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2.0 For your safety
The safety of the ATMOS S 201 Thorax complies with the accepted standards of technology and
the guidelines of the German Medical Devices Act.
2.1 General safety instructions
Familiarise yourself with the device in good time so that you are capable of operating it at any
time.
Never operate the device if it shows any obvious safety defects.
Only a fully functional product meets the safety requirements of users, patients and third
parties. Therefore, please observe the following instructions on your product:
2.2 Danger for users, patients, and third parties
WARNING
Electric shock due to unsuitable mains power connection, incorrect handling of the
product or damage to product components.
Burns, cardiac arrhythmias and even fatal injury are possible.
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Do not operate the device if it has been dropped. In this case, clean and disinfect the device
and send it to ATMOS for repair.
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If the device has fallen: Check the device for visible damage. A leakage test is recommended. If
the leakage test fails or the housing is damaged, the device is defective and must not be
operated. In this case, clean and disinfect the device and send it to ATMOS for repair.
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Prior to each use, check for damage to the device and the power cable. Do not operate the
device if you notice any damage. In this case, clean and disinfect the device and send it to
ATMOS for repair.
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Damaged cables must be replaced.
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You can only disconnect the device from the power supply by pulling out the power plug.
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Position the device so that it can always be disconnected from the power supply easily.
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When disconnecting the device from the mains power supply, pull the power plug first and
then the device plug.
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Disconnect the device from the mains power supply before cleaning or disinfecting it.
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Never touch the plug or power cable with wet hands.
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Never immerse the device in water or other liquids.
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Do not take a shower / bath with the device!
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The device is not sterilisable.
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Use the power cable only in dry surroundings. The surroundings must be non-conductive.
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Do not allow liquids (such as disinfectants or secretion) to enter the device or power cable.
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Ensure that no liquid enters the device. If liquid gets into the device, operation of the device
must cease immediately. In this case, clean and disinfect the device and send it to ATMOS for
repair or an authorised service partner.
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If disinfectant has penetrated the device, then it must be dried thoroughly and subsequently
an efficiency control must be conducted. A check should be carried out to see whether the
target vacuum is reached when the system is closed and whether a flow > 10 l/min is
established after a while when the system is open. If not, it must not be operated until it has
been checked by an authorised service partner or ATMOS Service centre.
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Only use original accessories and original spare parts from ATMOS. This applies to the power
cable in particular.
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Follow the instructions regarding periodic tests in chapter ‘9.0 Maintenance and service’ on
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Assembly, new settings, alterations, extensions, and repairs may only be carried out by
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