HOTLINE® Blood and Fluid Warmer
Part Number: 4534012EN Rev. 004 (2013-04)
This revision supersedes all previous revisions.
Every effort has been made to ensure that the information in this manual is accurate and details provided
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Indications for Use 1
Conventions Used in this Manual 1
2Description 2
Components 2
HOTLINE® Fluid Warming Set 4
3Important Safety Information 5
Additional WARNINGS and CAUTIONS for Accessories 8
4Assembly Instructions 9
Step 1 - Unpack the HOTLINE Warmer 9
Step 2 - Clamp the HOTLINEWarmer to the I.V. Pole 9
Step 3 - Disinfect the Reservoir 10
Step 4 - Fill the Reservoir With Recirculating Solution 11
Step 5 - Perform the Electrical Safety Tests 11
5Principle of Operation 12
Infusate Delivery Temperatures 12
6Operation 13
Controls and Displays 13
Display Panel 13
Power and Alarm Test Panel 14
Reservoir Level Display 14
Modes of Operation 15
OFF Mode 15
ON/Operating Mode 15
Check Disposables Mode 15
Add Recirculating Solution Mode 16
Over Temperature Alarm Mode 16
7Operating Instructions 17
Step 1 - Set Up the HOTLINE
Step 2 - Set Up the HOTLINE
Step 3 - Connect the Intravenous Administration Set 19
Step 4 - Using the HOTLINE
Step 5 - After Use 20
Storage 20
8Troubleshooting 21
Warmer 17
Fluid Warming Set 17
Warmer 19
Contents
9Testing 23
Alarm Signal Test 23
Over Temperature Alarm Test 24
Add Recirculating Solution Test 24
Check Disposables Test 25
Temperature Verification of the Recirculating Solution 25
Periodic Electrical Testing 27
Leakage Current 27
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Ground Bond Test 27
10 Maintenance 28
Maintenance Performed with Every Use 28
Clean the Exterior 28
General Inspection 30
Disinfect the Reservoir and Change the Recirculating Solution 30
Disinfect the Reservoir 30
Add Recirculating Solution 31
Maintenance Performed Every 30 Days 31
Disinfect the Reservoir and Change Recirculating Solution for
Distilled Water and 35% Isopropyl Alcohol Solution 31
Lubricate O-Ring Seals 32
Maintenance Performed Every 12 Months 32
Disinfect the Reservoir and Change Recirculating Solution for
This operator’s manual describes the assembly, use, and maintenance of
the HOTLINE
Blood and Fluid Warmer. This manual is intended for use
by individuals trained in the healthcare and biomedical professions.
WARNING: These instructions contain important information for
safe use of the product. Read the entire contents of this
operator’s manual, including Warnings and Cautions, before
using this product. Failure to properly follow warnings,
cautions, and instructions could result in death or serious injury
to the patient.
Indications for Use
The HOTLINE Blood and Fluid Warmer is designed for use with the
HOTLINE
fluids and deliver them to the patient's intravenous access site at
normothermic temperatures under gravity flow conditions. The
HOTLINE
provide routine flow of warmed I.V. fluid.
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Fluid Warming Set to warm blood and intravenous (I.V.)
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Warmer is intended for use by trained medical personnel to
Conventions Used in this Manual
• The HOTLINE Blood and Fluid Warmer will be referred to as the
HOTLINE
Warmer.
• The L Series Fluid Warming Sets (L-70, L-70NI, L-80) will be
referred to as the HOTLINE
ConventionDescription
CONTRAINDICATIONA Contraindication statement alerts the user to
CAUTIONA Caution statement alerts the user to conditions
WARNINGA Warning statement alerts the user to conditions
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Fluid Warming Set or Disposable Set.
conditions when the device should not be used.
that may cause malfunction, failure, or damage
to the device.
that may cause death or serious injury to the
patient or user.
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SECTION2
Description
The HOTLINE Warmer delivers blood and intravenous fluid at
normothermic temperatures by surrounding the sterile intravenous line
with a layer of warmed recirculating solution. An onboard recirculating
solution supply is heated to 37.5°C ± 0.5 and circulated through the outer
lumen of the HOTLINE
intravenous line.
Fluid Warming Set, which surrounds the
The HOTLINE
Warmer employs a safe, recirculating solution heating
system, inherently free of “hot spots,” to actively warm the patient line.
Electronic circuitry continuously monitors the recirculating solution
temperature. The primary temperature control circuit limits the
recirculating solution to 38°C maximum. In the unlikely event of a
malfunction of this circuit, a second “watchdog” circuit will visually and
audibly alarm and stop the recirculating solution pump if the temperature
reaches 39.2°C. Fluid in the HOTLINE
Fluid Warming Set is never
exposed to any damaging or dangerous temperatures while the
HOTLINE
Warmer is operating.
The recirculating solution temperature and visual alarms are indicated on
the Display Panel on the front of the HOTLINE
Operating light illuminates on this panel when the HOTLINE
Warmer. A green
Warmer is
set up and operating correctly.
Components
The HOTLINE components are called-out in the following series of
figures.
Front View
1Socket for HOTLINE
place
Fluid Warming Set with the reflux plug in
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HOTLINE
Fluid Warmer
2Display Panel
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Fluid Warmer
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4
Right Side View
1Socket with the reflux plug removed
2Clamp for I.V. pole
3Drain tube in tube holder
4Reflux plug
5Power cord
Rear View
1Fill-port plug
2Drain tube in tube holder
3Clamp for I.V. pole
4Protective earth terminal
5Auxiliary electrical outlet (uncovered)
Left Side View
1Power and Alarm Test Panel
2Fill-port plug
3Reservoir, contains recirculating solution
4Float switch (inside reservoir)
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SECTION 2 • Description
HOTLINE® Fluid Warming Set
HOTLINE Fluid Warming Sets (L-70, L-70NI, L-80) are individually
packed, single-use disposables with a Sterile Fluid Path. The priming
volume is 20 ml for the L-70 and L-70NI, and 21 ml for the L-80. The
HOTLINE
into the socket on the right side of the HOTLINE
only connection necessary to provide the warming function. The
HOTLINE
Warmer and discarded.
Fluid Warming Set has a Twin-Tube Connector that plugs
Fluid Warming Set is easily unplugged from the HOTLINE
Warmer. This is the
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SECTION 3 • Important Safety Information
CONTRAINDICATIONS
WARNINGS
WARNINGS
SECTION3
Important Safety Information
This section covers information for prescribers and guidelines for safe use
of the HOTLINE
Warmer.
• Not for use in warming platelets, cryo-precipitates, or
granulocyte suspensions.
Death or serious injury may occur to the patient or user if these
warnings are not followed.
• These instructions contain important information for safe use of
the product. Read the entire contents of this operator’s manual,
including Warnings and Cautions, before using this product.
Failure to properly follow warnings, cautions, and instructions
could result in death or serious injury to the patient.
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•The HOTLINE
Fluid Warming Set, L-10, PC-8, and YC-8 are
single-use devices and are not intended for re-sterilization.
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• Do not use HOTLINE
Fluid Warming Set, L-10, PC-8, and YC-8
if the caps are not securely in place, else the I.V. flow path may
not be sterile.
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•The HOTLINE
Warmer is for use only with Smiths Medical
supplied or approved parts, accessories, and Disposable Sets.
