-0424
TX 9120/80 - 1 year 66 KHz ID
TX 9120/80 - 1 year 262 KHzID
TX 9120/70 - 1.5 year 66 KHz Non ID
TX 9120/70 - 1.5 year 262 KHz Non ID
TX 9120/80 - 2 year 66 KHz ID
TX 9120/80 - 2 year 262 KHz ID
32–104° Fahrenheit (0–40° Celsius)
Polycarbonate
Depending upon model:
1 year, 1.5 years, 2 years, or 3 years
Rated to IP-67
Depending on model:
66 KHz or 262 KHz
FCC, Part 15b
Conforms to UL Standard 294
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9000-0413
9000-0423
TX 9120/70 - 3 year 66 KHz Non ID
TX 9120/70 - 3 year 262 KHz Non ID
Specifications
Banding
Nylon PVC
Dimensions
Features
Material
Color
Fitting
16” x 0.8” (l x w) 12” ankle length
One-time use, tamper-resistant,
latex-free
Nylon webbing Flexible PVC
plastic
Blue Gray, Blue,
Green
0.75-inch adjust setting holes; 2 sets
of nickel-coated brass snaps
Locking Band
9.5” wrist length
With Locking
key, latex free
Nylon webbing
Black
ABS plastic
latch
Part Number Description
3000-0213K
3000-0217K
3000-0241K
3000-0238K
3000-0252K
3000-0251K
3000-0250
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Blue Bands, Nylon (10 Pack)
Gray Bands, PVC (10 Pack)
Blue Bands, PVC (10 Pack)
Green Bands, PVC (10 Pack)
Kit, 10 reusable Ankle Locking Bands, 2 Keys, 1
User Guide
Kit, Reusable Locking Band 12” Ankle Length with
Key
Reusable Locking Band 12” Ankle Length
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Transmitter
Tester
Size
Weight
Battery
Part Number
Description
Specifications
3.8 x 2.4 x 1.5 inches
3 ounces
9V battery
9000-1000
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Specifications
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Revision History
REVISION HISTORY
Revision Change
A Release
B Changed “Wandering Management” to “Wander
Management”
C Added list of approved cleaning products
D Combined 0510-1033 into this document
Updated format, updated warranty expiration date
section, and updated specifications section
Fixed minor document bugs
E Updated approved cleaners section
F Updated format and logos
Removed Alerts section (information contained in the
software reference guides)
G Added Oxivir TB to Approved Cleaner List
H Updated copyright dates, contact information, and
graphics
Added note about banding the CodeWatch on the
dominant wrist
Removed obsolete part numbers (9000-0433, 9000-
0435, 3000-0257K, 3000-0256K, 3000-0255) from the
specifications section
I Updated graphics to print in color
Updated specification section to include the
transmitter tester
J Removed Approved Cleaners section and added
reference to website link for most up-to-date list
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www.rft.com
3125 North 126th Street, Brookfield, WI 53005
Phone 800.669.9946 fax 262.790.1784
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Release Date: 11/2018
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