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Precautions
Read the following precautions to ensure proper operation of the IQecg
®
:
1. Installation and maintenance of the instrument:
• Install and keep the instrument away from splashing water.
• Do not install the instrument where humidity, ventilation, direct sunlight, or air containing dust, salt, sulfur, etc., might affect it.
• Protect the instrument from shock and vibration while transporting it.
• Do not install the instrument in a chemical storage area or where gas is generated.
2. Preparation of the instrument prior to operation:
• Verify proper instrument operation.
• Check that all cable connections are safe and secured.
• When in use with additional equipment, such as a computer, request the assistance of personnel familiar with the additional
equipment, if needed.
3. Observe the patient and instrument closely during use. If any abnormality is observed, immediate proper action, such as
stopping the operation of the instrument, should be taken for the safety of the patient.
4. Keep the instrument clean to ensure trouble-free operation for the next use.
5. In case of a malfunction, contact Midmark Technical Service at (800) 624-8950 or (844) 856-1230, option 2, and
describe the problem precisely.
6. Inspect the instrument and accessories regularly.
7. Do not make any modifications to the instrument.
8. Environmental operating limits:
Operation:
• 59 to 95°F (15 to 35°C)
• 30 to 75% humidity (non-condensing)
• 760mm Hg +/- 20%.
Storage/shipping (batteries removed):
• 4 to 120°F (-15 to 50°C)
• 30 to 95% humidity (non-condensing)
• 760mm Hg +/- 20%
9. The IQmanager
®
Diagnostic Workstation software and the IQecg
®
have been tested for proper function with the Off-the-Shelf
(OTS) Operating Systems (OS) specified in this manual. Do not operate the IQmanager
®
Diagnostic Workstation and the
IQecg
®
with an operating system other than the OTS OS specified. Future releases of currently approved operating systems
should not be used until Midmark has had an opportunity to test the IQecg
®
with them. Before updating your operating system,
contact Midmark Technical Service for the latest OTS operating systems information.