Safety
Instructions for use • C-MAC
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Pocket Monitor • DRE117_EN_V1.0_10-2020_IFU_CE-MDR
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Do not use damaged products.
3.6 Failure of products
The product may fail during use.
Have a replacement product ready for each application or plan for an alternative surgical
technique.
3.7 Combination with other components
Combination of the product with non-suitable instruments and devices can result in
uncontrolled behavior and injury to patients, users, and third parties.
Only combine the device with instruments and equipment that are approved for joint use.
Only use approved accessories.
3.8 Modifications to the product
Modifications to the product reduce the safety of the product, and the user can be injured by
electric shock as a result.
Do not modify the product.
3.9 Observing ambient conditions
If the device is stored, transported, operated or reprocessed under unsuitable conditions,
patients, users or third parties may be injured and the device can be damaged.
Observe the ambient conditions listed in the instructions for use and reprocessing.
3.10 Risk of explosion
The product can generate sparks, which cause combustible or flammable gases and liquids to
ignite or explode. This may cause injuries to patients, users, and third parties.
The product must not be operated in oxygenated environments.
Do not operate the product in explosive atmospheres.
Do not operate the product in environments with combustible gases such as inhalation
anesthetics and mixtures thereof. Observe the hazard zones:
Only connect or disconnect the power plug to or from the power supply outside explosive
atmospheres.
Combustible and flammable gases must be allowed to escape, be extracted, or be
displaced with CO2 before use.
Combustible and flammable liquids must be allowed to vaporize or be extracted before
use.
Only start the application when combustible or flammable gases and liquids are no longer
present.