The device may not function as intended with the use of
unapproved parts, accessories, or Disposable Sets.
• Blood and blood products could contain pathogenic organisms.
Failure to follow institutional policy and procedures for
biomedical-hazardous materials could lead to exposure to
harmful pathogens.
• Set-up, priming, and use require aseptic technique as per
applicable institutional policies and procedures.
Continued
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SECTION 3 • Important Safety Information
WARNINGS
WARNINGS
Continued from previous page
• Prime the recirculating solution path before connecting to the
intravenous extension set. This is to confirm that there is not a
breach between the recirculating solution path and intravenous
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path. If fluid exits the patient end of the HOTLINE
Fluid
Warming Set before connecting to the intravenous
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administration set, remove and replace HOTLINE
Fluid
Warming Set.
• Remove all air from the HOTLINE
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Fluid Warming Set, L-10,
PC-8, and YC-8 before connecting to the patient. Failure to do
so may result in introduction of air to the patient.
• To reduce the risk of outgassed microbubbles entering patient
vasculature, an L-10 Gas Vent may be used with the HOTLINE
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Fluid Warming Set.
• Not for use with pressure devices generating over 300 mmHg.
Pressure greater than 300 mmHg may compromise the integrity
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of the HOTLINE
Fluid Warming Set.
• To prevent a breach between the recirculating solution path and
intravenous path, do not use needles greater than 38 mm (1.5")
in length when accessing the injection port. If there is a breach
between the recirculating solution path and intravenous path,
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patient illness may occur because of the HOTLINE
Warmer's
recirculating solution entering the patient's bloodstream.
• Do not stick the HOTLINE
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Fluid Warming Set with needles, as
this will breach the I.V. path and compromise the integrity of the
patient intravenous line. If a Disposable Set with a breached
recirculating solution path/intravenous path is used, then
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patient illness may occur because of the HOTLINE
Warmer's
recirculating solution entering the patient's bloodstream.
• Activation of the Over Temperature warning signal indicates
that warming has stopped and immediate operator intervention
is required to clear the over temperature condition or to remove
the device from service.
• If any visual indicator does not illuminate or the audible signal
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does not sound, do not use the HOTLINE
Warmer. Remove the
device from service immediately.
• Do not operate the HOTLINE
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Warmer in the presence of a
flammable anesthetic mixture with air, oxygen, or nitrous oxide.
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The risk of explosion exists if the HOTLINE
Warmer is operated
in a potentially explosive environment.
Continued
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SECTION 3 • Important Safety Information
WARNINGS
WARNINGS
CAUTIONS
Continued from previous page
• Do not use the HOTLINE® Warmer in high-energy fields such
as: MRI, X-RAY, portable and mobile RF communications
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equipment, and other such devices. The HOTLINE
Warmer
may act as a projectile in a strong magnetic field, cause image
artifacts, or not function as intended.
• Exposed conductor on MAINS power cord can cause an
electrocution hazard. Remove device from service if the MAINS
power cord has exposed wires.
• Grounding reliability can only be achieved when the MAINS
power cord is connected to a properly grounded receptacle.
Risk of electrical shock exists if the equipment is not connected
to a properly grounded receptacle.
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• Do not mount the HOTLINE
Warmer more than 107cm (42")
above the floor. For convenience, 107cm (42") is indicated on
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the HOTLINE
the HOTLINE
Warmer power cord by a black mark. Mounting
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Warmer above 107cm (42") may result in
instability of the pole and tipping.
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• Ensure that the HOTLINE
onto the I.V. pole. Failure to securely mount the HOTLINE
Warmer onto the I.V. pole may cause the HOTLINE
Warmer clamp is screwed tightly
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Warmer to
slide down the I.V. pole.
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• Do not use the HOTLINE
Warmer if equipment or Disposable
Set malfunction is evident.
• No user-serviceable parts. All service must be performed by
Smiths Medical or competent personnel.
• No modification of this equipment is allowed.
Malfunction, failure, or damage to the device may occur if these
cautions are not followed.
• Federal (U.S.A.) law restricts this device to sale by or on the
order of a physician.
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• Do not autoclave or immerse any part of the HOTLINE
Warmer
in liquids, which may cause damage and improper functioning.
Continued
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CAUTIONS
Continued from previous page
• Never use organic solvents (e.g., acetone), strong acids, or
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bases to clean any portion of the HOTLINE
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• Do not place the HOTLINE
Warmer directly under a faucet or
Warmer.
use a faucet sprayer to rinse. Never spray cleaning or other
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fluids into openings on the HOTLINE
Warmer or into the
external connectors.
• This device is cooled by convection. Be sure the air vents on the
bottom and the back of the device are kept clear.
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• Do not fill the HOTLINE
Fluid Warming Set in place. Failure to remove the HOTLINE
Warmer reservoir with a HOTLINE®
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Fluid Warming Set before the fill procedure may result in an air
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lock in the HOTLINE
Warmer.
• Medical devices require specific material characteristics to
perform as intended. These characteristics have been verified
for single use only. Any attempt to re-process the device for
subsequent re-use may adversely affect the integrity of the
device or lead to deterioration in performance.
Additional WARNINGS and CAUTIONS for Accessories
WARNINGS for the L-10 Gas Vent and L-80 Fluid Warming Set
• Do not tape over vents, else air will not be vented.
• Not for use with volumetric infusion pumps, hand pumps, or
syringes. These may compromise the integrity of the L-10 Gas
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Vent or HOTLINE
Fluid Warming Set.
• When the L-10 Gas Vent is in use, it should be placed at or
below the heart level. Do not raise the gas vent above the
patient’s heart level. If the gas vent is raised above heart level,
air may be entrained into the infusion line, possibly causing air
embolism, resulting in serious injury or death.
CAUTIONS for the L-10 Gas Vent and L-80 Fluid Warming Set
• This product contains natural rubber latex, which may cause
allergic reactions.
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SECTION 4 • Assembly Instructions
WARNINGS
WARNINGS
CAUTIONS
SECTION4
Assembly Instructions
Read through the instructions completely prior to setting up the
HOTLINE
Warmer.
Step 1 - Unpack the HOTLINE Warmer
1 Open the shipping carton and remove the HOTLINE Warmer.
2 Check the contents of the package to verify the following
components are present:
•HOTLINE Warmer
• Operator’s Manual
•HOTLINE
Inspection/Test Form
3 Examine the HOTLINE Warmer for damage. If any components
appear damaged, do not use the HOTLINE
Warmer. Contact
Smiths Medical for a replacement.
Note: After unpacking the HOTLINE Warmer, recycle packaging
material according to hospital policy for recyclable materials.
Step 2 - Clamp the HOTLINEWarmer to the I.V. Pole
• Ensure that the HOTLINE® Warmer pole clamp is screwed
tightly onto the I.V. pole. Failure to securely mount the
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HOTLINE
Warmer onto the I.V. pole may cause the HOTLINE®
Warmer to slide down the pole and may injure the patient or
user.
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• Do not mount the HOTLINE
Warmer more than 107cm (42”)
above the floor. For convenience, 107cm (42") is indicated on
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the HOTLINE
HOTLINE
Warmer line cord by a black mark. Mounting the
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Warmer above 107cm (42”) may result in instability
of the pole and tipping that may injure the patient or user.
