Tub operation, Water temperature setting – Invacare 3600XL User Manual
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SECTION 3—OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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Tub Operation
ƽ WARNING
DO NOT stand in tub. Tub surfaces are slippery when wet. Serious injury may
occur.
Before immersing the resident or operating the shower/massage wand, check that
the water temperature is between 95° F and 105° F (35° C and 41° C) to avoid
scalding the resident.
Disinfect the tub after each use to avoid resident contamination.
Water Temperature Setting
ƽ WARNING
ALWAYS hand test the incoming water temperature and the water temperature in
the tub before immersing the resident. Failure to do so may result in a scalding injury.
The causes, symptoms, and effects of hyperthermia may be described as follows:
Hyperthermia occurs when the internal temperature of the body reaches a level
several degrees above the normal body temperature of 98.6° F. The symptoms of
hyperthermia include an increase in the internal temperature of the body, dizziness,
lethargy, drowsiness, and fainting. The effects of hyperthermia include:
•Failure to perceive heat
•Failure to recognize the need to exit the spa or hot tub
•Unawareness of impending hazard
•Fetal damage in pregnant women
•Phyical inability to exit the spa or hot tub
•Unconsciousness resulting in the danger of drowning
The use of alcohol, drugs, or medication can greatly increase the risk of fatal hyper-
thermia.
NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 3.3.
Flow Water Thermometer ‐ measures the
temperature of water coming from the tub
fill spout or shower/massage wand.
Water Temperature Control Valve ‐ sets
and maintains constant temperature for all
incoming water.
FIGURE 3.3 Water Temperature Setting
Water Temperature Valve
Flow Water Thermometer