MEDAP 5752 4916, Operating Instructions Manual

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Introduction
How to use these operating instructions
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GA 5752 4981 GB 15
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1.2.3 Definitions
1.2.3.1 Design of safety notes
Pictogram Descriptor Text
DANGER!
Indicates a direct and immediate risk to
persons which may be fatal or result in
most serious injury.
The text for the safety note
describes the type of risk and
how to avert it.
WARNING!
Indicates a potential risk to persons or
property which may result in health hazard
or grave property damage.
CAUTION!
Indicates a potential risk to property which
may result in property damage.
Tab. 1: Design of safety notes
1.2.3.2 Structure of notes
Notes not referring to personal injury or property damage are structured as follows:
Pictogram Descriptor Reference to
NOTE
Supplementary assistance or further useful information.
ENVIRONMENT Information regarding proper disposal.
Tab. 2: Structure of notes
1.2.4 Symbols used
Symbols are attached to products, type plates and packaging.
Symbols Identification
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Labelling for products which were developed and are marketed in compliance
with the Medical Devices Directive 93/42/EEC. Class Is, Im, IIa, IIb and III
products are also marked with the identifying number for the notified body.
Labelling in compliance with the ISO 15223-1 standard.
Symbol for ‘Serial number’.
Labelling in compliance with the IEC 60601-1 standard.
Symbol for ‘Follow operating instructions’.