Welch Allyn Connex Vital Signs Monitor 6000 Series, Directions For Use Manual

Page: 16 / 143

WARNING
Inaccurate measurement risk. Dust and particle ingress can affect the
accuracy of blood pressure measurements. Use the monitor in clean environments
to ensure measurement accuracy. If you notice dust or lint build-up on the monitor's
vent openings, have the monitor inspected and cleaned by a qualified service
technician.
WARNING
Liquids can damage electronics inside the monitor. Prevent liquids
from spilling on the monitor.
If liquids are spilled on the monitor:
1. Power down the monitor.
2. Disconnect the power plug.
3. Remove battery pack from the monitor.
4. Dry off excess liquid from the monitor.
Note If liquids possibly entered the monitor, remove the monitor from use
until it has been properly dried, inspected, and tested by qualified
service personnel.
5. Reinstall battery pack.
6. Power on the monitor and verify that the monitor functions normally before using it.
If liquids enter the printer housing:
1. Power down the monitor.
2. Disconnect the power plug.
3. Remove battery pack from the monitor.
4. Remove and discard the paper roll.
5. Clean and dry the inside of the printer housing.
Note The printer housing has a drain tube that directs liquids down and
out the bottom of the monitor. If liquids possibly entered other
openings in the monitor, remove the monitor from use until it has
been properly dried, inspected, and tested by qualified service
personnel.
6. Install a new roll of paper.
7. Power on the monitor and verify that the monitor functions normally before using it.
WARNING Safety risk. Damaged cords, cables, and accessories can affect
patient and operator safety. Never lift the monitor by the power supply cord or
patient connections. Routinely inspect the AC power cord, blood pressure cuff,
SpO2 cable, and other accessories for strain relief wear, fraying, or other damage.
Replace as necessary.
WARNING
Fire and explosion hazard. Do not operate the monitor in the presence
of a flammable anesthetic mixture with air, oxygen, or nitrous oxide; in oxygen-
enriched environments; or in any other potentially explosive environment.
WARNING
Fire and shock hazard. Only connect LAN cables contained within the
perimeter of a single building. Conductive LAN cables spanning multiple buildings
may introduce fire or shock hazards unless they are fitted with fiber optic cables,
lightning arrestors, or other applicable safety features.
WARNING The monitor may not function properly if dropped or damaged. Protect
it from severe impact and shock. Do not use the monitor if you notice any signs of
damage. Qualified service personnel must check any monitor that is dropped or
damaged for proper operation before putting the monitor back into use.
10 About warnings and cautions Welch Allyn Vital Signs Monitor 6000 Series™