Phipps & Bird Portable Dialysate Warmer
Phipps & Bird · Model Portable Dialysate Warmer
The Phipps & Bird Portable Dialysate WarmerTM for Continuous Ambulatory Peritoneal Dialysis Patients At home. At work. On the go. The P&B Portable Dialysate Warmer lets you warm your Dialysate solution practically anywhere there's electricity - even in your car. The P&B Portable Warmer looks like an ordinary nylon briefcase, but it's actually a complete, self-contained Dialysate warmer. Designed for everyday use, it provides reliable, even heating of Dialysate solution bags, from 1.5 to 3 liters. The P&B Portable Warmer's built-in heater is controlled by two automatic thermostats - there's nothing to adjust, and no danger of overheating. On average, you can warm a bag of solution from room temperature to body temperature in about ninety minutes. There's even an indicator light that switches off to let you know the solution is ready, and an insulated chamber to keep the solution warm after heating. Power cords for both house current and automobile cigarette lighters are included, and there's an inside pouch for easy storage when the cords aren't in use. There's also an outside pocket to store your extra Y-sets and other supplies. The P&B Portable Warmer, which is being marketed with permission from the FDA, comes with complete instructions, a 100% Satisfaction Guarantee and a One Year Limited Warranty. Color selections include.
Key tips
- ·Never skip temperature-accuracy verification to save time - it's the one check that directly prevents burns.
- ·Hose/blanket connector wear is the most common real fault and the easiest to miss on a quick visual check.
Typical Failure Modes
Compiled for this model from its own documentation and established engineering knowledge for this equipment class - not from a verified service record. Confirm against the manufacturer's service manual.
Fluid / blood not reaching target temperature
HighSymptoms: Output below target, low-temperature alarm, slow warm-up.
Root cause: Heater plate(s) or the heater-control circuit, or a temperature-sensor fault.
Over-temperature alarm / shutdown
HighSymptoms: The unit disables heating with an over-temperature condition (protects against haemolysis).
Root cause: Sensor or control fault driving the heater high, or an extreme flow-rate change.
Air-detector / bubble-trap alarm (rapid infusers)
MediumSymptoms: Air-in-line alarm, flow stops.
Root cause: Air in the set, an improperly primed set, or an air-detector fault.
Disposable-set detection / fitting fault
MediumSymptoms: Set not detected, will not clamp / seat, leaks at the warming chamber.
Root cause: Worn set-detection switch or chamber fitting.
Flow / pressure fault (rapid infusers)
MediumSymptoms: Cannot reach set flow, pressure alarm.
Root cause: Pump / roller fault or an occlusion.
Serviceable Parts & Consumables
Serviceable items for this model, compiled from its documentation and engineering knowledge for this equipment class. Service class and relative cost are estimates, not manufacturer figures; no part numbers are given. Confirm intervals and pricing against the manufacturer.
Heater plate(s) / heater-control assembly
Class Periodic replacementRel. cost $$$R&R Moderate
Temperature sensor
Class Major service partRel. cost $$R&R Moderate
Air-detector / bubble sensor
Class Major service partRel. cost $$R&R Moderate
Set-detection switch / chamber fitting
Class Periodic replacementRel. cost $$R&R Fairly easy
Disposable warming set
Class ConsumableRel. cost $R&R Easy
| Part | Service class | Relative cost | R&R difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heater plate(s) / heater-control assembly | Periodic replacement | $$$ | Moderate |
| Temperature sensor | Major service part | $$ | Moderate |
| Air-detector / bubble sensor | Major service part | $$ | Moderate |
| Set-detection switch / chamber fitting | Periodic replacement | $$ | Fairly easy |
| Disposable warming set | Consumable | $ | Easy |
Relative cost: $ lowest · $$$$ highest service-part cost for this equipment class. Not a price.
PM Checklist
Preventive-maintenance tasks typical of this equipment class. Perform to the manufacturer's procedure and your facility's policy - this is general reference, not a schedule for this specific unit.
- ·Hose / blanket connector inspection
- ·Temperature-accuracy verification
- ·Annual electrical safety test
Troubleshooting Approach
A starting sequence for this model, compiled from its documentation and engineering knowledge for this equipment class. Follow the manufacturer's service documentation for the actual procedure.
Symptom: Not reaching target temperature
- Confirm the correct programme / set for the fluid type and flow rate.
- Check both heater plates warm evenly.
- Verify the output temperature against an independent reference at a representative flow.
- Replace the temperature sensor if it disagrees.
- Replace the heater plate / control assembly if output is still low.
Symptom: Over-temperature alarm
- Let the unit cool and restart.
- Compare the displayed temperature to an independent reference.
- Check for an extreme flow-rate change during use.
- Replace the temperature sensor / control board as isolated.
- Confirm stable control across the flow range before returning to service.
Typical Location
Where this class of equipment is typically deployed - general reference, not this unit's own placement record.
- Operating Room
- PACU
- Emergency Department
- Labor & Delivery
- NICU
Documents & Manuals
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