• This device is cooled by convection. Be sure the air vents on the
bottom and the back of the device are kept clear.
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HOTLINE
Fluid Warmer
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f
g
1 Slide the clamp (a) on the HOTLINE Warmer over the I.V. pole
(b) and tighten the clamp screw (c) firmly.
2 Check the tightness of the HOTLINE
Warmer to ensure it is
securely clamped to the pole.
Step 3 - Disinfect the Reservoir
1 Prepare a 0.3% hydrogen peroxide solution by mixing 140 ml of 3%
hydrogen peroxide solution and 1,260 ml of distilled water.
2 Remove the reflux plug from the socket if required, and then
remove the fill-port plug (
0.3% hydrogen peroxide solution.
3 Replace the fill-port plug (
4 Insert a HOTLINE
into the socket.
5 Plug the HOTLINE
6 Tu r n t h e H O TL I NE
a 30-minute disinfection period.
d) and fill the reservoir with 1.4 liters of
d).
Fluid Warming Set (e) (L-70, L-70 NI, L-80)
Warmer into properly grounded power outlet.
Warmer ON and let the solution circulate for
7 Tu r n t h e H O TL I N E
8 Invert the drain tube (
tube. Remove the end cap (
into the container.
9 When all the recirculating solution has drained from the reservoir,
replace the end cap and insert the drain tube back in the holder.
10 Remove the HOTLINE
according to established hospital procedures.
10 HOTLINE
Warmer OFF.
f) and place a container under the end of the
g) and drain the recirculating solution
Fluid Warming Set and discard
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SECTION 4 • Assembly Instructions
WARNINGS
WARNINGS
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Step 4 - Fill the Reservoir With Recirculating Solution
• Do not fill the HOTLINE Warmer reservoir with a HOTLINE
Fluid Warming Set in place. Failure to remove the HOTLINE
Fluid Warming Set before the fill procedure may result in an air
lock in the HOTLINE
Recirculating Solution Protocols
Warmer.
Use one of the following solutions for the reservoir.
Recirculating SolutionPreparationMaintenance
0.3% Hydrogen Peroxide
Solution
Distilled WaterUse distilled water.Replace solution and
35% Isopropyl Alcohol
Solution
Note: Use distilled water only, not tap water. Failure to do so may cause build-up of
mineral deposits in the recirculating solution path, which may impair heater
performance.
Mix 140 ml of 3% hydrogen
peroxide with 1,260 ml of
distilled water.
Mix 700 ml of 70% isopropyl
alcohol with 700 ml of distilled
water.
Replace solution and
disinfect reservoir every
12 months.
disinfect reservoir every
30 days.
Replace solution and
disinfect reservoir every
30 days.
1 Prepare the recirculating solution.
1.4 LITERS
2 Remove the fill-port plug (
a).
3 Fill the reservoir with 1.4 liters of recirculating solution.
4 Replace the fill-port plug.
Step 5 - Perform the Electrical Safety Tests
Perform all applicable electrical safety tests as required per institutional
procedure. Refer to Section 9,
Ambient Temperature Range: 20° C ± 2° C
Source data on file
SECTION5
Principle of Operation
HOTLINE Warmer delivers blood and intravenous fluid at
normothermic temperatures under routine, gravity flow rates.
Conventional fluid warming systems suffer from cool-down between the
warmer and the patient connection. HOTLINE
problem by providing active warming of the patient line all the way to the
patient connection.
Active warming is achieved by surrounding the sterile intravenous line
with a layer of precisely controlled warm recirculating solution (
protecting the patient line against exposure to cold and eliminating patient
line cool-down.
Warmer overcomes this
a), thereby
Infusate Delivery Temperatures
The following table shows the typical infusate delivery temperatures
at the patient end of an L-70 HOTLINE
Note: The setpoint temperature of the recirculating solution is
38.0C.
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SECTION6
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Operation
SECTION 6 • Operation
This section describes the controls and displays that monitor and control
the HOTLINE
Warmer, and the modes of operation.
Controls and Displays
•Display Panel
• Power and Alarm Test Buttons
• Reservoir Level Display
Display Panel
The Display Panel is located on the front of the HOTLINE
and provides continuous information about the operation of the
HOTLINE
Warmer. A liquid crystal display (LCD) indicates
recirculating solution temperature. Just below the LCD, four lightemitting diodes (LEDs) indicate operation modes for the HOTLINE
Wa rm e r.
1Recirculating Solution Temperature - The temperature is displayed
in degrees Celsius.
2ON/Operation - The green LED illuminates when the power is
turned on and the HOTLINE
Fluid Warming set is properly
installed.
Warmer
3Check Disposables - The red LED illuminates and an audible
attention signal beeps when the HOTLINE
Fluid Warming Set is
not properly installed.
4Add Recirculating Solution - The red LED illuminates and an
audible attention signal beeps when the level in the reservoir is low
and additional recirculating solution must be added.
5Over Temperature - The red LED illuminates and an audible
warning signal beeps when the recirculating solution is over the
acceptable temperature for safe use.
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Power and Alarm Test Panel
a
b
The Power and Alarm Test Panel is located on the left side of the
HOTLINE
Warmer next to the reservoir. This panel contains two
pressure-sensitive buttons that are activated when pressed, and the
ON/OFF switch.
1Over Temperature Alarm Test Button - The Over Temperature
Alarm Test is used to confirm the proper operation of the Over
Temperature circuitry.
2Alarm Test Button - The Alarm Signal Test is used to confirm
proper operation of the visual and audible alarms.
3Power ON/OFF Switch - The black switch toggles to turn power
ON and OFF.
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Reservoir Level Display
The reservoir for the recirculating solution is located on the left side of
the HOTLINE
Warmer, next to the Power and Alarm Test Panel. The
level of the recirculating solution is visible in the reservoir. Two symbols
indicate the maximum (a) and minimum (b) solution level
requirements.
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a
b
c
d
Modes of Operation
The HOTLINE Warmer operation is defined in the following modes:
• OFF Mode
•ON/Operating Mode
• Check Disposables Mode
• Add Recirculating Solution Mode
• Over Temperature Alarm Mode
The description of each mode includes a definition of the mode, activation
and/or monitoring of the mode, mode characteristics, and method to clear
the mode state.
OFF Mode
The power switch is in the OFF position (
a) and the HOTLINE
Warmer is turned off.
ON/Operating Mode
The power switch is in the ON position (
b) and the HOTLINE
Warming Set has been properly installed.
Mode Characteristics
• The green Operating LED (c) illuminates.
• The reservoir temperature display will begin to increase.
• The recirculating solution path in the HOTLINE
Fluid
Warming Set will automatically prime.
Check Disposables Mode
The Check Disposables mode indicates a missing or improperly
installed HOTLINE
Mode characteristics
Fluid Warming Set.
• The green Operating LED on the Display Panel turns off.
• he red Check Disposables LED (
d) on the Display Panel
illuminates.
Fluid
• The audible alarm sounds and repeats approximately every two
seconds.
• The recirculating solution stops circulating.
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a
b
To clear this mode, check that the Twin-Tube Connector on the
HOTLINE
Fluid Warming Set is firmly inserted in the socket.
Add Recirculating Solution Mode
The Add Recirculating Solution mode indicates that the solution level
in the reservoir is below its minimum level.
Mode characteristics
• The green Operating LED on the Display Panel turns off.
