Safety precautions • 13
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Preventing electric shock
WARNING!
Electric shock
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Set up devices which can be operated with the electricity supply so
that the power supply socket is within easy reach and the power
supply can be disconnected quickly.
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Ensure that your local power supply matches the details on the
device.
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Connect this device only to a power supply with a protective earth
facility.
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Do not connect the device to a power supply network if there is any
uncertainty about whether the protective earth is functioning. In this
case, use the device exclusively in rechargeable battery mode.
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Do not connect the device to sockets that are switched by an on/off
switch or a dimmer.
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Never touch the power supply cable with wet hands.
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Do not use extension cables or power strips.
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Make sure that cables are not pinched or damaged by sharp edges.
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Make sure that cables do not come into contact with hot objects.
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Do not operate the device at an altitude of more than 3000 m above
sea level.
Prevent injuries and infections
WARNING!
Injury from falls
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Ensure that the device is positioned firmly and level.
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Route connecting cables (if present) in such a way that neither user
nor patient can trip over them.
WARNING!
Risk of infection
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Before and after every measurement, wash your hands to reduce
the risk of cross-contamination and nosocomial infections.
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Hygienically reprocess the device regularly as described in the
respective section in this document.
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Make sure that the patient has no infectious diseases.
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Make sure that the patient has no open wounds or infectious skin
alterations, which may come into contact with the device.
