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Alpha - Instructions for Use
the device and contact Vitalograph support. In case of leaking ensure the
electrolyte does not get in the eyes or touch skin. If electrolyte gets into the
eyes flush the area immediately with water for 15 minutes and seek medical
attention. If it gets on the skin wash the affected area immediately and
seek medical attention. Do not inhale the leaked material, leave the area
immediately and allow the battery to cool and any material to dissipate.
18. To isolate the device from the mains supply, remove the 12V Power Supply
from the mains wall socket. When charging the device via the 12V Power
Supply do not position the Power Supply where it is difficult to unplug from
the socket.
19. The paper tear bar has sharp edges to allow the printouts to be removed
cleanly. Once the printer door is closed the paper tear bar is covered. Users
should take care with their fingers when replacing the paper roll. When
disassembled for cleaning the flowhead and base have exposed edges.
Once assembled the edges are covered. The user should take care with
their fingers when assembling or disassembling the flowhead
20. The internal (thermal) printout will fade over time when exposed to light or
heat. If a permanent record is required, photocopy the thermal printout or
send the report to the Device Studio Utility.
21.
Use of accessories and cables other than those specified or provided by
Vitalograph for this equipment could result in increased electromagnetic
emissions or decreased electromagnetic immunity of the device and result
in improper operation.
22.
Non-medical equipment must be kept outside the subject environment
i.e. any area in which intentional or unintentional contact between the
subject and parts of the system, or some other persons touching part of the
system, can occur.
23.
Portable RF communications equipment (including peripherals such as
antenna cables and external antennas) should be used no closer than
30 cm (12 inches) to any part of the device, including cables specified by
Vitalograph. Otherwise, degradation of the performance of this equipment
could result.
24.
Use of this equipment adjacent to or stacked with other equipment should
be avoided because it could result in improper operation. If such use is
necessary, this equipment and the other equipment should be observed to
verify that they are operating normally.
25. The applied part is the Flowhead. This along with the BVF, are the contact
points for the subject during a spirometry session. There are no adverse
effects if the subject comes into contact with any other part of the device.
