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Description of the ARGUS VCM monitor
Warnings
Warnings are identified by the WARNING symbol shown above.
Warnings alert the user to potential serious outcomes (death, injury, or adverse
events) to the patient or user.
WARNING: Explosion hazard. Do not use ARGUS VCM in the presence of
flammable anesthetics or gases.
WARNING: Do not spray, pour, or spill any liquid on ARGUS VCM, its accessories,
connectors, switches, or openings in the chassis.
WARNING: Do not immerse ARGUS VCM or its accessories in liquid or clean with
caustic or abrasive cleaners.
WARNING: Ensure that conductive portions of the cables do not come into contact
with any other conductive parts.
WARNING: Electrical shock hazard. Disconnect the power cord from ARGUS VCM
before attempting to open or disassemble ARGUS VCM.
WARNING: The use of accessories, transducers and cables other than those specified
may result in increased emission and/or decreased immunity of ARGUS VCM
monitor.
WARNING: Do not silence ARGUS VCM audible alarm or decrease its volume if
patient safety could be compromised.
WARNING: During safety tests, AC mains voltage will be present on the applied
part terminals. Exercise caution to avoid electrical shock hazard.
WARNING: Do not place ARGUS VCM into operation after repair or maintenance
until Performance, Safety Tests and NIBP Calibration listed in this service manual
have been performed. Failure of these tests could result in erroneous readings.
ARGUS VCM
Service Manual 1