1.3 Safety Precautions
WARNING
and
CAUTION
messages must be observed. To avoid the possibility of injury,
observe the following precautions during the operation of the instrument.
WARNING
:
EXPLOSION HAZARD
-Do not use the in a flammable atmosphere where
concentrations of flammable anesthetics or other materials may occur.
WARNING
:
SHOCK HAZARD
-the power receptacle must be a three-wire grounded
outlet. A hospital grade outlet is required. Never adapt the three-prong
plug from the monitor to fit a two-slot outlet. If the outlet has only two
slots, make sure that it is replaced with a three-slot grounded outlet before
attempting to operate the monitor.
WARNING
:
SHOCK HAZARD
-Do not attempt to connect or disconnect a power cord
with wet hands. Make certain that your hands are clean and dry before
touching a power cord.
WARNING
: The monitor should be installed by an authorized and qualified service
engineer.
WARNING
:
SHOCK HAZARD
-Do not remove the top panel covers during operation or
while power is connected.
WARNING
: Only connect the device to Contec supplied or recommended accessories, to
avoid the injury of the doctors and patient.
WARNING
: Do not switch on device power until all cables have been properly connected
and verified.
WARNING
: Don’t touch signal input or output connector and the patient simultaneously.
WARNING
: Accessory equipment connected to the analog and digital interfaces must be
certified according to the respective IEC standards (e.g. IEC 950 for data
processing equipment and IEC 60601-1 for medical equipment). Furthermore
all configurations shall comply with the valid version of the system standard