• The red Add Solution LED (
a) on the Display Panel illuminates.
• The audible alarm sounds and repeats approximately every two
seconds.
• The recirculating solution stops circulating.
To clear this mode, add recirculating solution to the reservoir.
Over Temperature Alarm Mode
The Over Temperature Alarm mode indicates that the temperature of
the recirculating solution is at or above 39.2°C.
Mode characteristics
• The green Operating LED on the Display Panel turns off.
• The red Over Temperature LED (
b) on the Display Panel
illuminates.
• The audible alarm sounds and repeats approximately every two
seconds.
• The recirculating solution stops circulating.
For instructions to clear this mode, see Section 8,
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Troubleshooting
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SECTION 7 • Operating Instructions
WARNINGS
WARNINGS
WARNINGS
WARNINGS
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SECTION7
Operating Instructions
The Operating Instructions are grouped into five segments. Read through
each segment BEFORE performing a procedure.
• Set-up, priming, and use require aseptic technique as per
applicable institutional policies and procedures. Death or
serious injury may occur to the patient or user if this warning is
not followed.
• Grounding reliability can only be achieved when MAINS power
cords are connected to a properly grounded receptacle. Risk of
electrical shock exists if the equipment is not connected to a
properly grounded receptacle.
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• Do not fill the HOTLINE
Fluid Warming Set in place. Failure to remove the HOTLINE
Fluid Warming Set before the fill procedure may result in an air
lock in the HOTLINE
Warmer reservoir with a HOTLINE®
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Warmer.
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Step 1 - Set Up the HOTLINE Warmer
1 Check that the level is above the minimum level mark (a) on the
reservoir. Add recirculating solution to the reservoir through the
fill-port if required.
2 Check the condition of the HOTLINE
inspection before using. Remove from service any HOTLINE
Warmer with a visual
Warmer that shows physical damage.
3 Plug the
HOTLINE
Warmer into properly grounded power outlet.
Step 2 - Set Up the HOTLINE Fluid Warming Set
•The HOTLINE Fluid Warming Set is a single-use device and is
not intended for re-sterilization. Death or serious injury may
occur to the patient or user if this warning is not followed.
Continued
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Fluid Warmer
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Continued form previous page
• Do not use HOTLINE Fluid Warming Set, L-10, PC-8, and YC-8
if the caps are not securely in place, else flow path may not be
sterile and may cause death or serious injury.
• Prime the recirculating solution path before connecting to the
intravenous extension set. This is to confirm that there is not a
breach between the recirculating solution path and intravenous
path. If fluid exits the patient end of the HOTLINE
Fluid
Warming Set before connecting to the intravenous extension
set, remove and replace HOTLINE
Fluid Warming Set. Death
or serious injury may occur to the patient or user if this warning
is not followed.
To set up the HOTLINE Fluid Warming Set, you will need the following:
•HOTLINE
Warmer
• Intravenous administration set
• Intravenous fluid or blood
• Extension Set, 20cm (8") or less in length (optional)
1 Remove the reflux plug (if present) from the socket on the right
side of the HOTLINE Warmer.
2 Plug the Twin-Tube Connector on the
HOTLINE
Fluid Warming
Set (a) into the socket.
3 Turn ON the power switch.
• The green Operating LED on the Display Panel illuminates.
• The recirculating solution temperature display will begin to
increase.
• The recirculating solution path in the HOTLINE
Fluid
Warming Set will automatically prime.
4 Remove the end cap and inspect the patient end of the HOTLINE
Fluid Warming Set for leaks to confirm the integrity of the
intravenous pathway.
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WARNINGS
WARNINGS
WARNINGS
WARNINGS
Step 3 - Connect the Intravenous Administration Set
• Remove all air from the HOTLINE® Fluid Warming Set, L-10,
PC-8, and YC-8 before connecting to the patient. Failure to do
so may result in introduction of air to the patient, which may
contribute to serious patient injury or death.
• To prevent a breach between the recirculating solution path and
intravenous path, do not use needles greater than 38 mm (1.5")
in length when accessing the injection port. If there is a breach
between the recirculating solution path and intravenous path,
patient illness may occur because of the HOTLINE
recirculating solution entering the patient's bloodstream.
• Do not stick the HOTLINE
®
Fluid Warming Set with needles, as
this will breach the I.V. path and compromise the integrity of the
patient intravenous line. If a Disposable Set with a breached
recirculating solution path/intravenous path is used, then
patient illness may occur because of the HOTLINE
recirculating solution entering the patient's blood stream.
®
Warmer's
®
Warmer's
1 Connect the I.V. fluid and the intravenous administration set to the
HOTLINE
2 Fully prime the intravenous administration set, the
Fluid Warming Set.
HOTLINE
Fluid Warming Set, and patient extension set (if used).
3 Connect the distal end of the
HOTLINE
Fluid Warming Set to
the patient's intravenous access site without entrapping air.
Step 4 - Using the HOTLINE Warmer
• Activation of the Over Temperature warning signal indicates
that warming has stopped and immediate operator intervention
is required to clear the over temperature condition or to remove
the device from service. Death or serious injury may occur to
the patient or user if this warning is not followed.
• If any visual indicator does not illuminate or the audible signal
does not sound, do not use the HOTLINE
device from service immediately. Death or serious injury may
occur to the patient or user if this warning is not followed.
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Warmer. Remove the
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WARNINGS
WARNINGS
WARNINGS
WARNINGS
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Fluid Warmer
a
Continued from previous page
• Not for use with pressure devices generating over 300 mmHg.
Pressure greater than 300 mmHg may compromise the integrity
®
of the HOTLINE
Fluid Warming Set.
1 Wait until the recirculating solution temperature display reaches
37
°C, which indicates the HOTLINE
Warmer is ready for use.
2 Adjust the rate of I.V. flow using the clamp on the intravenous
administration set.
Note: Do not kink the Disposable Set. Do not restrict the circulation
of the solution through the tubing.
Step 5 - After Use
• Blood and blood products could contain pathogenic organisms.
Failure to follow institutional policy and procedures for
biomedical-hazardous materials could lead to exposure to
harmful pathogens.
1 Turn OFF the power switch.
2 Remove the
plug (
HOTLINE
a) into the socket.
3 After use, handle and dispose of the
Set in a safe manner according to local guidelines for disposal of
contaminated medical waste.
Fluid Warming Set, and insert the reflux
HOTLINE
Fluid Warming
4 Wipe down the external surfaces of the HOTLINE
mild liquid detergent soap and warm tap water mixture and a soft
cloth or sponge. See Section 10,
Maintenance,
for more details
about cleaning and external disinfection.
Storage
Store the HOTLINE
extreme temperatures. See Section 13,
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Warmer with
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SECTION 8 • Troubleshooting
SECTION8
Troubleshooting
Only competent personnel should perform any routine maintenance and
repairs to the HOTLINE
ProblemCheck the following
No power
Check Disposables
alarm
Add Recirculating
Solution alarm
Over Temperature
alarm
Warmer.
1 Confirm that the HOTLINE
Warmer is plugged in
properly.
2 Confirm that the power switch is in the ON position.
Note: If the HOTLINE
Warmer is plugged in and the
power switch is turned ON, the green or red LED will
illuminate.
Confirm that the HOTLINE
Fluid Warming Set is
properly installed.
