Vital Signs Monitor Service Manual Safety Guidance
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Chapter 2 Safety Guidance
2.1 Introduction
This service manual is a reference for periodic preventive maintenance and corrective service
procedures for the iM3 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 of doing so might damage the monitor, invalidate the product warranty or
lead to serious personal injury.
2.2 General Information
The iM3 Vital Signs Monitor (hereinafter called monitor) is designed in accordance with the
international safety requirements in IEC/ EN 60601-1 for medical electrical equipment.
Classification information of this equipment is as follows:
Class I equipment and internal powered equipment
IPX1
With T2A, TH or F3000 TEMP module: Ordinary
equipment (Sealed equipment without liquid proof)
Degree of Safety in Presence of
Flammable Gases
Not suitable for use in presence of flammable gases
Continuous operation equipment
2.3 Safety Precautions
To avoid the possibility of injury, observe the following precautions during the operation of the
instrument.
WARNING
1 The monitor must be serviced only by authorized and qualified personnel. EDAN does
not assume any responsibility for damage or injury if modifications or repairs are
carried out by unauthorized personnel.
2 Use and replace the substitutive parts provided or recommended by EDAN only.