INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
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Safety Precautions and General Information:
General Safety Warnings and Cautions:
WARNING:
a. Do not use if product shows visible damage.
b. Prior to using this device, please read the instructions for equipment set up and
use. Familiarize yourself with the product before application on a patient.
c. To prevent patient and/or user injury and/or equipment damage, examine the
device and surgical-table side rails for potential damage or wear prior to use. Do
not use the device if damage is visible, if parts are missing or if it does not function
as expected.
d. Product must be used in conjunction with the Allen Secondary Supports (A-63600)
or equivalent, to ensure patient safety in the unlikely event of vacuum loss while in
the Steep Trendelenburg position.
e. Patient injury or death may occur if the Hug-U-Vac® positioner fails while the
patient is in the steep Trendelenburg position, and a secondary support system is
not in use.
f. This Product should be used in conjunction with an Allen large security strap (O-
RSX-2), secured across the patient's chest for added security.
g. Always ensure product is properly and securely fastened to the operating table
prior to use.
h. Secure positioners straps only to the operating table's accessory rails.
i.
Never secure positioners straps to table width extenders or any secondary
accessory rails.
j.
All modifications, upgrades, or repairs must be performed by an authorized
specialist.
k. Always ensure the vacuum valves are securely closed and locked, and that the
positioner maintains vacuum prior to draping the patient or beginning any surgical
procedure (3.3.1)
l.
Do not exceed the maximum patient weight limit or width as specified by the
manufacturer.
m. Do not store near extreme hot or cold.
n. Not for use with K-Thermia heating pads or similar.
o. DO NOT leave the Hug-U-Vac valve closed with suction still applied in between
procedures or in storage. Leaving the suction connected will lead to collapsing
and damage of the internal beads and thus, greatly reduce the life of the product.
Document Number: 80028180
Version C
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Issue Date: 13 MAR 2020
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