Idmed Algiscan, User Manual

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User Manual AlgiScan 8
of neuromuscular blockade. In order not to bias the estimation of the measure of level of
neuromuscular blockade.
After taking any measurements, check the patient’s complete eyelid closure to protect
the eye from dryness and cornea alteration.
In order to prevent electromagnetic disturbance, keep minimum separation from RF
communication equipment of 30cm.
Use of this equipment adjacent to or stacked with other equipment should be avoided
because it could result in improper operation. If such use is necessary, this equipment
and the other equipment should be observed to verify that they are operating normally.
Any hardware or software modifications to the device are prohibited.
Use of accessories, transducers and cables other than those specified or
provided by the manufacturer of this equipment could result in increased electromagnetic
emissions or de-creased electromagnetic immunity of this equipment and result in improper
operation.
The electrodes will never be placed on the patient’s head or any other part of the body
that is judged to be potentially sensitive to electrical stimulation or may result in a risk of
injury to the patient.
Do not apply stimulation or place electrodes on the patient’s face and head (especially
the eyes, lips, entire neck). Do not position the electrodes on either side of the heart.
The use of the AlgiScan should not result in any significant pressure of its eyecup on the
patient’s face but only putting it in contact. If too much pressure is applied, light marks
or red patches may appear on the skin in the contact area due to pressure points. They
should remain limited and not related to an injury.
I.2 Caution
Read this manual thoroughly and attentively before using the AlgiScan.
Do not autoclave the AlgiScan or any of its components or accessories other than the eyecup.
Never submerge the appliance or any of its components in liquid, or spray it or clean it with
liquid.
The AlgiScan and its components are not compatible with sterilisation processes by gas,
radiation (gamma or other), baths, steam or heat.
Follow the instructions for cleaning and disinfecting the AlgiScan given in the “Cleaning and
Disinfection” chapter.
The AlgiScan contains a lithium-ion battery. The AlgiScan battery must never in any
circumstances be removed, modified or replaced. Any intervention on the battery
presents a risk of fire or explosion, only qualified technicians or IDMED company technicians
are competent to do such work.
After a long period of non-use (storage), recharge the battery of the AlgiScan for at least
4 hours before use. If the AlgiScan does not start when the device is picked up (motion