SD3 Series Ultrasonic Pocket Doppler User Manual Safety Guide
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WARNING
23 The rechargeable batteries should be charged by using the dedicated charger
supplied by the manufacturer.
24 If the rechargeable batteries are stored alone and not used for a long time, we
recommend that the batteries should be charged at least once every 6 months to
prevent overdischarge.
25 Replacement of the battery or charging the battery shall be done at least 1.5 meters
away from patients.
26 The device shall only be used when the battery cover is closed.
27 If the Doppler is not used for a long time, please remove the battery and store it as
required.
28 If the liquid leak from the battery spills onto your skin or clothes, wash well with fresh
water immediately.
29 If the liquid leak from the battery gets into eyes, do not rub the eyes. Wash them well
with clean water and see a doctor immediately.
30 Keep away from fire immediately when leakage or foul odor is detected.
31 Batteries have life cycles. The alkaline batteries are intended to be used once. If the
time that the Doppler using NI-MH battery or lithium battery become much shorter
than usual, the battery life is at an end. Replace alkaline or NI-MH batteries with
those of identical specifications provided by the manufacturer or purchased locally.
Replace lithium batteries with only those provided by the manufacturer.
32 Stop using the battery if abnormal heat, odor, discoloration, deformation or abnormal
condition is detected during use, charge, or storage. Please dispose it according to
the local regulations.
33 Do not immerse, throw, or wet the battery in water/seawater.
34 Do not connect any equipment or accessories that are not approved by the
manufacturer or that are not IEC 60601-1 approved to the device. The operation or
use of non-approved equipment or accessories with the device is not tested or
supported, and device operation and safety are not guaranteed.
35 Using accessories other than those specified by the manufacturer may result in
increased electromagnetic emissions or decreased electromagnetic immunity of the
device.
36 The device should not be used adjacent to or stacked with other equipment and that
if adjacent or stacked use is necessary, the device should be observed to verify
normal operation in the configuration in which it will be used.
37 The medical electrical equipment needs to be installed and put into service
according to the EMC Information provided in this user manual.
38 Portable and mobile RF communications equipment can affect medical electrical
equipment, refer to section A3.4 Recommended Separation Distances.
39 Do not service or maintain the device or any accessory which is in use with a patient.