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Safety notes
Danger zones M and G
In accordance with IEC 60601-1 / ANSI/AAMI ES 60601-1, the control unit and the motor with cable are not suitable for use in
potentially explosive atmospheres or with potentially explosive mixtures of anaesthetic substances containing oxygen or
nitrous oxide.
Elcomed is not suitable for use in oxygen enriched atmospheres.
Zone M is defined as a »medical environment« and constitutes the part of a room in which potentially explosive
atmospheres may form due to the use of anaesthetics or medical antiseptics and antibacterial soaps; such atmospheres
are typically localized and temporary. Zone M comprises a truncated pyramid below the operating table which is tilted
outwards at a 30° angle.
Zone G, also known as an »enclosed medical gas system«, does not necessarily include areas enclosed around all sides,
in which explosive mixtures are continuously or temporarily generated, directed or used in small quantities.
Foot control
The foot control is in accordance with IEC 60601-1 / ANSI/AAMI ES 60601-1 approved for use in zone M (AP).
Please note that at low speeds, it is more difficult to determine that the motor is running.
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