General Information
What is the Lifetherm 2003 used for?
Who can operate the Lifetherm 2003?
Operation
How do I turn on the Lifetherm 2003 warming bed?
How is the temperature set?
How long does the Lifetherm 2003 Warming Bed take to reach the set temperature?
Can the warming bed surface be tilted for Trendelenburg position?
Is height adjustment available?
How do I switch between % and mW/cm² heat output settings?
What is the default heat output in manual mode?
What happens if heat output exceeds 30%?
Can I monitor the infant’s temperature using the device?
Safety
What safety precautions should be taken during use?
Are there any contraindications?
What happens if the radiant warmer is covered?
Maintenance and Cleaning
How often should the Lifetherm 2003 be cleaned?
How should the silicone gel mattress be cleaned?
Is calibration required for the optional skin sensor?
Who should perform repairs or inspections?
What alarms are built into the Lifetherm 2003?
What should I do if a sensor alarm occurs?
How do I test the alarms?
Does Lifetherm 2003 require calibration?
What should be checked before each use?
Technical Specifications
What is the heating output of the Lifetherm warming bed?
What is the maximum patient weight supported?
What is the control accuracy of the temperature?
General Information
What is the Lifetherm 2003 used for?
The Lifetherm 2003 is a heating bed designed to warm infants up to 8kg, helping prevent excessive heat loss.
Who can operate the Lifetherm 2003?
Only trained personnel with knowledge of the device and its risks and benefits.
Operation
How do I turn on the Lifetherm 2003 warming bed?
To turn on the Lifetherm 2003:
- Plug in the mains cable
- Switch on the main power
- Turn on the ON/OFF switch at the base of the unit
- Turn on the ON/OFF button on the control panels
How is the temperature set?
Use the arrow keys in the “SET” field on the control panel to select a temperature between 28°C and 38.5°C.
How long does the Lifetherm 2003 Warming Bed take to reach the set temperature?
The Lifetherm warming bed takes approximately 90 minutes to reach set temperature.
Can the warming bed surface be tilted for Trendelenburg position?
Yes, using the tilt buttons on the left of the control panel to adjust to "head-up" or "head-down" positions.
Is height adjustment available?
Yes, the deck height can be adjusted between 93cm and 118cm using the foot pedals.
How do I switch between % and mW/cm² heat output settings?
Use the lower button on the control panel to toggle between % and mW/cm². The selected mode is indicated by the corresponding LED.
What is the default heat output in manual mode?
30% (equivalent to 10 mW/cm²) is the default. Exceeding this requires confirmation via the “Mute Alarm” button.
What happens if heat output exceeds 30%?
An audible and visual alarm is triggered. After 15 minutes, the device automatically returns to 30% output unless reconfirmed.
Can I monitor the infant’s temperature using the device?
No. Lifetherm 2003 does not include skin temperature monitoring as standard. Temperature must be monitored externally by medical staff.
A skin temperature probe is available as an optional extra.
Safety
What safety precautions should be taken during use?
Never leave the infant unattended, ensure barriers are properly installed, and monitor temperature regularly.
Are there any contraindications?
Do not use skin-temperature regulation for infants in shock or with fever.
What happens if the radiant warmer is covered?
If the radiant warmer is covered it poses a fire hazard. The radiant warmer must never be covered.
Maintenance and Cleaning
How often should the Lifetherm 2003 be cleaned?
At least once per week and after every patient change.
How should the silicone gel mattress be cleaned?
Wipe with a suitable disinfectant; do not autoclave or use incompatible chemicals.
Is calibration required for the optional skin sensor?
No, the optional skin sensor does not require calibration.
Who should perform repairs or inspections?
Only service technicians authorised by the manufacturer should perform repairs or inspections to avoid invalidating the warranty.
Does Lifetherm 2003 require calibration?
No calibration is needed for the heat radiator, but regular inspection and maintenance by authorized technicians is required annually.
What should be checked before each use?
Ensure the heat radiator is in home position, undamaged, and functioning properly. Confirm lighting and heating elements are operational.
Alarms and Troubleshooting
What alarms are built into the Lifetherm 2003?
The Lifetherm 2003 features the following built-in alarms:
- Mains alarm
- Target temperature alarm
- High/low temperature alarms
- Sensor alarm
- System alarm
Please refer to the user manual for more information on each of these alarms.
What should I do if a sensor alarm occurs?
Check the sensor connection. If unresolved, contact a service technician.
How do I test the alarms?
To test the alarms, follow procedures such as unplugging the device or adjusting temperature settings to trigger and verify alarm responses.
Technical Specifications
What is the heating output of the Lifetherm 2003 warming bed?
The heat output of the Lifetherm 2003 warming bed is 240 W, and the heat output of the radiant warmer is 600 W.
What is the maximum patient weight supported?
The maximum patient weight supported by the Lifetherm 2000 is 8kg.
What is the control accuracy of the temperature?
The Lifetherm 2003 warming bed has a temperature control accuracy of ±0.1°C.