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5. SAFETY SYMBOLS AND INFORMATION
The International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) has established a set of symbols for
medical electrical equipment which classifies a connection or warning of any potential hazard.
The classifications and symbols are shown below. Save these instructions for your safety.
Degree of protection against electric shock: TYPE BF
Please observe operating instructions
General warning sign
General prohibition sign
General mandatory action sign
Caution
Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE)
The device could be sent back to the manufacturer for recycling or
proper disposal after their useful lives. Alternatively the device shall be
disposed in accordance with national laws after their useful lives.
"OFF" (only for a part of equipment)
