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This symbol is used to alert the reader to important safety and precautionary information. When displayed on the actual
device, it refers the user to accompanying instructions.
Please read this manual and follow its instructions carefully. The words WARNING, CAUTION and NOTE carry special meanings and
should be carefully reviewed.
WARNING:
The personal safety of the patient/user may be involved. Disregarding this information could result in injury to the
patient.
CAUTION:
These instructions point out special service procedures or precautions that must be followed to avoid damaging the
instrument.
NOTE:
This provides special information to make maintenance easier or important instructions more clear.
WARNINGS:
• Prior to each use, operate system components
and inspect for damage. DO NOT use if damage
is apparent. Take special precautions regarding
electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) when using
medical electrical equipment like the CastVac REF 996.
Install and place the CastVac REF 996 into service
according to the EMC information in this manual.
Portable and mobile RF communications equipment can
affect the function of the CastVac REF 996.
• Use only Stryker approved accessories. Other
accessories may result in increased emissions or
decreased immunity of the system. Contact your
Stryker sales representative for a complete list of
accessories. DO NOT modify any accessory. Failure
to comply may result in patient and/or operating room
staff injury.
WARNING - CAUTION - NOTE
User/Patient Safety
Important Information
• This equipment is not suitable for use in the presence
of flammable anesthetic mixture with air or with oxygen
or nitrous oxide.
• The CastVac is designed to vacuum dry material
only. Do not use the CastVac to vacuum wet material.
Used as a wet vacuum, the CastVac could present an
electrical shock hazard.
