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Chapter 1 - Get Started COSMED srl
Software Updates Security
All software for Q-NRG metabolic monitors is completely designed and built by COSMED. There are no separate
user-updatable software components from other manufacturers.
COSMED authorized software updates for Q-NRG, including any potential cyber security updates, are communicated
via the Engineering Change Notice Process which is a part of the COSMED Quality System. The availability of SW
updates is published on the COSMED web site,
www.cosmed.com .
The installation procedure for software updates is described in the Instruction For Use of the specific product.
Battery (Safety, Storage and Transportation)
Due to increasing safety concerns raised by the aviation industry, the IATA regulations governing the shipping of
Lithium Batteries have been tightened and airlines consequently have enforced these regulations. Please note that
the safe transportation of such contents by air and the full compliance to IATA regulations is the legal responsibility
of the Shipper. IATA has produced a guide to help Shippers understand and comply with the regulations (
http://
www.iata.org/ ).
1. Do not open or dismantle batteries.
2. Do not expose batteries to heat or fire. Avoid storage in direct sunlight.
3. Do not crush, disassemble, puncture the connector terminals.
4. Do not short-circuit a battery.
5. Do not store batteries haphazardly in a box or drawer where they may short-circuit each other or be short-
circuited by other metal objects.
6. Do not remove a battery from its original packaging until required for use.
7. Do not subject batteries to mechanical shock.
8. In the event of a battery leaking, do not allow the liquid to come in contact with the skin or eyes. If contact
has been made, wash the affected area with copious amounts of water and seek medical advice.
9. Observe the plus (+) and minus (–) marks on battery and equipment and ensure correct use.
10. Do not use batteries of different manufacture, capacity, size or type in this device.
11. Keep batteries out of the reach of children.
12. Keep batteries clean and dry.
13. Secondary batteries need to be charged before use.
14. Only use the battery in the application for which it was intended.
15. Do not store batteries longer than 1 month in discharged state.
16. Do not store batteries longer than 1 year without recharge.
The Li-Ion rechargeable battery installed in the device can be removed as described later in this manual.
Battery must be removed and safely stored when it is not used for an extended period (more than 6 months).
Recommendation for storage: Store the battery below 20°C, low humidity, no dust and no corrosive gas
atmosphere. Store the battery with a state of charge between 40-60%.
Recycling: Recycle batteries according to national and local regulations. Contact your local representative for
assistance. The batteries must be disposed only in a discharged state at the collection center. In case of not fully
discharged batteries, provide for a risk against short circuits. Short circuits can be prevented by isolating the
terminals with tape.