3 Important safety information
ASTOTHERM PLUS Instructions for Use
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3 Important safety information
These Instructions for Use indicate and define the following safety information:
DANGER
DANGER indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in
death or serious injury.
WARNING
WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in
death or serious injury.
CAUTION
CAUTION indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in
minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE
NOTICE indicates a property damage message.
3.1 Dangers
DANGER
Risk of explosion!
Do not use the ASTOTHERM PLUS in an environment at risk of explosion or in
the presence of flammable anesthetics.
3.2 Warnings
WARNING
Risk of injury!
Use of the ASTOTHERM PLUS must be carried out under the supervision of
a physician.
Read and observe all instructions, stickers, and accompanying document-
ation enclosed with the medical device. Failure to observe the instructions,
including warnings and safety information, can result in incorrect handling,
patient injury, injury to users or medical personnel, damage to the device, or
material damage.
Operate and service this equipment only in accordance with the procedures
described in these instructions and with the applicable standards, rules, and
guidelines. The manufacturer shall not be responsible for the safety of users
or patients if any actions/procedures other than those published are carried
out during operation, servicing, or recurrent tests.
