Introduction Warnings
xiv 046-004667-00 A7™ Operating Instructions
WARNING: The mains plug is used to isolate the Anesthesia System circuits
electrically from the SUPPLY MAINS. Do not position the Anesthesia
System so that it is difficult to operate the plug.
WARNING: Do not touch the patient when connecting the peripheral equipment
via the I/O signal ports to prevent patient leakage current from
exceeding the requirements specified by the standard.
WARNING: If the Drive Gas Pressure Low alarm occurs when the gas supply
pressure is greater than 200 kPa, contact your service personnel or us.
WARNING: Do not use the OPTIMIZER
® when higher flows are required such as
during induction, emergency, or other times when rapid changes to the
concentration of gases in the circuit are desired, or when the chemical
pharmacology of the agent being used indicates otherwise. If the
OPTIMIZER
® is used incorrectly, the reaction time of fresh gas
concentration changes could increase, also increasing the risk of
undesirable soda lime compounds.
WARNING: To ensure proper machine operation, user safety, and patient safety,
follow all checkout procedures established by the facility before
administering anesthesia to the patient.
WARNING: Do not use a malfunctioning A7 Anesthesia System. Have all repairs and
service done by an authorized service representative.
WARNING: Use a cleaning and disinfection schedule that conforms to your
institution's disinfection and risk-management policies.
• Refer to the material safety data as applicable.
• Refer to the operation and maintenance manuals of all disinfection equipment.
• Do not inhale fumes that may result from any disinfection process.
WARNING: Do not use talc, zinc stearate, calcium carbonate, corn starch, or similar
material to prevent sticking of the bellows, as these materials may
enter the patient's lungs or airway, causing irritation or injury.
WARNING: Only use lubricants approved for anesthesia or O2 equipment.
WARNING: Do not use lubricants that contain oil or grease. They can burn or
explode in the presence of high O2 concentrations.
WARNING: Obey infection control and safety procedures. Used equipment may
contain blood and body fluids.
WARNING: Movable parts and removable components may present a pinch or a
crush hazard. Use care when moving or replacing system parts and
components.
WARNING: Before using the A7 System after cleaning or disinfecting, power up the
system and follow the on-screen prompts to perform the leak test and
the compliance test. See section 4.5 (page 4-8) "Leak and Compliance
Tests".
WARNING: Do not perform calibration while the unit is connected to a patient.
WARNING: Do not apply high volume watertraps to Infant sized patients.
Otherwise, patient injury could result.
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