Chapter 1: Introduction
Operation Manual SurgiVet V3395
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Cautions
CAUTION: Ensure the device’s AC rating is correct for the AC voltage at your installation site
before using the monitor. The monitor’s AC rating is shown on the external power supply. If the
rating is not correct, do not use the monitor; contact SurgiVet’s service department for help.
CAUTION: Should the device become wet, wipe off all moisture and allow sufficient time for
drying before operating.
CAUTION: This device is intended for use by persons trained in professional health care. The
operator must be thoroughly familiar with the information in this manual before using the
monitor.
CAUTION: Do not allow water or any other liquid to spill onto the monitor. Unplug the external
power supply from the monitor before cleaning or disinfecting the monitor.
CAUTION: Pressing front panel keys with sharp or pointed instruments may permanently
damage the keypad. Press front panel keys only with your finger.
CAUTION: Do not disassemble unit. This unit is not user serviceable. Refer to qualified
service personnel.
CAUTION: Ensure conductive parts including electrodes of the patient cable do not come into
contact with any conductive surfaces or earth parts.
CAUTION: It is the operator’s responsibility to set alarm limits appropriately for each
individual patient.
CAUTION: If the accuracy of any measurement is in question, check the patient’s vital sign(s)
by an alternative method and then check the monitor for proper functioning.
CAUTION: The monitor should be operated from its internal power source (if fitted) if the
integrity of the protective earth conductor is in doubt.
CAUTION: Follow local governing ordinances and recycling instructions regarding disposal
and recycling of device components.
CAUTION: The monitor contains a 1.2 hour lead-acid battery. If the battery fails to hold a
charge or otherwise become inoperable, the battery should be replaced and the old battery
should be disposed of properly. Lead-acid batteries should not be disposed of in normal trash
containers. They should be sent to the proper facilities so that the metals in them may be
reclaimed and/or recycled.
Lead-acid battery: In the US, 1-800-822-8837 will provide information about the proper disposal
of the lead-acid battery. Regulations in Europe vary from country to country. Consult local
authorities for information about proper disposal. SurgiVet, Inc. cannot dispose of monitor
batteries.
General Notes
NOTE: Operation of this device may be adversely affected in the presence of strong EM or RF
sources, such as electrosurgery equipment.
NOTE: Operation of this device may be adversely affected in the presence of computed
tomograph (CT) equipment.
NOTE: The monitor is protected against damage from defibrillator, diathermy, and
electrocautery discharge.
NOTE: All user and patient accessible materials are non-toxic.