1 Push the Twin-Tube Connector firmly into the socket
on the right side of the HOTLINE
Warmer.
Note: Turn OFF the power switch before replacing the
HOTLINE
2 If the alarm is not cleared, replace the HOTLINE
Fluid Warming Set.
Fluid Warming Set. Turn ON the power switch and
verify that the alarm has cleared.
3 If the alarm is not cleared, remove the HOTLINE
Warmer from service.
Check the level in the reservoir
• Turn OFF the power switch, remove the HOTLINE
Fluid Warming Set if installed, and add recirculating
solution to the maximum level.
1 Check the HOTLINE
Fluid Warming Set for kinks or
other restrictions.
2 Check for air lock:
a Turn the power switch OFF, remove the HOTLINE
Fluid Warming Set, and gently shake HOTLINE
Warmer to dislodge air.
b Plug in the HOTLINE
Fluid Warming Set and turn
power switch ON.
c If the alarm is not cleared, remove the HOTLINE
Warmer from service and return it for repair or
replacement.
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SECTION 8 • Troubleshooting
ProblemCheck the following
Hot cabinetCheck for blocked air vents on the bottom or the back of
the HOTLINE Warmer.
Note: Room temperature above 38
°C may cause the
HOTLINE Warmer to shut down and the Over
Temperature alarm to activate. In this situation, turn
the power switch OFF and allow the HOTLINE
Warmer to cool down before returning it to service.
Difficult to install the
HOTLINE
Fluid
Warming Set
Recirculating
solution leaks at the
socket where the
HOTLINE Fluid
Warming Set plugs
into the HOTLINE
Warmer
Electrical
interference receiving or
transmitting
Lubricate O-rings in the socket. Refer to Section 10,
Maintenance, for the procedure.
Replace O-rings. Use the O-ring Replacement Kit: P/N
80-04-001. Refer to Section 10, Maintenance, for the
procedure.
1 Move the HOTLINE
Warmer away from the device in
question.
2Plug the HOTLINE
Warmer into a separate electrical
circuit.
• If the problem continues, notify Smiths Medical or
your local Smiths Medical distributor.
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SECTION 9 • Testing
WARNINGS
WARNINGS
a
SECTION9
Te s t i n g
The HOTLINE Warmer should be tested by hospital biomedical
personnel prior to placing it in service. All testing and maintenance should
be performed by competent personnel. If competent personnel are not
available, contact Smiths Medical or your local Smiths Medical distributor.
If the HOTLINE
the listed tests, discontinue use of the HOTLINE
Warmer and any installed accessories do not pass any of
Warmer and remove
from service. Contact Smiths Medical or your local Smiths Medical
distributor.
• If any visual indicator does not illuminate or the audible signal
does not sound, do not use the Fluid Warmer. Remove the
device from service immediately. Death or serious injury may
occur to the patient or user if this warning is not followed.
Note: Alarm testing requires a HOTLINE Fluid Warming Set to be
installed and that the HOTLINE
Operating mode.
Warmer be turned ON and in the
Alarm Signal Test
The Alarm Signal Test is used to confirm proper operation of the visual
and audible alarm indicators.
1 Press and hold the Alarm Test button (a).
2 Observe the following:
• The green Operating LED turns off.
• Three red LEDs (Check Disposables, Add Solution, and Over
Temperature) illuminate.
• The audible alarm sounds and repeats approximately every two
seconds.
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Over Temperature Alarm Test
a
b
c
d
e
The HOTLINE Warmer should be running at an operating temperature
of approximately 37°C to 38°C.
1 Press and hold the Over Temperature Alarm Test button (a).
2 Observe the following:
• The recirculating solution Over Temperature Alarm activates at
40°C.
• The green Operating LED turns off.
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• The red Over Temperature LED (
b) illuminates.
• The audible alarm sounds and repeats approximately every two
seconds.
3 Stop pressing the Over Temperature Alarm Test button to stop the
test.
Add Recirculating Solution Test
The HOTLINE Warmer is equipped with a float switch, which senses the
recirculating solution level in the reservoir. When the recirculating
solution is too low, the Add Recirculating Solution Alarm will activate.
1 Remove the fill-port plug (c) on the reservoir.
2 Gently depress the float switch (
low solution condition.)
Note: Use a non-metal tool to depress the float switch because the
float switch contains a magnet.
3 Observe the following:
• The green Operating LED turns off.
d). (This action will simulate the
• The red Add
Recirculating Solution LED (e) illuminates.
• The audible alarm sounds and repeats approximately every two
seconds.
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a
b
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Level 1® TEMP CHECK
Thermometer
An interlock switch/sensor, located in the socket on the right side of the
HOTLINE
Warming Set. When the switch does not sense a HOTLINE
Warmer, senses a properly installed HOTLINE Fluid
Fluid
Warming Set, the Check Disposables alarm activates.
1 Slowly remove the HOTLINE Fluid Warming Set (a) from the
HOTLINE
Warmer socket.
2 Observe the following actions:
• The green Operating LED turns off.
• The red Check Disposables LED (
b) illuminates.
• The audible alarm sounds and repeats approximately every two
seconds.
Note: In any alarm condition, the pump should not be running. A
small amount of solution dripping from the disconnection is normal
and should stop in a few seconds.
Temperature Verification of the Recirculating Solution
Use the Level 1 TEMP CHECK Thermometer (HLTA-40) to verify the
displayed recirculating solution temperature. Other methods of
temperature verification may be inaccurate.
TEMP CHECK provides an accurate reading of the highest temperature of
the recirculating solution. Because the temperature of the reservoir is
typically 0.5°C to 2.0°C lower than the temperature from the heater, and
the temperature of the recirculating solution begins to drop due to the
effect of ambient temperature on the HOTLINE
Fluid Warming Set, the
highest temperature of the solution is just after it leaves the heater. During
the temperature verification test, the TEMP CHECK is positioned on the
right side of the HOTLINE
solution just after it leaves the heater and before it enters the HOTLINE
Warmer attached to the socket and senses the
Fluid Warming Set.
Refer to the TEMP CHECK HLTA-40 Thermometer Operator's Manual
for complete Temperature Verification and Calibration Instructions.
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To verify the recirculating solution temperature, you will need the
following:
• TEMP CHECK (HLTA-40)
•HOTLINE
•HOTLINE
Warmer
Fluid Warming Set
To Verify the Recirculating Solution Temperature:
1 Plug the HOTLINE Warmer into a power outlet.
SECTION 9 • Testing
2 Place the TEMP CHECK on the top right corner of the
HOTLINE
the HOTLINE
3 Plug the Twin-Tube Connector on the
Warmer and plug it into the socket on the right side of
Warmer.
HOTLINE
Fluid Warming
Set into the socket on the right side of the TEMP CHECK.
4 Remove the black label from the auxiliary outlet on the back of the
HOTLINE
and plug in the TEMP CHECK power cord.
Note: The auxiliary outlet is for use only with Smiths Medical
accessories.
5 Tu r n O N t he HOTLINE Warmer. Allow 15 minutes for the
temperature to stabilize.
6 If the TEMP CHECK display indicates a temperature between
37
°C and 38°C, and the HOTLINE
Warmer display equals the
TEMP CHECK display, recirculating solution verification is
complete. Refer to the TEMP CHECK Manual for OVERTEMP
ALARM verification.
