2 Warnings cautions and notices 4
fabian Therapy evolution | SW V5.1.x
Ref: 121003.EN / Date: 26Jan2021
2 Warnings cautions and notices
Always observe (fabian)
NOTE
: The use of the ventilator requires detailed knowledge and the
understanding of this operator’s manual. This device is only intended for the
described use.
NOTE
: In general, it should be noted that ventilation of children should only
be carried out by clinically trained specialists who have sufficient knowledge
of ventilation of patients of the specified age.
WARNING
: Only use this ventilator in combination with an external
monitoring device (
for example
: SpO
2
).
WARNING
: Only operate the ventilator with accessories recommended by
ACUTRONIC Medical Systems AG.
WARNING
: The ventilator must be operated by qualified technical staff to
ensure immediate remedial action in the event of malfunction.
WARNING
: The fabian system and associated auxiliary systems must NEVER
be used in MRI scanning facilities.
WARNING
: An alternate ventilation method (
for example
: Resuscitator) must
be available at all times when using the ventilator.
WARNING
: DO NOT use the ventilator in combination with flammable gases
or narcotic agents to prevent the risk of fire or explosion.
WARNING
: NEVER use the ventilator in explosive environments!
WARNING
: An audible signal indicates a system or patient alarm and always
requires action by a trained medical professional.
WARNING
: If an alarm condition (other than the exceptions listed within this
manual) occurs while the audible alarm mute function is engaged, only the
visual alarm indications are displayed.
WARNING
: DO NOT silence an audible alarm, engage the audible alarm mute
function, or decrease the audible alarm volume if patient safety could be
compromised.
WARNING
: DO NOT obstruct the speaker.
Blocking the speaker can result in an inaudible alarm tone.
WARNING
: Carefully route patient cabling to reduce the risk of patient
entanglement or strangulation.
WARNING
: NEVER connect the ventilator to patients if an error or
malfunction is detected during equipment check!
WARNING
: NEVER connect to electrical devices not mentioned in this
operator’s manual without first consulting the manufacturer.
WARNING
: Connect only electrical devices which are IEC60601-1 approved.
WARNING
: NEVER operate the ventilator while covered or set up in a way to
negatively impact the operation or function.