GE auisys cs2, User'S Reference Manual

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System operation safety
Do not use antistatic or electrically-conductive breathing
tubes or masks. They can cause burns if used near high-
frequency surgical equipment.
Explosion Hazard. Do not use this system with flammable
anesthetic agents.
Ventilator alarms indicate potential hazard conditions.
Investigate all alarms that occur to help ensure adequate
patient safety.
If an alarm occurs, safeguard the patient first before
performing troubleshooting or doing repair procedures.
Failure to safeguard the patient could result in patient
injury.
Make sure that the patient breathing circuit is correctly
assembled and that the ventilator settings are clinically
appropriate before starting ventilation. Incorrect breathing
circuit assembly and incorrect ventilator settings can
injure the patient.
Make sure that the breathing circuit is correctly
connected and not damaged. Replace the breathing
circuit if it is damaged.
Maintain sufficient fresh gas flow when using
sevoflurane.
Desiccated (dehydrated) absorbent material may
produce dangerous chemical reactions when exposed to
inhalation anesthetics. Adequate precautions should be
taken to ensure that absorbent does not dry out. Turn off
all gases when finished using the system.
Do not leave gas cylinder valves open if the pipeline
supply is in use. Cylinder supplies could be depleted,
leaving insufficient reserve supply in case of pipeline
failure.
Unplug the system power cord to run the system on the
battery power if the integrity of the protective earth
conductor is in doubt.
The top shelf weight limit is 45 kg (100 lb).
Do not subject the system to excessive shock and
vibration. Equipment damage could occur.
Do not place excessive weight on flat surfaces or
drawers. Equipment damage could occur.
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Aisys CS²
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