F15 Series Fetal & Maternal Monitor Service Manual Safety Guidance
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Chapter 1 Safety Guidance
NOTE:
This service manual is written to cover the maximum configuration. Therefore, your
model may not have some of the parameters/modules described, depending on what you
have ordered.
1.1 Introduction
This service manual is a reference for periodic preventive maintenance and corrective service
procedures for the F15 and F15 Air fetal & maternal monitor.
It provides troubleshooting information, assembly procedures, instructions for functional testing
and performance verification. It is intended for use only by technically qualified service
personnel.
WARNING
When performing a service procedure, follow the instructions exactly as presented in this
manual. Failure to do so might damage the monitor, invalidate the product warranty or
lead to serious personal injury.
1.2 General Information
NOTE:
In this manual, Monitor refers to both F15 and F15 air, and is used where the information
applies to both models.
The monitor is designed to comply with the international safety requirements IEC/EN
60601-1 for medical electrical equipment. It is class I equipment.
The monitor operates within specifications at ambient temperatures between 0ºC (+41 ºF)
and +40 ºC (+104 ºF). Ambient temperatures that exceed these limits could affect the
accuracy of the instrument and cause damage to the modules and circuits. Allow at least 2
inches (5 cm) clearance around the instrument for proper air circulation.
You must check that the equipment, cables and transducers do not have visible evidence of
damage that may affect patient safety or monitoring capability before each use. If damage is
evident, replacement is recommended before use.
The monitor must be serviced only by authorized and qualified personnel. The manufacturer
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