Fukuda CardiMax 2, Service Manual

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Preface Reminders to Use the Equipment Safely
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Disposing the Equipment
WARNING
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When disposing of this device and accessories, commission disposal to a specialist waste
disposal contractor.
Cleaning and Disinfection
Electrodes, Lead Cables
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Disinfect the electrodes and lead cables between uses by wiping with cotton or a cloth soaked in an alcohol
solution.Then, wipe with a soft cloth.
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Infection can occur via electrodes. The electrodes must therefore always be kept clean by cleaning and
disinfecting.
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Do not reuse disposable electrodes designed for single use. This may cause infection.
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Do not heat-disinfect the electrodes with water, steam or air.
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Use only specified cleaning fluid when cleaning the electrodes.
Main Unit
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Wipe the equipment with a cloth soaked in a household cleaning solution diluted with water.
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Do not use ether or benzin as they may damage the enclosure.
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Wipe with cotton or a cloth soaked in alcohol solution.Then, wipe with a soft cloth.
Thermal head
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Printing residue adhering to the thermal print head lowers the print quality. Use a cotton swab moistened in
alcohol to wipe away print residue.
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Never use sandpaper as it will damage the heating element.
System products
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Clean the connected equipments according to the instructions in their respective manuals.
Precautions for Safe Operation under Electromagnetic Influence
Measures to ensure Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)
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While this device complies with the IEC60601-1-2 (2007)/AC (2010) and IEC 60601-2-25 (2011) safety
standards, malfunctions may occur if there are strong electromagnetic waves nearby that exceed the limit.
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Please take the necessary countermeasures in such cases.
Effect of electromagnetic emission
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The use of mobile phones may cause malfunction. Mobile phones and radio sets should be turned OFF in the
facility where the medical device is located.
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The use of microwave therapy devices nearby or in an adjacent room may cause malfunction or damage to the
ECG. Keep these devices a sufficient distance apart according to the Guidance on Electromagnetic
Compatibility.
Effect of burst and conducted electromagnetic waves
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High frequency noise interference may occur from other devices through the power outlet. Check the source
of the noise and stop the device that is causing the noise if it is possible to do so. If it cannot be stopped, take
countermeasures to change the path of the noise, such as using a filtering device.
Malfunction due to static electricity
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