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Important information regarding Electro Magnetic Compatibility
With the increased number of electronic devices such as PC’s and mobile (cellular) telephones, medical
devices in use may be susceptible to electromagnetic interference from other devices. Electromagnetic
interference may result in incorrect operation of the medical device and create a potentially unsafe situation.
Medical devices should also not interfere with other devices.
In order to regulate the requirements for EMC (Electro Magnetic Compatibility) with the aim to prevent unsafe
product situations, the IEC 60601-1-2 standard has been implemented. This standard defines the levels of
immunity to electromagnetic interferences as well as maximum levels of electromagnetic emissions for
medical devices.
This medical device manufactured by Homedics conforms to this IEC 60601-1-2 standard for both immunity
and emissions.
Nevertheless, special precautions need to be observed:
Do not use mobile (cellular) telephones and other devices, which generate strong electrical or
electromagnetic fields, near the medical device. This may result in incorrect operation of the unit and create a
potentially unsafe situation.
Recommendation is to keep a minimum distance of 7 m. Verify correct operation of the device in case the
distance is shorter.
CB-200-CA needs special precautions regarding EMC and needs to be installed and put into service according
to the EMC information provided in the ACCOMPANYING DOCUMENTS.
Portable and mobile RF communications equipment can affect CB-200-CA.
WARNING that the use of accessories, transducers and cables other than those supplied with the exception of
the transducers and cables sold by the manufacturer of the CB-200-CA as replacement parts for internal
components, may result in increased EMISSIONS or decreased IMMUNITY of CB-200-CA.
WARNING the CB-200-CA should not be used adjacent to or stacked with other equipment.
Equipment not suitable for use in the presence of a flammable anaesthetic mixture with air or with oxygen or
nitrous oxide.
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