10 Safety Information
Vivo 40 users manual
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2.3 Environmental Conditions
• Do not use the Vivo 40 in any toxic environment.
• Do not use the Vivo 40 in environments where there are explosive gases or
other flammable anesthetic agents present.
• If a room humidifier is used, place it at least 2 metres away from the
Vivo 40.
• The performance of the Vivo 40 may deteriorate at ambient temperatures
below 5°C (41°F) and above 38°C (100°F).
• Do not use the Vivo 40 while positioned in a warm place, such as direct
sunlight.
• The device complies with the EMC requirements of standards. Measures
should include but not be limited to:
– normal precautions with regard to relative humidity and conductive char-
acteristics of clothing in order to minimize the build-up of electrostatic
charges.
– avoiding the use of radio emitting devices closer than 1 m to the Vivo 40.
Examples include: radio emitting devices such as cellular or cordless tele-
phones, microwave ovens and high-frequency surgery apparatus.
• The Vivo 40, all accessories and replacement parts must be disposed of in
accordance with the local environmental regulations regarding the disposal
of used equipment and waste.
• The performance of the Vivo 40 and treatment of the patient may deterio-
rate if the operation conditions in “Technical Specifications” on page 61
are not fulfilled. Do not use the Vivo 40 immediately after storage or trans-
port outside the recommended operating conditions.
