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Safety notes
1
Operating Instruction
Responsibility of the user
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ARGUS LCM/PLUS
1 Safety notes
1.1 Responsibility of the user
1.2 Intended use
1.3 Organisational measures
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This device must only be used by qualified doctors or trained medical personnel
under their direct supervision.
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The numerical and graphical results and any interpretation given must be exam-
ined with respect to the overall clinical condition of the patient and the general re-
corded data quality.
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The indications given by this equipment are not a substitute for regular checking
of vital functions.
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Specify the competencies of the personnel for operation and repair.
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Ensure that the personnel have read and understood these operating instructions
and in particular this chapter “safety notes".
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Have damaged or missing components replaced immediately.
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The operator is responsible for compliance with all applicable accident prevention
and safety regulations.
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The ARGUS LCM/PLUS is a patient monitoring device used for the measuring of
the parameters of a patient, including ECG, SpO
2
, CO
2,
non invasive blood pres-
sure, temperature and respiration.
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The system is suitable for internal hospital transport.
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There is no danger for patients with pacemaker.
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The device is only intended for single patient use.
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Only operate the device in accordance with the specified technical data.
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The system is
not
designed for sterile use nor is it designed for outdoor use.
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Do
not
use this unit in areas where there is any danger of explosion or in the pres-
ence of flammable gases such as anaesthetic agents.
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This unit is CF classified. It is defibrillation protected only when the
SCHILLER original patient cable is used. However, as a safety precaution when
possible, remove electrodes before defibrillation.
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This product is not designed for direct cardiac application.
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Before using the unit, ensure that an introduction regarding the unit functions and
the safety precautions has been provided by a medical product representative.
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Keep these operating instructions in an accessible place for reference when re-
quired. Make sure that they are always complete and legible.
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Observe the operating instructions and maintenance instructions.
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These operating instructions do not override any statutory or local regulations, or
procedures for the prevention of accidents and environmental protection.