2 • Safety Instructions
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Compliance with safety information
Working with medical units is associated with certain risks to patients, medical per-
sonnel and the environment. Risks cannot be entirely eliminated by design measures
alone.
Safety does not depend solely on the unit. Safety depends to a large extent on the
training of medical personnel and correct operation of the unit.
The safety instructions in this chapter must be read, understood and applied by every-
one who is working with the unit.
Structure of safety instructions
The safety instructions are structured according to the following risks:
• Operating errors and incorrect installation by persons without training
• Risks due to the environment
• Malfunctions to other equipment caused by the unit, malfunctions to the unit
caused by other equipment
• Electric shock
• Risks due to operating errors
• Defective unit
• Risks due to instruments
• Risk of infection
• Fire / explosion
• Risks due to unsuitable accessories
• Risks due to the pressure gas bottle
• Risks due to gas
• Notes
Operating errors and incorrect installation by persons without training
WARNING
Operating errors and incorrect installation by persons without
training
Persons without training can operate or install the unit incorrectly.
Risk of injury or death for patients and medical staff! Risk of damage
to property.
The unit may only be used and installed by persons who have
been trained on how to use and install it properly according to this
User Manual.
Training may only be carried out by persons who are suitable on
the basis of their knowledge and practical experience.
In the event of uncertainties or if you have any questions, please
contact Erbe Elektromedizin. You will find the addresses in the ad-
dress list at the end of this User Manual.