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Safety Considerations in Using Medical Electrical
Equipment
Contents described here are general safety considerations to be taken
for proper operation of medical electrical equipment and for the safety
of both the patient and operator. Safety considerations specific to the
use of the HLX-561 telemetry transmission module are described on
the next page.
CAUTION
1. Do not use the equipment unless familiar with its operation.
2. Observe the following when installing or storing the
equipment:
•Select a place where the equipment may not be contaminated
with splashing water.
•Consider the atmospheric pressure, temperature and humidity
and provide adequate ventilation. Avoid direct sunlight. The
equipment should not be installed or stored in a location where it
may beadversely affected by air containing dust, saline or sulfur.
•Avoid inclination, vibration and shock, even during transport to
ensure stable operating conditions.
•Do not install or store the equipment where chemicals are stored
or gases are generated.
3. Precautions before Operation
•The equipment is not designed to be explosion-proof. Do not use
the equipment in the presence of flammable gasses or
anesthetics.
•Make sure the equipment is operating safely and normally at all
times.
Ensure that all cords and cables are correctly connected.
•Improper use of multiple instruments simultaneously may result
in erroneous information or lead to a hazardous accident. (Refer
to the Section 9.)