7 If the TEMP CHECK display does not indicate a temperature
between 37
°C and 38°C, refer to the TEMP CHECK Manual for
calibration instructions.
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SECTION 9 • Testing
Periodic Electrical Testing
Electrical Safety Tests must be performed by competent personnel
authorized by the institution to perform such testing. The Safety Tests
must be performed and documented at least once per year, or according to
institutional policy. These tests include but are not limited to:
• Leakage current
•Ground bond test
Leakage Current
Leakage current must be tested according to methods and pass/fail
criteria described in IEC 60601-1:2005. Leakage current must be
performed with the heater circuit in the full ON condition. To achieve
this condition, perform the test when the reservoir is at room
temperature. When the HOTLINE
temperature is rapidly rising, but still below 37°C, the heater circuit is
in a full ON condition.
Warmer is first turned on and the
Note: The HOTLINE Warmer is equipped with sensing interlocks. A
HOTLINE
HOTLINE
the sensing interlocks or try to operate the HOTLINE
HOTLINE
Fluid Warming Set is required to correctly operate the
Warmer and perform leakage current testing. Do not defeat
Fluid Warming Set in place.
without a
Ground Bond Test
Ground bond test must be tested according to methods and pass/fail
criteria described in IEC 60601-1:2005.
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SECTION10
CAUTIONS
CAUTIONS
Maintenance
SECTION 10 • Maintenance
Only competent personnel should perform any routine maintenance and
repairs to the HOTLINE
Warmer. Maintenance is scheduled with each
use, every 30 days, and every 12 months. The tasks are described below.
Maintenance Performed with Every Use
• Do not autoclave or immerse any part of the HOTLINE
Warmer in liquids, which may cause damage and improper
functioning.
Clean and inspect the HOTLINE Warmer.
Clean the Exterior
Clean the entire HOTLINE
• Never use organic solvents (e.g., acetone), strong acids, or
bases to clean any portion of the HOTLINE
Warmer after every use.
®
Warmer
• Do not place the HOTLINE
®
Warmer directly under a faucet or
use a faucet sprayer to rinse. Never spray cleaning or other
®
fluids into openings on the HOTLINE
Warmer or into the
external connectors.
1 Unplug the HOTLINE Warmer before servicing.
2 Visually inspect the HOTLINE
Warmer to ensure there is no
visible damage or deterioration of the enclosure such as cracks, or
deterioration of the labels and power cord. Do not clean if there is a
defect. Contact Smiths Medical or your local Smiths Medical
distributor.
3 Immerse a soft cloth or sponge as an applicator into the cleaning
solution consisting of mild liquid detergent soap and warm tap
water mixture. Squeeze out excess solution so that the applicator is
not dripping. Wipe or scrub the entire surface of the enclosure and
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control panels. Use a soft brush to clean the power cord if
necessary.
4 Rinse a separate soft cloth or sponge in room temperature running
potable water. Squeeze out excess water so that the applicator is not
dripping. Wipe all of the aforementioned surfaces. Repeat rinsing
the cloth or sponge several times with fresh running water during
this process to insure all visible residue is removed.
5 Dry the item with a hand towel or soft cloth.
6 Visually inspect the HOTLINE
Warmer and its components to
insure that they have been thoroughly cleaned. Repeat cleaning
procedure if necessary.
7 After thoroughly cleaning the HOTLINE
Warmer, perform
disinfection if required.
8 If it is hospital policy to perform disinfection as part of
reprocessing, then follow your institution's guidelines for
disinfecting of the surfaces of non-critical medical devices. The list
below includes low-level disinfectants that are commonly used in
the medical community and high-level disinfectants that are
claimed by the manufacturer. The effectiveness of these listed
disinfectants should be validated using the hospital procedures.
The following disinfectant agents can be used without causing
damage to the enclosure:
Low Level Disinfectants:
•fantastik
All Purpose Cleaner
High Level Disinfectants:
• 1.56% Phenol (e.g., Sporicidin
• 3.4% Glutaraldehyde (e.g., CIDEX
)
Plus)
•10% Bleach solution
• 1% Ammonia solution
•Surface disinfectants compatible with plastic materials.
9 Rinsing of the disinfectant residue should be done using a soft cloth
or sponge as the applicator.
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SECTION 10 • Maintenance
a
c
b
General Inspection
• Check the condition of the HOTLINE
inspection before using. Remove from service any HOTLINE
Warmer with a visual
Warmer that shows physical damage.
•If the HOTLINE
Fluid Warming Set does not install easily,
lubricate the O-Rings as directed in the following section.
Disinfect the Reservoir and Change the Recirculating
Solution
Disinfect the reservoir and change the recirculating solution every 30 days
or every 12 months based on the recirculating solution used for the
HOTLINE Warmer. Refer to the following table for the maintenance
schedule
Recirculating SolutionPreparationMaintenance
.
0.3% Hydrogen Peroxide
Solution
Distilled WaterUse distilled water.Replace solution and
35% Isopropyl Alcohol
Solution
Note: Use distilled water only, not tap water. Failure to do so may cause build-up of
mineral deposits in the recirculating solution path, which may impair heater
performance.
Mix 140 ml of 3% hydrogen
peroxide with 1,260 ml of
distilled water.
Mix 700 ml of 70% isopropyl
alcohol with 700 ml of distilled
water.
Replace solution and
disinfect reservoir every
12 months.
disinfect reservoir every
30 days.
Replace solution and
disinfect reservoir every
30 days.
Disinfect the Reservoir
1 Unplug the HOTLINE Warmer before servicing.
2 Remove the drain tube from the holder on the rear of the
HOTLINE
3 In
vert the drain tube (a) and place a container under the end of the
tube
Warmer.
. Remove the end cap (b) and drain the recirculating solution
into the container.
4 When all the recirculating solution has drained from the reservoir,
replace the end cap and insert the drain tube back in the holder.
5 Prepare a 0.3% hydrogen peroxide solution by mixing 140 ml of 3%
hydrogen peroxide solution and 1,260 ml of distilled water.
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CAUTIONS
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HOTLINE
Fluid Warmer
d
6 Remove the fill-port plug (c), fill the reservoir with the hydrogen
peroxide solution, and replace the fill-port plug.
7 Remove the reflux plug from the socket if required, and insert a
HOTLINE
Fluid Warming Set (d) (L-70, L-70NI, L-80) into the
socket.
8 Tu r n t h e H O T L I N E
Warmer ON, and let the recirculating
solution circulate for a 30-minute disinfection period.
9 Tu r n t h e H O T L I N E
Warmer OFF and unplug the power cord.
10 Empty the reservoir.
11 Remove the HOTLINE
Fluid Warming Set and discard
according to established hospital procedures.
These suggested instructions are designed to be used in conjunction
with established hospital procedures.
Add Recirculating Solution
• Do not fill the HOTLINE Warmer reservoir with a HOTLINE
Fluid Warming Set or a TEMP CHECK in place. Failure to
remove the HOTLINE
procedure may result in an air lock in the HOTLINE
Fluid Warming Set before the fill
Warmer.
1 Prepare the recirculating solution.
2 Remove the fill-port plug.
3
Fill the reservoir with 1.4 liters of recirculating solution.
