Haemonetics MCS+, Operator And Maintenance Manual

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4-2 Safety And Donor/Patient Care Precautions
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AFETY
P
RECAUTIONS
This section outlines precautions that must be taken in order to ensure safe
operation of the MCS+ device.
Storage and
Handling of
Disposables
Many plastics are sensitive to chemicals such as solvents, refrigerants, and deter-
gents. Under particularly adverse conditions of exposure to solvent vapors, the
mechanical properties of plastics may be seriously degraded.
In managing the inventory of stored disposables, apply the first-in, first-out (FIFO)
technique to minimize the length of storage for any unit.
Warning! Store all disposables in a dry, well-ventilated area
that is free from exposure to chemical vapors. Avoid contami-
nating the surface of disposable plastic components with chem-
icals by making sure that hands or gloves contacting the plastic
surface are clean and dry.
Flammable
Locations
The MCS+ device is intended to be used in locations that are free of flammable
gases and vapors.
Warning! The MCS+ device should never be used in the pres-
ence of flammable agents. Refer to National Fire Prevention As-
sociation No. 56A, pages 14 and 76.
Electrical
Shock Hazards
Inside the MCS+ device cabinet, there are various electrical terminal strips and
other components. Personal contact with any of these components while the
power is connected could result in electrical shock. Thus, the panels should not
be
removed without first turning off and unplugging the machine.
Warning! Have leakage current tested regularly.
Leakage current indicates an electrical shock hazard from direct contact with any
exposed portion of the equipment. Each instrument is carefully checked during
final inspection to verify that leakage current is less than 100 microamperes at
110 VAC and less than 500 microamperes at 220 VAC.