HRC Installation Instructions Vers. 001
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General Introduction
1.1
The Heidelberg Retina Camera
The Heidelberg Retina Camera (HRC) is a scanning digital
opthalmoscope for the examination of the anterior and the posterior-
segment of the eye with or without contrast or fluorescence agent. The
resulting images aid the physician in the diagnosis and the follow up of
various diseases of the anterior and the posterior-segment of the eye.
1.2
Safety Information: Cautions and Warnings
Please read this section carefully and always follow its contents!
1.2.1 General Safety Information
IMPORTANT Before you start working with the instrument, make sure that you know the
correct procedures for turning the instrument on and off (Chapter 5).
IMPORTANT Carefully read the instructions for use before operating the device. Misuse of
the device may lead to hazards for the patient or the operator or can lead to
wrong diagnostic results. Use outside the “intended use” scope may also lead
to instrument damage.
The instrument must not be used if there is a mechanical, electrical, or optical defect.
Modifications or additions lead to loss of the CE mark. Heidelberg Engineering does not
take responsibility for modified HRC devices.
Any repair, especially of the instrument's electric and electronic systems, and any service
work on the instrument components, must only be carried out by Heidelberg Engineering
or an authorized distributor.
1.2.2 Contraindications for Performing Angiography
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Always ask the patient for known allergies and compare it with the
contraindications of the contrast or dye fluid.
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Be aware of possible allergic reactions when contrast or dye fluid is injected.
WARNING The light emitted from this instrument is potentially hazardous. The
longer the duration of exposure, the greater the risk of ocular damage.
Exposure to light from this instrument when operated at maximum
intensity will exceed the safety guideline after 30 minutes.