4 Replace the fill-port plug.
Maintenance Performed Every 30 Days
Disinfect the Reservoir and Change Recirculating Solution for
Distilled Water and 35% Isopropyl Alcohol Solution
Refer to
Disinfect the Reservoir and Change the Recirculating Solution
procedure in this section.
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Lubricate O-Ring Seals
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HOTLINE
Fluid Warmer
a
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HOTLINE
Fluid Warmer
b
1 Place a small amount of silicone lubricant on a cotton swab.
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2 Apply silicone lubricant along the O-Rings inside the socket (
located on the right side of the HOTLINE Warmer.
Silicone lubricant is available from Smiths Medical, (Silicone
lubricant P/N 80-04-002).
Maintenance Performed Every 12 Months
Disinfect the Reservoir and Change Recirculating Solution for
0.3% Hydrogen Peroxide Solution
Refer to
procedure in this section.
Replace O-Rings
1 Unplug the
2 Remove the socket head screws (
3 Remove the face plate, being careful not to damage the micro-
Disinfect the Reservoir and Change the Recirculating Solution
(O-Ring Kit: P/N 80-04-001)
HOTLINE
Warmer before servicing.
b) with a 0.31cm (1/8") hex
wrench.
switch lever.
a)
4 Remove the old O-rings and clean the sockets with a cotton swab.
5 Apply silicone lubricant to two new O-rings and install into the
sockets.
6 Reassemble in reverse order, being careful not to damage the micro-
switch lever.
7 Insert
HOTLINE
Fluid Warming Set and power on HOTLINE
Warmer to verify that there are no leaks around the face plate.
Testin g H O T L INE Warmer Operation
Perform all the tests described in the testing section of this manual. See
Section 9,
the tests.
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Te s t i n g
. The Scheduled Maintenance Checklist below also lists
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SECTION 10 • Maintenance
Maintenance Log
All maintenance and testing should be done by competent personnel.
Regularly scheduled maintenance ensures proper functioning of the
equipment. Refer to the table below for required tasks and frequency of
routine maintenance.
Maintenance Checklist
TaskEvery Use Every 30 Days Every 12 Months
Clean the Exterior
General Inspection
Disinfect the Reservoir and
Change Distilled Water or
Isopropyl Alcohol solution
Lubricate the O-Rings
Disinfect the Reservoir and
Change the Hydrogen
Peroxide Solution
Replace the O-Rings
Alarm Signal Test
Add Recirculating Solution
Te st
Check Disposables Test
Over Temperature Alarm
Te st
Verify Temperature
Calibration
Electrical Safety Tests
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SECTION11
Limited Warranty
SECTION 11 • Limited Warranty
Smiths Medical ASD, Inc. (the “Manufacturer”) warrants to the Original
Purchaser that the HOTLINE
“HOTLINE
®
Warmer”), not including accessories, shall be free from
®
Blood and Fluid Warmer (the
defects in materials and workmanship under normal use, if used in
accordance with this Operator’s Manual, for a period of one year from the
actual date of sale to the Original Purchaser. THERE ARE NO OTHER
WARRANTIES.
This warranty does not cover normal wear and tear and maintenance
items, and excludes any accessory items or equipment used with the
HOTLINE
®
Warmer.
Subject to the conditions of and upon compliance with this Limited
Warranty, the Manufacturer will repair or replace at its option without
charge (except for a minimal charge for postage and handling) any
HOTLINE
®
Warmer (not including accessories) which is defective if a
claim is made during such one-year period.
The following conditions, procedures, and limitations apply to the
Manufacturer's obligation under this warranty:
A. Parties Covered by this Warranty: This warranty extends only to the
Original Purchaser of the HOTLINE
®
Warmer. This warranty does
not extend to subsequent purchasers. The Original Purchaser may be
medical personnel, a hospital, or institution which purchases
HOTLINE
®
Warmers for treatment of patients. The Original
Purchaser should retain the invoice or sales receipt as proof as to the
actual date of purchase.
B. Warranty Performance Procedure: Notice of the claimed defect must
be made in writing or by telephone to the Manufacturer as follows:
Customer Service Department, Smiths Medical ASD, Inc., 160
Weymouth Street, Rockland, MA 02370, (800) 258-5361. Notice to
the Manufacturer must include date of purchase, model and serial
number, and a description of the claimed defect in sufficient detail to
allow the Manufacturer to determine and facilitate any repairs which
may be necessary. AUTHORIZATION MUST BE OBTAINED
PRIOR TO RETURNING THE HOTLINE
authorized, the HOTLINE
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WARMER . If
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SECTION 11 • Limited Warranty
packaged and returned to the Manufacturer, postage prepaid. Any
loss or damage during shipment is at the risk of the sender.
C. Conditions of Warranty: The warranty is void if the HOTLINE
Warmer has been 1) repaired by someone other than the
Manufacturer or its authorized agent; 2) altered so that its stability
or reliability is affected; 3) misused; or 4) damaged by negligence or
accident. Misuse includes, but is not limited to, use not in
compliance with the Operator's Manual or use with non-approved
accessories. Removal or damage to the HOTLINE
®
Warmer’s serial
number will invalidate this warranty.
D. Limitations and Exclusions: Repair or replacement of the
HOTLINE
®
Warmer or any component part thereof is the
EXCLUSIVE remedy offered by the Manufacturer. The following
exclusions and limitations shall apply:
1. No agent, representative, or employee of the Manufacturer has
authority to bind the Manufacturer to any representation or
warranty, expressed or implied.
2. THERE IS NO WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR
FITNESS OR USE OF THE HOTLINE
®
WARMER FOR ANY
PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
3. The HOTLINE
®
Warmer can only be used under the supervision
of medical personnel whose skill and judgment determine the
suitability of the HOTLINE
®
Warmer for any particular medical
treatment.
®
4. All recommendations, information, and descriptive literature
supplied by the Manufacturer or its agents are believed to be
accurate and reliable, but do not constitute warranties.
The Manufacturer disclaims responsibility for the suitability of the
HOTLINE
medical complications resulting from the use of the HOTLINE
®
Warmer for any particular medical treatment or for any
®
Warmer.
The Manufacturer shall not be responsible for any incidental damages or
consequential damages to property, loss of profits, or loss of use caused by
any defect or malfunction of the HOTLINE
®
Warmer.
This warranty gives the Original Purchaser specific legal rights, and the
Original Purchaser may have other legal rights which may vary from state
to state.
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SECTION12
WARNINGS
WARNINGS
Service
• No user-serviceable parts. All service must be performed by
Smiths Medical or competent personnel. Death or serious injury
may occur if this warning is not followed.
All service must be performed by Smiths Medical or competent personnel.
Service by any other person or organization voids the warranty and
transfers liability for malfunctions of the device to the servicing
organization.
Non-Warranty Work
SECTION 12 • Service
Devices received that are no longer under warranty can be returned for
repair at a cost. The device will be promptly inspected and a verbal
estimate of the repair cost will be provided. A purchase order will be
required from the original purchaser consistent with the verbal estimate. A
written estimate will be provided upon request.
Before returning the HOTLINE
Medical for Returned Goods Authorization. Be sure that ALL recirculating
solution is drained from the device before packing the HOTLINE
Warmer for shipment.
Note: The HOTLINE
shipment or it will be immediately returned as received.
