Storz D-ACTOR 200, Operating Manual

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General Safety Information
1 General Safety Information
1.1 Instructions for safe use
The following chapter contains all safety information that has to be followed when
working with the D-ACTOR
®
200.
WARNING!
Incorrect handling of the device.
Possibility of injuries to the patient and the operating personnel!
• Read this chapter carefully before you start using the D-ACTOR
®
200.
• Read the separate operating manuals for all devices associated
with the D-ACTOR
®
200.
1.1.1 Designated use and operational safety
In order for the user to use this device in accordance with its designated use, the user
must possess the necessary technical proficiency, and knowledge of the operating
manual.
The device is only allowed to be used for the applications described in
C
hapter
2.1.1
i
ndiCatiOns
.
• Only perform treatments approved by STORZ MEDICAL AG!
Furthermore, the device is only allowed to be operated by trained personnel who
comply with the
p
reCOnditiOns fOr OperatiOn
in C
hapter
2.2 .
All status and error messages signaled during treatment must always be attended to
without delay.
Checks and inspections prior to treatment
Before using the device, the user must make sure it is functioning safely and that it is
in proper condition.
• It is essential to perform the functional checks after switching on the D-ACTOR ® 200
before starting treatment. Read about this in
C
hapter
4.8 f
unCtiOnal CheCks
.
• Have the maintenance procedures recommended by the manufacturer carried out by
authorised personnel (see also
C
hapter
5.2 M
aintenanCe and safety CheCks
).
Protection against electrical hazard
Sources of voltage can give rise to currents as a result of body resistance which not
only flow through the patient but can also impair or even endanger the physician and
the nursing staff.
• Therefore, always connect the potential equalisation connector of the D-ACTOR
®
200 in accordance with national guidelines.
• Devices which are not medical products in accordance with EN 60601 must be set
up outside the vicinity of the patient.
• Do not touch electrical connectors while you are touching the patient.