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1. General Safety Information
This section contains important safety information related to general use of the IRT10
wireless thermometer. Other important safety information appears throughout the manual
Important! Before using this equipment, please study this manual carefully and
familiarise yourself with the controls, display features and operating techniques.
Ensure each user fully understands the safety and operation of the unit, as
misuse may cause damage to the unit or injury to the user or patient.
1.1 Warnings / Cautions
General warning / caution
Refer to Instructions for Use
WARNING: Check the equipment prior to use and ensure its safe and
proper use.
WARNING: Before use, carefully read directions for use, including all
warnings, cautions, and instructions.
WARNING: If the battery shows any signs of damage, leakage, or
cracking, it must be replaced immediately, by a quali
fi
ed service person,
and only with a battery approved by the manufacturer.
WARNING: The monitor is intended only as an adjunct in patient
assessment. It must be used in conjunction with clinical
signs and
symptoms.
WARNING: It is possible that any radio frequency transmitting
equipment and other sources of electrical noise such as cellular
phones, due to close proximity or strength of a source, may result in
disruption of performance.
CAUTION: U.S. Federal law restricts this device to sale by or on the
order of a licensed healthcare practitioner.
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