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Chapter 2:
Safety
The information presented in this section is important for the safety of both the patient and operator and also
serves to enhance equipment reliability. This chapter describes how the terms Danger, Warning, Caution,
Important and Note are used throughout the manual. In addition, standard equipment symbols are defined.
General Information
General Use
If any equipment is cold to the touch or below ambient temperature, allow it to stabilize to ambient temperature
before use.
To ensure patient safety, use only parts and accessories manufactured or recommended by GE Medical Systems
Information Technologies. Parts and accessories used shall meet the requirements of IEC 60601-1.
Disposable devices are intended for single use only. They should not be reused.
Periodically and whenever the integrity of the equipment is in doubt, test all functions as indicated under the
“Chapter 4: Installation and Setup” on page 19
.
Refer to the “Maternal/Fetal Monitoring Operator’s Manual” for information concerning the limitations of internal
and external fetal heart rate monitoring techniques.
Responsibility of the Manufacturer
GE Medical Systems Information Technologies (hereafter Information Technologies) is responsible for the effects
on safety, reliability and performance if:
• Assembly operations, extensions, readjustments, modifications, or repairs are carried out by persons
authorized by Information Technologies.
•
The electrical installation of the relevant room complies with appropriate regulations.
•
The equipment is used in accordance with the instructions for use.