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Triton® Traction Unit
2 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
2.2 PRECAUTIONARY INSTRUCTIONS (continued)
Do not remove the cover. This may cause unit
damage, malfunction, electrical shock, fire, or
personal injury. There are no user-serviceable parts
inside the unit. If a malfunction occurs, discontinue
use immediately, disconnect the Mains Power Cord
from the outlet, and consult the dealer for repair
service.
Do not use sharp objects such as a pencil point or
ballpoint pen to operate the buttons on the LCD
base as damage may result.
Do not permit any foreign materials or liquids
to enter the unit. Take care to prevent any
foreign materials including, but not limited to,
inflammables, water, and metallic objects from
entering the unit. These may cause unit damage,
malfunction, electrical shock, fire, or personal
injury.
Do not disassemble, modify, or remodel the
unit or accessories. This may cause unit damage,
malfunction, electrical shock, fire, or personal
injury.
Do not use the traction unit near devices such as
X-ray units or diathermy units. These units may
emit high frequency noise that may affect the
operation of the unit.
Failure to use and maintain the traction unit and
its accessories in accordance with the instructions
outlined in this manual will render the warranty
void.
In the event of a loss of power to the unit or
when quick release is needed, traction tension
should only be released by having the patient
move towards the traction head to release the
tension on the rope. Once the tension on the rope
has been released, loosen the patient harness
adjustment straps.
The tool, lubrication, and locking compound
requirements listed are critical to component
removal and replacement of the unit.
The hardware, bolts, nuts, and screws used to
assemble the Triton are SAE and Metric. Therefore,
it will be necessary to obtain both SAE and Metric
tools for removal and replacement of components.
The lubricant and locking compound listed are
crucial in the assembly of certain components to
ensure patient safety and efficient operation of the
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Use of controls or adjustments or performance of
procedures other than those specified herein may
result in a hazardous traction related injury.
Before connecting the unit to an electrical outlet,
make certain the unit is electrically grounded by
connecting only to a grounded electrical service
receptacle conforming to the applicable national
and local electrical codes.
Do not use a damaged Mains Power Cord. Using
a damaged Mains Power Cord may cause unit
damage, malfunction, electrical shock, fire, or
personal injury. If the Mains Power Cord becomes
damaged, discontinue use immediately and contact
the dealer for replacement of the Mains Power Cord.
This device should be kept out of the reach of
children.
Always hand tighten the Lock Knob securely to
avoid any slippage.
Care must be taken when operating this unit,
adjacent to or stacked with other equipment.
Potential electromagnetic or other interference
could occur to this or other equipment. Try to
minimize this interference by not using other
equipment in conjunction with it.
In the event of a loss of power to the unit, traction
tension should only be released by gradually
lengthening the patient harness adjustment straps.
Dispose of all products in accordance with local and
national regulations and codes.
In the event that an Error message or Warning
appears beginning with a 2 or 3, immediately stop
all use of the system and contact the dealer or
Chattanooga Group for service. Errors and Warnings
in these categories indicate an internal problem
with the unit that must be tested by Chattanooga
Group or a Field Service Technician certified by
Chattanooga Group before any further operation or
use of the unit. Use of a unit that indicates an Error
or Warning in these categories may pose a risk of
injury to the patient, user, or may cause extensive
internal damage to the unit.
Unit failing Dielectric Withstand and/or Leakage
Tests could indicate serious internal problems.
DO NOT place the back into service! Send unit to
factory for repair! DO NOT attempt to repair the unit
in the field!
Unplug the unit from the power source before
attempting removal or replacement procedures to
prevent electrical shock.
When performing Unit Calibration Procedure, the
Calibration Fixture Load Cell must be set to US lbs.
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B. Warnings