Fukuda Denshi DSL-8001, Service Manual

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Precautions for Safe Operation of Medical Electrical Equipment
C A U T I O N
Read the following precautions thoroughly to correctly operate the
equipment.
z
Users should have a thorough knowledge of the operation before using
this equipment.
z Pay attention to the following when installing and storing the equipment.
y Do not install or store in an area where the equipment will be subject to
splashing water.
y Do not install or store in an area where the environmental conditions,
such as atmospheric pressure, temperature, humidity, ventilation,
sunlight, dust, sodium, sulfur, will adversely affect the equipment.
y Place the equipment on a stable surface where there is no inclination,
vibration, or shock (including during transportation).
y Do not install or store in an area where chemicals are stored or gasses
are evolved.
y Verify the power frequency, voltage and allowable current (or power
consumption).
y Ensure the grounding is proper by connecting the accompanying
power cable to the hospital grade outlet.
z Before operating the equipment, verify the following items.
y Verify the power voltage.
y Check the cable connection and polarity to ensure proper operation of
the equipment.
y Make sure the power system has adequate earth ground.
y Ensure that all cables are firmly and safely connected.
y Pay special attention when the device is used in conjunction with other
equipment as it may cause erroneous judgment and danger.
y Ensure all patient connections are proper and secure.
z During operation of the equipment, verify the following items.
y Always observe the equipment and patient to ensure safe operation of
the equipment.
y If any abnormality is found on the equipment or patient, take
appropriate measures such as ceasing operation of the equipment in
the safest way for the patient.
y Do not allow the patient to come in contact with the equipment.
y Do not touch any of the signal input or output parts at the same time as
the patient.
z After using the equipment, verify the following items.
y Unplug all the cables from the patient before turning off the power.
y When unplugging the cables, do not apply excessive force by pulling
on the cable. Pull from the connector part of the cable.
y Clean the accessories and cables, and keep them together in one
place.
y Keep the equipment clean to ensure proper operation for the next use.
z
If the equipment is damaged and in need of repair, stop using the
equipment, label it “OUT OF ORDER” and contact Fukuda Denshi.
z Do not disassemble or remodel the equipment.
z Maintenance Check
y
Make sure to periodically check the equipment, accessories and
cables.
y Before reusing the equipment that has been left unused for a while,
make sure that the equipment works normally and safely.
z
To prevent patient from burn injury, verify proper attachment of patient
ground plate, ECG electrode type when using the electrosurgical knife,
and verify paste volume, output energy when using the defibrillator. Also
verify that proper ground is selected.
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