Chapter 2. Operating precautions,
checks and warnings
Warning:
Electrical safety testing should be performed by a
biomedical engineer or other qualified person.
Risk of electrical shock: do not remove the cover.
Refer servicing to qualified or authorized fms Repair
Service Center.
Do not connect the device to a power source that is
not properly earthed (grounded).
Disconnect the device from the main power source
when cleaning, servicing, or inspecting.
Inspect all equipment and cables periodically for
wear. Replace and return to fms Repair Service
Center if damage is noted.
Avoid fluid contact with the fms solo
electrical connectors.
Do not use flammable agents when cleaning and
disinfecting the fms solo
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To avoid risk of fire, replace fuses with same type
and rating.
2.1. Sterile Packaging:
Carefully examine the shipping package and sterile
wrap. If the package is damaged, the sterile seal is
broken, or the Expiration Date is passed, do not use.
The �One Day Set™� Ref. 4503, can be reused
for an entire surgical day not exeeding eight
consecutive hours.
Biological and viral studies have shown the efficacy
against contamination from one patient to the next
during the operating day. Sterility is guaranteed
only if the tube changing procedures have been
performed precisely according to our set-up guide in
Chapter 3.
Studies can be downloaded on our website at:
In English:
www.fmsgroup.com/files/sales/viralen.pdf
www.fmsgroup.com/files/sales/biologicalen.pdf
In French:
www.fmsgroup.com/files/sales/viralfr.pdf
www.fmsgroup.com/files/sales/biologicalfr.pdf
All other tube sets, are marked with a
that they are single-use only
2.2. Storage and Handling:
Storage temperature: Do not expose the fms
solo
to temperatures above 50°C (122°F) or
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below –10°C (14°F).
Operating Conditions: Do not operate the pump in
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conditions +10°C (50°F) to +40°C (104°F).
Damage: Do not use a fms solo
dropped or shows signs of damage.
Factory Settings: Factory settings are based on
experience, they should only be used as guidelines.
The surgeon is responsible for settings pertaining to
his surgical procedure.
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Disposal: Do not incinerate. Return to
fms for safe disposal.
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