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ALADDIN
- User manual Rev. 19 EN of 10/07/2019
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4 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
4.1 General
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ALADDIN HW3.0 should be used only for its intended purposes as detailed in this manual.
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It must be installed by qualified personnel.
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The device must be used in the environmental conditions as specified in this document.
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The least favorable environment is defined as the maximum values of temperature for the unit to be
operating in, while the unit is consuming the maximum current. The environmental value is stated as
+40°C. The maximum current absorption occurs during full biometry acquisition.
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The maximum temperature of applied parts (chinrest and headrest) can exceed 41°C when the device is
used at environmental temperature close to 40°C. The device temperature doesn’t exceed 48°C anyway.
Considering the examination duration, the patient condition and the parts that are in contact with the
patient, there aren’t any known contraindications about to the contact with the device.
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If the device has just been delivered or has been subjected to thermal shock, wait at least one
hour before making measurements on patients.
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Keep this manual at hand close to the device at all times.
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The physician or device user must inform the patient of the pertinent safety instructions and
ensure that they are adhered to.
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Connect the device to the supply mains using one of the cables supplied with the device
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Position the unit so that it is not difficult to disconnect the plug for connection to the supply main.
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Perform all the control functions (detailed in the relative section in this document) before carrying
out measurements on patients. In addition, if software interface shows an “Initializing error” warning,
don’t go on with measurements. Also “Low repeatability of measure” warning originates a wrong IOL
calculation.
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Only personnel with the appropriate training and experience may use the device and interpret the
results.
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Use of the device requires training and professional skills. The scholastic and cultural preparation of the
user and the User Manual reading are enough as training.
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Turn off the device if it is not going to be used for a long period of time.
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If external forces act on the device (e.g. if it is knocked or dropped), it must be thoroughly checked
before proceeding to examine patients. To do this, refer to the relative section in this manual. If
necessary, send the device in for repair.
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Use only original ALADDIN HW3.0 accessories and spare parts specific for this device.
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Remove all the covering (dust sheet) from the device before turning it on.
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Do not use the device close to highly inflammable materials or in areas with an explosion hazard.
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Unauthorized installation of software in the device is forbidden.
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After the examination, the patient may be slightly dazed. It is recommended to advise the patient
to wait a few minutes before driving or performing actions that require perfect vision.