2. GENERAL WARNINGS
Use of this equipment may present hazards to the user and/or patient. Before operating this
device, please read this operating manual thoroughly and follow all warnings, cautions, and
instructions for use. The words warning, caution, and note carry special meaning and should
be carefully reviewed:
WARNING: Indicates risks to the safety of the patient or user. Failure to follow warnings may
result in injury to the patient or user.
CAUTION: Indicates risks of improper use and/or damage to the equipment. Failure to follow
cautions may result in loss of function or product damage.
NOTE: Indicates special information to clarify instructions or present additional useful
information.
The appropriate "WARNING", "CAUTION" or "NOTE" symbol in this manual is intended to alert
the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance instructions in the manual.
Warnings
To avoid potential serious injury to the user, patient, and/or damage to this device, please
note the following warnings:
Failure to follow instructions in this manual may lead to serious injury or damage to
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the equipment. Read this operating manual thoroughly, especially the warnings, and
be familiar with its contents before using this equipment.
This equipment is designed to be used by a qualified physician, having complete
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knowledge of the use of this equipment and the procedure to be performed.
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This equipment should be installed and tested prior to use. A pre-operative check
should be performed prior to administration of patient anesthesia to ensure all desired
functions are operational, that a viable surgical image is being displayed on the
monitor, and there are no signs of damage to the equipment.
It is recommended to have a back-up system ready for use in the event of primary
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equipment failure.
This equipment must be connected to a supply mains with protective earth to reduce
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risk of electric shock.
This equipment must not share the same electrical outlet or grounding with life support
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or life sustaining equipment. In the case of equipment failure, this equipment may draw
excessive power from the supply circuit and interrupt service to other equipment
powered by the same circuit.
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An uninteruptable power supply is recommended.
Always set up the console in a location that allows adequate ventilation (airflow) to the
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console. Insufficient ventilation may cause the console to overheat and shut down and
create risk of fire. Always set up the equipment so that the appliance inlet is readily
accessible.
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Use only medical grade power cords and replacement fuses specified by the
manufacturer to reduce risk of harm resulting from fire or interruption of mains circuit.
Follow the instructions provided herein and always remove power from the device prior
to inspection or replacement of fuses.
LIT- 248 SUNOPTIC SURGICAL
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