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Vante
®
Model 4600
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5.
Radio Frequency System Safety Considerations
5.1
General Information
Vante manufactures a variety of instruments which incorporate the use of radio frequency
(RF) for sealing, welding, or forming thermoplastics. Typical uses include
biopharmaceutical tube sealing, thermoplastic welding and thermoplastic forming
processes. When in operation, these RF instruments emit radio frequency energy to
people, other instruments, and equipment located in close proximity. Current Vante RF
instruments operate at a frequency authorized by the Federal Communications
Commission (FCC) and the International Telecommunications Union (ITU) for industrial,
scientific, and medical (ISM) use. The following is an advisory regarding RF instrument
use and associated safety considerations.
5.2
RF Effects On Human Tissue
Misuse or direct contact between tissue and RF electrode(s) can result in severe RF burns.
5.3
RF Effects On Pacemakers
There is no evidence that Vante RF instruments interfere with the function of modern
cardiac pacemakers.
5.4
Electrical Safety
Vante RF devices meet or exceed appropriate electrical safety standards, and pose no
electrical shock hazard when used with properly fused and grounded outlets
5.5
RF Effects On Electronic Equipment
Vante instruments produce RF power, and during operation emit some RF energy from
the electrodes. While most modern electronic equipment and instruments provide
shielding from RF energy, improperly shielded electronic devices operating in close
proximity to an RF instrument may be affected. If interference is suspected, appropriate
electronic shielding, moving equipment further away from the RF instrument or operating
from a different electrical circuit may be necessary.
5.6
RF Effects in Potentially Explosive Atmospheres
Do not operate Vante RF instruments in any area with a potentially
explosive
atmosphere.
It is possible for the RF electrodes to arc, initiating an explosion or fire.
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