WORLD OF MEDICINE Gamma Finder, Instructions For Use Manual

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Care and Maintenance
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6 Care and Maintenance
The GAMMA FINDER® III is not a medical device with a
measuring function within the meaning of the products lis-
ted in Appendix 2 of the Medical Device Operator Ordinance
(MPBetreibV). The GAMMA FINDER® III is not a therapy and/
or diagnostic dosimeter. Thus, the GAMMA FINDER® III is
not subject to metrological controls according to § 14 (1)
sentence 1.
Manufacturer's specifications
The manufacturer stipulates that qualified personnel or
hospital technicians must regularly test the device to assess
its functionality and technical safety. The device needs to be
serviced at least every two years.
The scope of maintenance of the GAMMA FINDER® III in-
cludes the following:
• Checking the accumulators in the GAMMA FINDER® III
• Measurement of sensitivity
• Spectroscopic quality control of the detector
• Visual inspection and cleaning of device housing
Two-year maintenance interval
An authorized service technician must inspect and service
the device at appropriate intervals to ensure the safety and
functionality of the device. The minimum service interval is
two years, depending on frequency and duration of use. If
the service interval is not maintained, the manufacturer
does not assume any liability for the functional safety of the
device.
Regular inspections will assist in early detection of possible
malfunctions. This helps preserve the device and increases
its safety and service life.
This maintenance and also repairs are only performed at
W.O.M. WORLD OF MEDICINE GmbH. Maintenance is re-
quired if the wrench icon appears at the top of the screen
when the GAMMA FINDER® III is turned on. This means the
GAMMA FINDER® III informs you that service should be con-
tacted or that the next maintenance date is exceeded.
For maintenance and repair, send the GAMMA FINDER® III
to W.O.M. WORLD OF MEDICINE GmbH Service Point.