Mindray M7T - Meaning of Signal Words; Meaning of Safety Symbols

1-2 Safety Precautions
1.2 Meaning of Signal Words
In this manual, the signal words" DANGER ”, “ WARNING ”,
“ CAUTION ”, “NOTE” and "Tips" are used regarding safety and other important
instructions. The signal words and their meanings are defined as follows. Please
understand their meanings clearly before reading this manual.
Signal word Meaning
DANGER
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation that, if not avoided, will
result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could
result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided, may
result in minor or moderate injury.
NOTE
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided, may
result in property damage.
Tips
Important information that helps you to operate the system more
effectively.
1.3 Meaning of Safety Symbols
Symbol Description
Type-BF applied part.
The ultrasound probes connected to this system are type-BF applied parts.
The ECG module connected to this system is Type-BF applied part.
General warning, caution, risk of danger.
Patient/user infection due to contaminated equipment. Be careful when
performing the cleaning, disinfection and sterilization.
Patient injury or tissue damage from ultrasound radiation. It is required to
practice ALARA when operating ultrasound system.