Hologic Trident - Warnings and Cautions

Trident User Guide
Chapter 2: General Information
Page 6 MAN-02098 Revision 008
2.2 Safety Information
Read and understand this manual before you use the system. Keep the manual available
during the operation of the unit.
Always follow all the instructions in this manual. Hologic does not accept the
responsibility for injury or damage from incorrect system operation. Hologic can prepare
for training at your site.
The system has safety interlocks, but the user must understand how to safely operate the
system and be aware of the health hazards of x-ray radiation.
2.3 Warnings and Cautions
WARNING!
The users must understand that the system is not
connected to earth ground if the UPS (optional)
is disconnected from the power source.
WARNING!
Only trained Service Engineers authorized
through Hologic can open any of the panels.
This system contains lethal voltages.
WARNING!
Electrical equipment used near flammable
anesthetics can cause an explosion.
WARNING!
The user must correct problems before the
system is used. Contact an approved service
representative for preventive maintenance.
WARNING!
The protection provided by the equipment is
reduced if the equipment is used in a method not
specified by Hologic
WARNING!
Always place the Trident a minimum of 1.5
meters (5 feet) from the patient.