natus Photic Stimulator, User & Service Manual

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Natus Photic Stimulator User & Service Manual
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Warnings and Cautions
Important Safety Information
This equipment/system is intended for use by Healthcare professionals ONLY. Please
read this section before installing any of the hardware. Refer to this section when you
operate, transport, store, or re-install the system.
Make sure that any platform, table, cart, or other surface used during the operation,
transport, or temporary or permanent storage of the system and its components is
adequate, sturdy, and safe. XLTEK is not responsible for any injury or damage that
may result from inadequate, poorly constructed, or unapproved transports, carts, or
operating surfaces.
Never use equipment that has parts missing or equipment that might contain loose
parts inside of it (that is, inside an enclosed portion of the equipment). If you suspect a
piece of equipment has missing or loose parts, contact XLTEK.
Never place powered equipment (that is, equipment that operates with an electric
power source) on any flammable surface. Avoid this whether the equipment is active
or not.
A risk of explosion is possible if you use this device in the presence of flammable
anesthetics.
Reliable grounding requires hospital-grade receptacles and power cord.
Always perform a leakage current test and compare to allowable standards BEFORE
connecting the patient to monitoring equipment
NEVER connect a multiple portable socket outlet to the isolation transformer output
receptacles. Additional cord connected equipment may increase leakage currents and
present a hazard.
XLTEK strongly recommends that you do not open the Photic Device. It contains no
serviceable parts. If you must open the device, disconnect the line cord before you do
so.
Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) Precaution: Be sure to take the
appropriate Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) precautions. Disconnect the
cables before moving, cabling, or performing any set up procedures.
Connectors marked with the ESD protection symbol should not be touched.
This equipment/system may cause radio interference or may disrupt the operation of
nearby equipment. It may be necessary to take mitigation measures, such as
reorienting or relocating the equipment or shielding the location.
Use of cables other than those specified or sold by the manufacturer on the
equipment, may result in increased emissions or decreased immunity of the
equipment and may cause the system to be non-compliant with the requirements of
IEC 60601-1-2:2007