PREPARATION
Power requirements
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4-4.
Using an External DC Power Source (DC12V/24V)
Use only an external DC power source which meets the requirements of the international stan-
dards IEC60601-1 and IEC60601-1-2 or which is its equivalent in performance and safety.
Ensure that the DC Power Source to be connected to the unit is capable of supplying a speci-
fied voltage and current.
Be sure to disconnect the power plug from an AC outlet before connecting an external DC
power source.
4-4-1.
Requirements for External DC Power Source
Only use DC power supplies that satisfy the require-
ments listed in the table at right. The use of other sup-
plies may disable the unit.
When using a connection cable, verify that it complies
with the requirements listed in the table on the right be-
fore contacting your local Atom representative.
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A cigarette lighter socket in an ambulance does
not provide adequate external DC voltage. So, do
not use it as a terminal point for connection cable.
DC12V DC24V
DC
voltage
range
12.4-15.1V 24.8-30.3V
Maximum
DC
current
13A 6.5A
4-4-2.
Connecting External DC Power Source and Connection Cable
(1) Remove the cap from the external DC power con-
nection port on the right side of the main body.
Cap
External DC power inlet