Steris InnoWave PCF Sonic Irrigator, Operator'S Manual

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1.1 Safety Precautions
The following safety precautions must be observed when operating or servicing the
equipment.
WARNING indicates potential for personal injury.
CAUTION indicates potential for damage to equipment.
For emphasis, certain safety precautions are repeated throughout this manual. It is
important to review ALL safety precautions before operating or servicing the
equipment.
Strictly following these safety precautions enhances your ability to safely and
effectively utilize the equipment and helps avoid improper operation or
maintenance that may damage the equipment or render it unsafe. It is important to
understand that these safety precautions are not exhaustive. Equipment owners
are encouraged to develop their own safety policies and procedures to enhance
and complement these safety precautions.
Serious incidents that have occurred in relation to this medical device should be
reported to the manufacturer and competent authority in the country where the
incident occurred.
WARNING — Explosion hazard
Flammable or combustible materials can cause a fire or an explosion.
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Use ONLY water or water-detergent mix in the tank.
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NEVER use flammable or combustible materials, gases, or cleaning
liquids.
WARNING — Breathing hazard
Some cleaning solutions emit harmful vapors.
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Make sure that the area is well ventilated. Use cleaning solutions ONLY in
well-ventilated areas.
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DO NOT inhale vapors.
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DO NOT permit solution vapors to exceed maximum allowable
concentrations.
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InnoWave PCF Sonic Irrigator Operator Manual