1.3. Warnings and Precautions
R2 Cenova 2.0 User Manual – MAN-01975 Rev 002 3
1.3. Warnings and Precautions
This manual uses the following conventions to provide technical and safety
information of special interest.
mWARNING!An instruction that, if not followed, can result in a hazardous condition.
mCAUTION:An instruction that, if not followed, can result in damage to the system.
mImportant: An instruction provided to ensure correct results and optimal
performance, or to clarify the limitations of the device.
mNote: Information provided to clarify a particular step or procedure.
Before using the R2 Cenova server, read the following warnings and precautions.
System Operation
mWARNING!Observe the following instructions, that if not followed, can result in a
hazardous condition:
•The system is intended for use only by personnel who have read this manual and
received training on how to use the system. Hologic does not accept responsibility for
injury or damage associated with improper or unsafe system operation.
•Use the system only outside the patient environment. The system is rated for use
only in an office environment.
•The symbol next to the power connector indicates a potential shock hazard. To reduce
the likelihood of electrical shock or fire hazard, connect the computer only to a power
receptacle that is grounded properly and provides voltage and current within the
specifications of the system.
•Do not place liquid containers on the device. In the event of a spill, shut down power
to all components prior to cleaning to minimize the possibility of electrical shock. If
internal components are exposed to liquid, do not operate the device – contact your
service representative.
mCAUTION:Always shut down the computer according to the procedures provided in
this manual. Improper system shutdown can cause loss of data or damage to the
computer operating system.
mImportant: Observe the following instructions that are provided to ensure correct
results and optimal performance, or to clarify the limitations of the device.
•For proper system operation, the technical quality of the images (e.g., contrast) should
be acceptable to the mammographer and meet the requirements of the
Mammography Quality Standards Act (MQSA) or the appropriate national standards.
•The device design and mode of operation are consistent with current standard
mammography clinical practices, as governed by the MQSA. Users are advised to
comply with the MQSA for the United States, or the appropriate national standards,
when implementing R2 Cenova mammography applications in clinical protocols.
•This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is
operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful
interference, in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at the
user’s expense.
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