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12 Safety and Cleaning
12.1 Safety
12.1.1 Only use the power adaptor (Amtex 9940) that is supplied with this
device. The use of any other power adaptor may expose the patient to
the risk of electrocution.
12.1.2 Do not connect the Imp SFB7 device to:
12.1.2.1 Patients with active implanted medical devices, e.g
cardiac pacemakers, defibrillators or patients connected to
electronic life support devices.
12.1.2.2 Patients undergoing external defibrillation.
12.1.3 Do not plug SFB7 leads to any mains power outlet/point.
12.1.4 Do not use or operate device in the presence of strong
electromagnetic fields.
12.1.5 The ImpediMed SFB7 should be unplugged from the recharging unit
before use to avoid possible noise contamination of the measurement.
12.1.6 The ImpediMed SFB7 has yet to be clinically validated for use on
pregnant patients.
12.1.7 Only use ImpediMed electrodes.
12.1.8 Avoid placing an electrode on an irritated skin site.
12.1.9 If skin irritation occurs seek professional advice.
12.1.10 Allow skin to dry thoroughly before placing electrodes on skin.
12.1.11 Do not connect alligator clips to patient’s skin.
12.1.12 Do not mix single use and reusable or different brands of electrodes.
12.1.13 Do not cut the electrode, use whole electrode only.
12.1.14 Do not use extra gel with solid gel electrodes.
12.1.15 Do not leave the electrodes attached to the skin for longer than 1
hour.
12.1.16 Use only the cable leads supplied by ImpediMed Limited with the Imp
SFB7. The use of non ImpediMed leads can cause damage to the device
or give an incorrect reading.
NOTE: There are no user adjustable parts in the device, do not disassemble unit.