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Safety notes
Risks due to electromagnetic fields
The functionality of implantable systems, such as cardiac pacemakers and implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD)
can be affected by electric, magnetic and electromagnetic fields. This medical device is suitable for use on patients with
unipolar and bipolar pacemakers or ICD, if a safety distance between the medical device and the cardiac pacemaker or ICD
of at least 40 cm (15.75 inch) is maintained.
> Find out if patient or user have implanted systems before using the medical device and consider the application.
> Weigh the risks and benefits.
> Make appropriate emergency precautions and take immediate action on any signs of ill-health.
> Symptoms such as raised heartbeat, irregular pulse and dizziness can be signs of a problem with a cardiac pacemaker
or ICD.
Foot control
Follow the directions and safety notes in the Instructions for Use of the foot control.
Foot control S-NW
Keep the ORANGE button pressed to switch between the control units.
