ASTOPAD
®
Instructions for Use
9 Getting started
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9 Getting started
WARNING
Risk of electric shock!
Before every use, check to make sure that the ASTOPAD control unit and the ap-
plied parts are undamaged.
WARNING
Risk of infection!
Use aseptic procedures.
Route the extension connection cable between the
ASTOPAD applied part and
the control unit so that it is protected from blood and bodily fluid.
Please ensure that the cables do not touch the floor.
It is recommended that a water-tight and absorbent barrier is always placed be-
tween the patient and the ASTOPAD applied part.
WARNING
Risk of injury!
Do not use the ASTOPAD until the following error conditions have been remedied
through appropriate corrective action:
- Damaged or worn cables, plugs, or connecting socket.
- Damaged housing, damaged or loose control panel
- Damaged or missing labels/safety signs/warnings.
- Damaged outer cover of the ASTOPAD applied parts.
- No visual or audible alarm activated after switching on via the Standby button
(self-test defective).
- Button(s) which do not function correctly.
- ASTOPAD has been exposed to mechanical impact or extreme exposure to a
liquid.
- ASTOPAD has given someone an electric shock.
- ASTOPAD appears to have overheated.
- ASTOPAD has triggered an alarm shutdown.
When RF surgical instruments or endocardial catheters are used, the patient
must also be properly insulated. This insulation must not be damp. The equip-
ment manufacturer’s instructions for use must be observed at all times.
With transdermal drug applications (patches), the additional heat can increase
the uptake of the drugs and result in injury to the patient.
In the case of arterial occlusion, the applied parts of ASTOPAD may not be used
distal to this area.
Overheating of ischemic extremities can occur when ASTOPAD applied parts are
used.
