ACUTRONIC fabian Therapy evolution - Warnings, Cautions, and Notices; Always Observe Safety Guidelines

10 Warnings cautions and notices
fabian Therapy evolution | SW 5.1.x
Ref: 121003.EN / Date 2020-01-22
2 Warnings cautions and notices
2.1 Always observe
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1.
NOTE: The use of the ventilator requires detailed knowledge and the
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described use.
2.
WARNING: Only use this ventilator in combination with an external
monitoring device (for example: SpO
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3.
WARNING: Only operate the ventilator with accessories recommended by
ACUTRONIC Medical Systems AG.
4.
WARNING: The ventilator must be operated by qualified clinical staff to
ensure immediate remedial action in the event of malfunction.
5.
WARNING: The fabian system and associated auxiliary systems must
NEVER be used in MRI scanning facilities.
6.
WARNING: An alternate ventilation method (for example manual
resuscitation) must always be available when using the ventilator.
7.
WARNING: DO NOT use the ventilator in combination with flammable gases
or narcotic agents or in an oxygen-rich environment to prevent the risk of fire
or explosion.
8.
WARNING: NEVER use the ventilator in explosive environments.
9.
WARNING: An audible signal indicates a system or patient alarm and always
requires action by a trained medical professional.
10.
WARNING: If an alarm condition (other than the exceptions listed within this
manual) occurs while the audible alarm silence function is engaged, only the
visual alarm indications are displayed.
11.
WARNING: DO NOT silence an audible alarm, engage the audible Alarm
Silence function, or decrease the audible alarm volume if patient safety could
be compromised.
12.
WARNING: DO NOT obstruct the speaker.
Blocking the speaker can result in an inaudible alarm tone.
13.
WARNING: Carefully route patient cabling to reduce the risk of patient
entanglement or strangulation.
14.
WARNING: NEVER connect the ventilator to a patient if an error or
malfunction is detected during equipment check.
15.
WARNING: NEVER connect to electrical devices not mentioned in this
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16.
WARNING: Connect only electrical devices which are IEC60601-1 approved.
17.
WARNING: NEVER operate the ventilator while covered or set up in a way
to negatively impact the operation or function.
18.
WARNING: Always unplug the ventilator from the power source before
opening the housing.