6. Care, Maintenance, Transport, Conversion
6.1 Care
Warning!
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Shock hazard – Unplug the device from
the power line before cleaning.
Shock hazard, equipment damage –
Liquids must not enter the device or the
programming unit.
• ARTROMOT®-S3 can be disinfected by
wiping down with a disinfectant. Thus,
it complies with the special hygiene
standards for medical technical
equipment.
• The enclosure and removable armrest
assemblies can be cleaned with com-
monly used disinfectants and mild
household detergents.
• Only use a damp cloth to wipe the CPM
device down.
Warning!
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Patient hazard – patient contamination
− Before using the device on another
patient, be sure to clean and disinfect
it according to the instructions given
here.
Caution!
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Equipment damage –
− The plastic material used is not
resistant to mineral acids, formic acid,
phenols, cresols, oxidants and strong
organic or inorganic acids with a pH
value below 4.
– Use only clear disinfectants to prevent
discoloration of the device.
– Do not expose the CPM device to
strong ultraviolet radiation (sunlight)
and fire.
6.2 Maintenance
(fuse replacement)
Check before each use
Visually inspect the device for signs of
mechanical damage before each use.
If you detect damage or malfunctions that
may impair the safety of the patient or
of the operator, have the device repaired
before using it.
Technical inspections
For safety, the devices require regular
maintenance. To maintain the functional
and operational safety, check all com-
ponents for damage and loose connec-
tions at least once a year.
Warning!
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Patient hazard – equipment malfunction
and damage
− Refer repair and maintenance to
authorized persons. Persons are
authorized after training by a special-
ist trained and commissioned by the
manufacturer.
– DJO Global will make all documents
required for servicing, such as circuit
diagrams, parts lists, descriptions or
calibration instructions, available to
authorized experts.
These checks should be performed by
persons with adequate training and
experience. Damaged and worn parts
must immediately be replaced with
original spare parts by authorized staff.
The device does not require additional
regular maintenance.
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