F15 Series Fetal & Maternal Monitor Service Manual Installation
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Continuous running equipment
If the monitor is installed in a cabinet, allow at least 2 inches (5 cm) clearance around
the monitor for proper air circulation; allow adequate accessibility for servicing, and
adequate room for visualization and operation.
Ensure the monitor is not subject to any source of strong electromagnetic interference,
such as CT, radio transmitters, mobile phones base stations, etc.
Do not install the monitor in a flammable atmosphere where concentrations of
flammable anesthetics or other materials may occur.
Keep the environment clean. Avoid vibration. Keep it far from corrosive medicine, dust
area, high-temperature and humid environment.
2.2 Electrical Requirements
Operating Frequency:
Input Power:
Battery:
50Hz/60Hz
110VA
10.8VDC/5100mAh
2.3 Safety Requirements
SHOCK HAZARD- The power receptacle must be a three-wire grounded outlet. A
hospital grade outlet is required. Never adapt the three-prong plug from the monitor to
fit a two-slot outlet. If the outlet has only two slots, make sure that it is replaced with a
three-slot grounded outlet before attempting to operate the monitor.
Do not touch signal input or output connector and the patient simultaneously.
Equipment and devices that connect to the monitor should form an equipotential body to
ensure effective grounding.
Do not switch on the monitor until all cables have been properly connected and verified.
2.4 Installing the Monitor
2.4.1 Installing the Monitor on a Flat Surface
Place the monitor on a flat surface. Make sure the surface does not vibrate, and is free of
corrosive medicine and dust.