Appendix A Appendix
A.1 Customer Service, Maintenance, Service
The manufacturer is responsible only for the original security relevant properties of the instrument. The in-
strument must be used in conformance with the operating instructions.
The instrument must exclusively be maintenanced by service personnel authorised by PHYSIOMED
ELEKTROMEDIZIN AG. A certification must be obtained from the service personnel about the type and ex-
tent of the work, possibly with information relating to the modifications in the rated data or the work
range. The certification must also contain the date of execution as well as company name and signature.
Defective components which influence the safety of the instrument must be replaced by original parts.
Parts lists and service instructions can be made available to qualified service personnel of the user on re-
quest.
Instrument and accessories must regulary be serviced. The defined safety-relevant inspection dates are lis-
ted in the manufacturer's recommendations (see
Manufacturer's Recommendations
on page 21).
A.2 Cleaning and Disinfection
Clean the device and the accessories regularly with an aldehyde-based disinfectant. Switch off the instru-
ment by any means before cleaning and disconnect the power lead!
Use a soft sponge cloth for cleaning. Ensure that no liquid substances penetrate into the instrument!
For the applicator, use a new or disinfected oscillator head for each patient. Clean, disinfect or sterilise the
applicator handhold regularly. The clamping ring, oscillator plate and handhold are resistant against disin-
fecting agents and can be sterilised up to 135°C.
Important
All parts of the oscillator head must be absolutely dry before using them next time!
A.3 Service Life and Disposal
Due to legislation, the service life of this medical product has a limit of 10 years. The membranes have a
service live of two years.
The instrument has to be disposed of in compliance with the legal regulation. Pay special
attention to the applicable regulations for environment protection.
Please contribute to environment protection by not putting used instruments into your do-
mestic waste.
PHYSIOMED ELEKTROMEDIZIN AG
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