2. General Hazards and Safety
Measures
GME LinScan Revision 14, dated 2016-06-08
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2. General Hazards and Safety Measures
When using this medical device, the user has to take into account the general hazards described in
this chapter and observe the prescribed safety measures.
In addition to these general hazards there are additional risks that occur at various stages of use.
These are described in the chapters on these stages.
2.1 Main Hazards and Measures
Warning!
Hazard:
The use of controls
or settings or performance of proce-
dures other than those specified herein may result in the emission
of dangerous electromagnetic radiation.
Action:
Follow the instructions in this manual exactly and do not
use any other controls.
Warning!
Hazard:
Wireless communication devices, such as for example
mobile phones, portable phones or headsets can interfere with the
unit.
Action:
Wireless communication devices have to be switched off
before starting treatment.
Warning!
Hazard:
The device emits electromagnetic radiation. The effect on
cardiac pacemaker is not known. It cannot be excluded that this
radiation affects the proper functioning of the pacemaker.
Measure:
Persons with pacemakers should not be present in the
treatment room during device operation.
Warning!
Hazard:
The device emits electromagnetic radiation. The effect on
pregnant women is not known. Damage cannot be excluded.
Action:
Pregnant women must not be present in the treatment
room during device operation.
Warning!
Hazard:
Improper use may result in hazardous laser radiation be-
ing emitted uncontrolledly. This can lead to irreparable eye or skin
damage for persons present in the treatment room.
Action:
The user manual has to be read completely by the user
before using the device. The instructions contained in this manual
have to be complied with.
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