Mindray SynoVent E5, Operator'S Manual

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1.1.1 Dangers
There are no dangers that refer to the product in general. Specific “Danger” statements may
be given in the respective sections of this manual.
1.1.2 Warnings
WARNING
 The ventilator must only be operated and used by authorized medical personnel
well trained in the use of this product. It must be operated strictly following the
Operator’s Manual.
 To avoid the risk of electric shock, this equipment must only be connected to
supply mains with protective earth.

The equipment must be connected to a properly installed power outlet with
protective earth contacts only. If the installation does not provide for a protective
earth conductor, disconnect it from the power line.
 Use AC power source before the batteries are depleted.

To avoid explosion hazard, do not use the equipment in the presence of flammable
anesthetic agent, vapors or liquids.
 Do not place the ventilator adjacent to any barrier, which can prevent cold air
from flowing, resulting in equipment overheat.
 Do not open the equipment housings. All servicing and future upgrades must be
carried out by the personnel trained and authorized by us only.

Do not rely exclusively on the audible alarm system for patient monitoring.
Adjustment of alarm volume to a low level may result in a hazard to the patient.
Remember that alarm settings should be customized according to different patient
situations and always keeping the patient under close surveillance is the most
reliable way for safe patient monitoring.

The physiological parameters and alarm messages displayed on the screen of the
equipment are for doctor’s reference only and cannot be directly used as the basis
for clinical treatment.
 Dispose of the package material, observing the applicable waste control regulations
and keeping it out of children’s reach.

All staff should be aware that disassembling or cleaning some parts of the
ventilator can cause risk of infection.

Maintenance mode should be used only when the equipment is not connected to a
patient.