S E C T I O N 3
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I m p o r t a n t S a f e t y I n f o r m a t i o n
HOTLINE
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WARNINGS
WARNINGS
• Exposed conductor on MAINS power cord can cause an
electrocution hazard. Remove device from service if the MAINS
power cord has exposed wires.
• Grounding reliability can only be achieved when the MAINS
power cord is connected to a properly grounded receptacle.
Risk of electrical shock exists if the equipment is not connected
to a properly grounded receptacle.
• Do not mount the HOTLINE
®
3 Warmer more than 107cm (42")
above the floor. For convenience, 107cm (42") is indicated on
the HOTLINE
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3 Warmer power cord by a black mark. Mounting
the HOTLINE
®
3 Warmer above 107cm (42") may result in
instability of the pole and tipping.
• Ensure that the HOTLINE
®
3 Warmer clamp is screwed tightly
onto the I.V. pole. Failure to securely mount the HOTLINE
®
3
Warmer onto the I.V. pole may cause the HOTLINE
®
3 Warmer
to slide down the I.V. pole.
• Do not use the HOTLINE
®
3 Warmer if equipment or Disposable
Set malfunction is evident.
• No user-serviceable parts. All service must be performed by
Smiths Medical or competent personnel.
• No modification of this equipment is allowed.
CAUTIONS
Malfunction, failure, or damage to the device may occur if these
cautions are not followed.
• Federal (U.S.A.) law restricts this device to sale by or on the
order of a physician.
• Do not autoclave or immerse any part of the HOTLINE
®
3
Warmer in liquids, which may cause damage and improper
functioning.
• Never use organic solvents (e.g., acetone), strong acids, or
bases to clean any portion of the HOTLINE
®
3 Warmer.
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