Safe Handling; Safe For Use In Conformance With Iec Regulations - Braun Aesculap GN060 Instrucciones De Manejo

Aesculap
High frequency surgical device GN060
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Safe handling

CAUTION
Federal law restricts this device to sale by, or on order of a physician!
Note
These instructions for use only describe the setup, function and operation
of the high-frequency surgical device GN060 and is not suitable for intro-
ducing a beginner to high-frequency surgery. A general description of the
application of high-frequency electrosurgery can be found in the respec-
tive O.R. manuals and other relevant literature.
Risk of injury to patients due to inappropriate
application!
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DANGER The product and accessories should only be
operated by qualified or trained and experi-
enced personnel.
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Transport the product only in its original box.
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Prior to use, check that the product is in good working order.
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Observe "Notes on Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)", see
TA022130.
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To prevent damage caused by improper setup or operation, and in order
not to compromise warranty and manufacturers liability:
– Use the product only in accordance with these instructions for use.
– Follow the safety and maintenance instructions.
– Only combine Aesculap products with each other.
– Adhere to application instructions according to relevant norms, see

Safe for use in conformance with IEC regulations.

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Inspect the accessories regularly: Electrode cables and endoscopic
accessories, in particular, must be checked for possible damage to the
insulation.
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Keep the instructions for use accessible for the user.
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Always adhere to applicable standards.
1.1 Safe for use in conformance with IEC regulations
The operating environment
Risk of death by electric shock!
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Do not open the product.
DANGER
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Only ever connect the product to power mains
with equipment grounding conductor.
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Danger of injury from burns and/or explosion from
flammable gases! Sparks can occur even if the HF
surgical device is used properly and according to its
WARNING
intended use.
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Do not use the device in explosion-hazard zones.
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When operating in the head or thoracic region,
avoid using combustible anesthetics and accel-
erating gases (e.g. nitrous oxide or oxygen) or,
when using such substances, ensure they are
extracted from the region of operation.
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If possible, use incombustible cleaning and dis-
infecting agents.
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If combustible cleaning and disinfecting agents
or solvents have to be used: Verify that such
agents have evaporated prior to commencing HF
surgery.
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Ensure that no combustible fluids accumulate
under the patient or in body cavities (e.g. the
vagina). Wipe off all fluids before using the HF
surgical device.
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Ensure the absence of any endogenous, combus-
tible gases.
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Check that oxygen-soaked materials (e.g. absor-
bent cotton or mull) are kept at a safe distance
from the HF field, so that they cannot ignite.
Risk of interference with other devices!
Even during normal use, the HF surgical device cre-
WARNING ates electromagnetic fields that can interfere with
other devices.
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Check that no electronic devices that could be
subject to interference by electromagnetic fields
are set up in the vicinity of the HF surgical
device.
Restriction to view and/or side-effects due to the
development of steam/smoke during HF surgery!
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Select the lowest possible power output.
WARNING
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If necessary, use smoke suction.
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Ensure that the device does not come in direct contact with the patient
or in the sterile area respectively.
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Ensure that the user does not come into direct contact with the patient
and the HF device at the same time.