Operating Instructions
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GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
SPOK21 is a communications unit for non-speaking persons. It renders communication
possible by means of converting entered and stored texts into speech.
Warning signs and Symbols
Attention, observe the accompanying papers! Read
these operating instructions carefully prior to initiation
Do not dispose with household waste.
Your local disposal centre will handle the
recycling of a unit no longer useful
Application part, Type B
Protection category II
Safety Instructions
The unit is protected from the top against humidity and moisture. Splash water
from below can impair functioning of the unit.
Place the unit on a smooth, level surface.
Only connect the power unit to a properly installed socket.
Ensure that other persons can not fall over dangling cables.
No electro-magnetic or other influences are known of, which may arise between
the SPOK21 unit and other units.
Batteries and electronic units contain materials hazardous to the environment.
They must be disposed of accordingly at the end of their useful life (electronic
waste, special waste, battery recycling).
The user must not touch the signal inlet and outlet (plug-in connection) and the
patient at the same time.
You must only connect units to the plug-in connections of SPOK21 which fulfil the
medical product guidelines (EN60601-1)
No electrical voltage may be fed to the plug-in connections of SPOK21
(irrespective of the respective units intended), which exceed protective low
voltage (25VAC, 60VDC).
If repair is needed, please return the unit to the manufacturer. You will find the
address on the final page of these instructions.
