Precautions for Safe Operation of Medical Electrical Equipment
CAUTION
Read the following precautions thoroughly to correctly operate the
equipment.
zUsers should have a thorough knowledge of the operation before using
this equipment.
zPay attention to the following when installing and storing the equipment.
yDo not install or store in an area where the equipment will be subject to
splashing water.
yDo not install or store in an area where the environmental conditions,
such as atmospheric pressure, temperature, humidity, ventilation,
sunlight, dust, sodium, sulfur, will adversely affect the equipment.
yPlace the equipment on a stable surface where there is no inclination,
vibration, or shock (including during transportation).
yDo not install or store in an area where chemicals are stored or gasses
are evolved.
yVerify the power frequency, voltage and allowable current (or power
consumption).
yEnsure the grounding is proper by connecting the accompanying
power cable to the hospital grade outlet.
zBefore operating the equipment, verify the following items.
yVerify the power voltage.
yCheck the cable connection and polarity to ensure proper operation of
the equipment.
yMake sure the power system has adequate earth ground.
yEnsure that all cables are firmly and safely connected.
yPay special attention when the device is used in conjunction with other
equipment as it may cause erroneous judgment and danger.
yEnsure all patient connections are proper and secure.
zDuring operation of the equipment, verify the following items.
yAlways observe the equipment and patient to ensure safe operation of
the equipment.
yIf any abnormality is found on the equipment or patient, take
appropriate measures such as ceasing operation of the equipment in
the safest way for the patient.
yDo not allow the patient to come in contact with the equipment.
yDo not touch any of the signal input or output parts at the same time as
the patient.
zAfter using the equipment, verify the following items.
yUnplug all the cables from the patient before turning off the power.
yWhen unplugging the cables, do not apply excessive force by pulling
on the cable. Pull from the connector part of the cable.
yClean the accessories and cables, and keep them together in one
place.
yKeep the equipment clean to ensure proper operation for the next use.
zIf the equipment is damaged and in need of repair, stop using the
equipment, label it “OUT OF ORDER” and contact Fukuda Denshi.
zDo not disassemble or remodel the equipment.
zMaintenance Check
yMake sure to periodically check the equipment, accessories and
cables.
yBefore reusing the equipment that has been left unused for a while,
make sure that the equipment works normally and safely.
zTo prevent patient from burn injury, verify proper attachment of patient
ground plate, ECG electrode type when using the electrosurgical knife,
and verify paste volume, output energy when using the defibrillator. Also
verify that proper ground is selected.
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