Arjo Typhoon - Safety Precautions; Important Safety Information

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1 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
The machine has a number of built-in safety mechanisms.
To avoid injury, it is highly important not to bypass these safety
mechanisms.
1.1 Important
• Read the Instructions for use thoroughly before use.
• The machine should only be handled by authorized
personnel. Personnel must also receive regular training.
• If any part is missing or damaged - do NOT use the product.
• Exercise caution when using the machine, as it uses hot
water and possibly steam. Because the machine uses hot
water, there may be hot surfaces in the facility.
• Exercise caution when handling chemical agents used in the
machine. Follow the instructions for the packaging the agent
comes in:
 if the agent is swallowed, comes into contact with the
eyes or skin or if vapors are inhaled.
 for instructions on dosage amount and washing
temperatures.
 for instructions regarding storage and sorting/disposal
of packing.
• Make sure that the machine has access to detergent before
the process starts. This is important both for the operation of
the machine and for keeping the washing chamber free from
staining.
• The machine must be kept clean if it is to work properly.
• Do not wash down or hose down the machine with water.
• Installation and service work must be performed by trained
personnel.
• Never bypass the machine’s door switch under any
circumstances.
• Leakage in the system, due to a worn door seal for example,
must be repaired without delay.
• Spare parts must only be obtained from Arjo sales
companies.
• If a serious incident occurs in relation to this medical device,
a󰀨ecting the user, or the patient then the user or patient
should report the serious incident to the medical device
manufacturer or the distributor. In the European Union, the
user should also report the serious incident to the Competent
Authority in the member state where they are located.