3M 370 User Manual

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6 Introduction

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1. 

To reduce the risks associated with skin maceration:

•  Do not use the sensor on damaged or compromised skin.

2. 

To reduce the risks associated with cross-contamination:

•  Clean the sensor cable before connecting to a new sensor.

3. 

To reduce the risks associated with impact and facility medical device damage:

•  Do not use the SpotOn control unit as a handle to transport or to move the device to 

which it is attached.

•  Do not initiate temperature monitoring unless the SpotOn control unit is safely placed 

on a hard, flat surface or is securely mounted.

4. 

To reduce the risks associated with environmental contamination:

•  Follow applicable regulations when disposing of this device or any of its electronic 

components.

1.  The SpotOn temperature monitoring system meets medical electronic interference 

requirements. If radio frequency interference with other equipment should occur, connect the 

unit to a different power source.

2.  Federal law (USA) restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a licensed healthcare 

professional.

3.  To avoid SpotOn temperature monitoring system damage that may impact performance:

•  Do not store the SpotOn control unit and system components in a wet or damp place. 
•  Do not spray cleaning solutions onto the control unit or into the sensor cable connector. 
•  Do not immerse the SpotOn temperature monitoring control unit or system components 

in any liquid or subject them to any sterilization process.

•  Do not use solvents such as acetone or thinner to clean the control unit; avoid abrasive 

cleaners.

•  Clean control unit exterior with a damp soft cloth and 70% mixture of isopropyl alcohol 

and water. For full cleaning procedures see “Section 5: General Maintenance, Storage and 

•  Do not immerse any of the devices or use a dripping wet cloth for cleaning. 

4.  The SpotOn temperature monitoring sensor is not made with natural latex material.
5.  To the full extent permitted by law, the manufacturer and/or importer declines all 

responsibility for injury resulting from the unit being used in conjunction with unapproved 

system components.

Arizant Healthcare Inc., a 3M company assumes no responsibility for the reliability, performance, or 

safety of the temperature monitoring system if the following events occur:
•  Modifications or repairs are performed by unqualified personnel.
•  The unit is used in a manner other than that described in the Operator’s Manual.
•  The unit is installed in an environment that does not meet the appropriate electrical requirements.

•  All repair, calibration, and servicing of this equipment must be performed by 3M Patient Warming. 
•  There are no user serviceable parts inside the equipment or power supply.