®
Warmer must be cleaned and disinfected for repair
®
Warmer for service, contact Smiths
®
Additional Documentation
Upon request Smiths Medical will provide the following documentation:
• Circuit diagrams
• Components parts list(s)
• Description of function
• Service and calibration instructions
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SECTION 12 • Service
Disposal Information
Observe national and local codes or requirements for disposal of
contaminated materials and for recycling of solid waste materials that may
impact the environment.
Service Contacts
Contact your Smiths Medical Technical Service Department or Smiths
Medical distributor at:
USA/Canada
Smiths Medical ASD, Inc.
160 Weymouth Street
Rockland, MA 02370 USA
Tel: 1 800 258 5361
www.smiths-medical.com
HOTLINE
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SECTION13
Specifications and Accessories
System Specifications
Standard ComplianceGuidelines
Product SafetyIEC 60601-1:2005
EMCEN 60601-1-2, FCC 47 CFR Part 15,
Class B
Enclosure ProtectionIEC 60529 IP Code: IPX1
Fluid WarmersASTM F2172-02
PhysicalDimensions
Height, Overall24.1 cm (9.5 inches)
Width, Overall21.0 cm (8.3 inches)
Depth, Overall17.8 cm (7.0 inches)
Weight, Dry3.5 Kg (7.6 lbs)
Weight, Wet (with recirculating
solution)
Weight, Shipping3.6 Kg (7.95 lbs)
Recirculating Solution
Capacity
Maximum Height on I.V. Pole107 cm (42 inches)
EnvironmentalTemperatureHumidity [%]
Operation
Transportation
Storage
ThermalTemperature
Temperature Set Point
Over Temperature Set Point
ElectricalType
MAINS Power Input: 115V115VAC, 50/60 HZ, 3.0 Amps
MAINS Auxiliary Supply Power
Output: 115V115VAC, 50/60 HZ, 1.0 Amps
5.0 Kg (11.0 lbs)
1.4 L (0.37 gallons)
o
C to 45oC 10 to 95
10
o
C to 60oC 5 to 90
-18
-18oC to 60oC 5 to 90
o
C ± 0.1oC
38.0
o
C
39.2
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ElectricalType
Protection Against Electrical
Shock
Mode of OperationContinuous
Type of CurrentAlternating
Ingress Protection RatingIPX1
Performance
Recirculating Solution
Te mperatu r e
Normothermic Flow RatesAt gravity flow rates to 5,000 ml per hour
Class 1 Equipment, Type BF
Recirculating solution temperature reaches
37oC from ambient in about 4 minutes
Electromagnetic Compliance
HOTLINE Warmer is certified to be in compliance with the European
Communities Council Directive relating to Electromagnetic Compatibility
(EMC): (89/336/EEC). Test methods and acceptance criteria as specified
in EN 60601-1-2 demonstrate conformance.
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Electromagnetic Environmental Recommendations
Recommended separation distances between portable and mobile RF communications
®
equipment and the HOTLINE
Warmer
The HOTLINE® Warmer is intended for use in an electromagnetic environment in which radiated RF
®
disturbances are controlled. The customer or the user of the HOTLINE
Warmer can help prevent
electromagnetic interference by maintaining a minimum distance between portable and mobile RF
®
communications equipment (transmitters) and the HOTLINE
Warmer as recommended below, according
to the maximum output power of the communications equipment.
Rated maximum
output power of
transmitter
Separation distance according to frequency of transmitter m
150 kHz to 80 MHz
d=[3.5/V1]P
80 MHz to 800 MHz
d=[3.5/E1]P
800 MHz to 2.5 GHz
d=[7/E1]P
W
0.010.1160.1160.233
0.10.3680.3680.737
11.161.162.33
103.693.697.38
10011.6611.6623.33
For transmitters rated at a maximum output power not listed above, the recommended separation distance
d in metres (m) can be estimated using the equation applicable to the frequency of the transmitter, where P
is the maximum output power rating of the transmitter in watts (W) according to the transmitter
manufacturer.
NOTE 1 At 80 MHz and 800 MHz, the separation distance for the higher frequency range applies.
NOTE 2 These guidelines may not apply in all situations. Electromagnetic propagation is affected by absorption and reflection from
structures, objects and people
.
Accessories
Product Description
L-70
L-70NI
L-80
HOTLINE
HOTLINE
HOTLINE
L-10Gas Vent
PC-8T-Connector, 20.3 cm (8”) Patient Lead with Injection Port
YC-8Y-Connector, 20.3 cm (8”) Patient Lead with Injection Port
40 HOTLINE
Fluid Warming Set with Injection Port
Fluid Warming Set without Injection Port
Warming Set with L-10 Gas Vent
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Symbols
SymbolsDefinitions
Power switch in the ON position
Power switch in the OFF position.
ON/Operation
Reservoir Temperature Display
SECTION 14 • Symbols
Add Recirculating Solution
Check Disposables
Over Temperature
Maximum Reservoir Level
Minimum Reservoir Level
Alarm Test
Type BF Equipment
Warning: Do not stick HOTLINE
needles. Patient injury or death could result.
tubing with
HOTLINE
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SymbolsDefinitions
Protected Against Dripping Water
Catalog Number
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SECTION 14 • Symbols
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=
@
H
J
G
Serial Number
Part Number
Batch Code
Authorized Representative in the European
Community
Manufacturer
Date of Manufacture
Quantity
Protective Earth [Ground]
Alternating Current
7
f
42 HOTLINE
Do Not Reuse
Consult instructions for use
(The symbol appears on the device with a blue
background.)
Consult instructions for use
Caution
Electric Shock Hazard
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SymbolsDefinitions
Not made with natural rubber latex
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SECTION 14 • Symbols
€
6
CLASS 1
:
|
P
_
8
M
Caution: This product contains natural rubber
latex which may cause allergic reactions.
Caution: Federal (U.S.A.) law restricts this
device to sale by or on the order of a physician.
Device is class type 1 equipment
Protective earth terminal
Do not use if package is damaged.
Sterile fluid path, ethylene oxide gas sterilized
Temperature Limitation
Humidity Limitation
Use by
Keep away from sunlight
L
Z
‚
HOTLINE
Keep dry
Recyclable Product
Device has been tested by TÜV SÜD America, a
nationally recognized technical laboratory, to
meet all requirements for safety.
Device has been tested by National Technical
Systems, a nationally recognized technical
laboratory, to meet U.S. requirements for safety.
Collect separately for electrical and electronic
equipment.
Contains or Presence of Phthalate:
bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP)
Accessories list 40
Add Recirculating Solution mode
Add Recirculating Solution test
Add Solution LED
Additional documentation
After Use
Alarm signal test
Alarm Test button
Alcohol (isopropyl) solution
Anesthetic use warning
Assembly instructions
Auxiliary electrical outlet
20
16
23
14
7
9
3
16
24
36
11, 30
B
Biohazardous material
disposal information
20
C
Canada service contact 37
Cautions
Change the recirculating solution
Check Disposables LED
Check Disposables mode
Check Disposables Test
Clamp for I.V. pole
Clean exterior surfaces
Components
Connect the intravenous administration set
Contents
Contraindications
Controls
Conventions used in manual
8
L-10 Gas Vent
2
description
9
list
2
13
8
30
15
15
25
3
28
5
1
19
D
Description
components
HOTLINE Fluid Warming Sets
HOTLINE Warmer
Disinfect the reservoir
Display Panel