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Commercial in confidence. Information for Use Manual Revision COU-E-REV12-080920
1. WARNINGS & CAUTIONS
Important
that this manual is read in its entirety prior to the operation of the couch. The
manual is designed to ensure that users are equipped with the information required to
competently and responsibly operate the couch and its accessories.
It is recommended that the instructions for use be kept in an easily accessible place for
quick reference. If required, Arjo product specialists can provide additional training.
All warnings and cautions within this manual should be strictly adhered to. Failure to do so
could result in harm to the patient, or operator.
Warnings
highlighted throughout this manual identify possible hazards in procedures or
conditions, which if not followed correctly could result in serious injury or fatality.
Cautions
highlighted throughout this manual identify possible hazards in procedures or
conditions, which if not followed correctly could result in equipment damage or failure.
GENERAL WARNINGS
•
Electrical equipment can be hazardous if used incorrectly.
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Do not use electrically operated couches in the presence of flammable gases.
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Do not use electrically operated couches in operating theatres.
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Use the couch to support one patient only. The Prioma couch is intended for
one person use and may become unstable if used incorrectly.
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It is recommended that the couch be positioned at its lowest height when
unattended by caregivers to minimise the risk of patient injury from falls when
getting on and off the couch.
•
Residual current devices (RCD) are not supplied with the Prioma couch.
Please consult with your Biomedical Engineer/advisor concerning RCD
requirements.
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The full safe working load (SWL) of the Prioma couch is 200Kg. This includes
the mass of the patient, and any accessories fitted to the couch.
•
Do not place the power cord across the upholstered surface of the couch.
When the couch is not connected to mains power, always store the mains
power cord safely.
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Do not use accessories that are not designed or approved for use with the
Prioma couch.
WARNING
Indicates possible hazard in procedures or conditions which, if not correctly
followed, could result in death, injury or other serious adverse reactions.
CAUTION
Indicates possible hazard in procedures or conditions which, if not correctly
followed, could result in equipment damage or failure.
Explains or amplifies a procedure or condition
Indicates an optional item or feature
