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General Safety Information
1 General Safety Information
1.1 Instructions for safe use
The following chapter contains all safety information that has to be followed when
working with the Chattanooga Intelect F-SW.
WARNING!
Incorrect handling of the device.
Possibility of injuries to the patient and the operating personnel!
• Read this chapter carefully before you start using the Chattanooga
Intelect F-SW.
• Read the separate operating manuals for all devices associated
with the Chattanooga Intelect F-SW.
1.1.1 Intended use and operational safety
To use this device in accordance with its intended use, the user must possess the
necessary technical prociency, and knowledge of the operating manual.
The Chattanooga Intelect F-SW is intended exclusively for use by healthcare
professionals who have been trained to use the device (see also chapter 2.2
precOnditiOns fOr OperatiOn).
The device is only allowed to be used for the applications described in chapter 2.1.1
indicatiOns.
Only perform treatments approved by the manufacturer!
Furthermore, the device is only allowed to be operated by trained personnel who
comply with the precOnditiOns fOr OperatiOn in chapter 2.2.
All status and error messages signaled during treatment must always be attended to
without delay.
While applying focused shockwaves at maximum adjustment, do not use more than
6.000 subsequent shocks and stick to a consecutive break of 5 minutes.
Checks and inspections prior to treatment
Before using the device, the user must make sure it is functioning safely and that it is
in proper condition.
• It is essential to perform the functional checks after switching on the Chattanooga
Intelect F-SW before starting treatment. Read about this in chapter 5.15 functiO-
nal checks.
• Have the maintenance procedures recommended by the manufacturer carried out by
authorised personnel (see also chapter 6.6 Maintenance and safety checks).
No treatment ist permitted if a display on the control device or a touch screen fails.
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