GE HEALTHCARE B20, User'S Reference Manual

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B40/B20 Patient Monitor
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Medical electrical equipment needs special precautions regarding electromagnetic
compatibility, EMC, and needs to be installed and put into service according to the EMC
information provided in the "Technical Reference Manual" by qualified personnel.
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Portable and mobile RF communications equipment can affect the medical electrical
equipment.
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The equipment is suitable for use in the presence of electrosurgery. Please notice the
possible limitations in the parameter sections and in
"Technical specification" on page 2-
15.
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Service and repairs are allowed for authorized service personnel only.
ESD precautionary procedures
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To avoid electrostatic charges to build up, it is recommended to store, maintain and use
the equipment at a relative humidity of 30% or greater. Floors should be covered by ESD
dissipative carpets or similar. Non-synthetic clothing should be used when working with
the component.
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To prevent applying a possible electrostatic discharge to the ESD sensitive parts of the
equipment, one should touch the metallic frame of the component or a large metal object
located close to the equipment. When working with the equipment and specifically when
the ESD sensitive parts of the equipment may be touched, a grounded wrist strap
intended for use with ESD sensitive equipment should be worn. Refer documentation
provided with the wrist straps for details of proper use.
ESD precautionary procedure training
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It is recommended that all potential users receive an explanation of the ESD warning
symbol and training in ESD precautionary procedures.
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The minimum content of an ESD precautionary procedure training should include an
introduction to the physics of electrostatic charge, the voltage levels that can occur in
normal practice and the damage that can be done to electronic components if they are
touched by an operator who is electrostatically charged. Further, an explanation should
be given of methods to prevent build-up of electrostatic charge and how and why to
discharge one’s body to earth or to the frame of the equipment or bond oneself by means
of a wrist strap to the equipment or the earth prior to making a connection.
Disposal
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At the end of lifetime, the product and its accessories must be disposed of in compliance
with the guidelines regulating the disposal of such products. If you have questions
concerning disposal of the product, please contact your local GE representatives.