SE-3 3-Channel Electrocardiograph Service Manual
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equipment log. If the device is not functioning properly or fails any of the above tests, the
device has to be repaired.
WARNING
:
Failure on the part of the responsible individual hospital or institution employing the use
of this equipment to implement a satisfactory maintenance schedule may cause undue
equipment failure and possible health hazards.
1) Main Unit
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Avoid excessive temperature, sunshine, humidity and dirt.
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Put on the dustproof coat after use and prevent from shaking violently when moving it
to another place.
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Prevent any liquid from seeping into the equipment, for it will affect the safety and
performance of electrocardiograph.
2) Patient Cable
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Integrity of patient cable, including main cable and lead wires, should be checked
regularly. And be sure that it is conductible.
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Do not drag or twist the patient cable with excessive stress while using. Hold the
connector plugs instead of the cable when connect or disconnect the patient cable.
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Align the patient cable to avoid twisting, knotting or crooking in closed angle while
using.
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Store the lead wires in bigger wheel to prevent any people from stumbling.
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Once damage or aging of the cable patient has been found, replace it with a new one
immediately.
3) Electrodes
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Electrodes must be cleansed after use and be sure there is no remainder gel on them.
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Keep the suction bulb of chest electrode from sunshine and excessive temperature.
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After long-term use, the surface of electrodes will be oxidized because of erosion and
other causes. By this time, electrodes should be replaced to achieve high-quality ECG.
CAUTION
:
The equipment should be sent to the special agencies according to local regulation for
separate collection after its useful life.