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SAFETY INFORMATION
Instructions to ensure the safe operation of the unit are found throughout this Manual.
Please read the Manual carefully before operating the unit. Please follow the instructions when operating the
unit.
Basic Instructions
1. Follow the instructions for the safe use of the unit.
Please follow the operating instructions described in this Manual to help ensure safe use of the unit.
2. Inspect the unit on a periodical basis.
It is necessary to carry out appropriate periodical inspections in order to maintain the unit in optimum
condition.
3. Never use the unit if it is found to be defective.
If any damage or malfunction of the unit should be noticed, stop using it immediately and contact your local
Atom representative.
4. Follow the EMC information given in this Manual.
Electrical equipment for medical use needs special precautions regarding EMC. It needs to be installed and
put into service according to the EMC information provided in this Manual.
Definitions of Warning Indication
Three levels of warning indication are used throughout this Manual and on the unit. They are defined as
follows.
A DANGER notice indicates an immediate hazardous situation which, if
not avoided, will result in death or serious injury, serious damage to property
such as total loss of use of equipment or fire.
A WARNING notice indicates an indirect (potentially) hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury, serious damage to
property such as total loss of use of equipment or fire.
A CAUTION notice indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, can
result in minor or moderate injuries, partial damage to equipment, and
loss of data stored in computers.