NIRx NIRSport User Manual
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Optical Safety
The device uses low-power NIR LED illumination and falls under Laser Class I (eye safe).
Methods of sterilization or disinfection
Applied parts (fiber optic probe tips) can be disinfected with diluted isopropyl ('rubbing') alcohol 70%.
Fiber optics are NOT suitable for autoclaving. Fiber optics /LED probes and fabric caps are suitable for
cold-gas sterilization. Please see also section “Cleaning, sterilization, and disinfection” on p.5.
Degree of safety in the presence of flammable anesthetics
The equipment is not suitable for use in the presence of a flammable anesthetic mixture with air or with
oxygen or nitrous oxide.
Declaration of Electromagnetic Emissions/Immunity
Medical electrical equipment needs special precautions regarding electromagnetic compatibility (EMC).
The NIRSport equipment needs to be installed and put into service according to the EMC information
provided below.
Mobile and portable RF communications devices can affect the equipment.
cables other than those specified, with the exception of
parts sold by NIRx as replacement parts for internal components, may result in
increased emissions or decreased immunity of the NIRSport instrument.
should not be used adjacent to or stacked with other
equipment. If adjacent or stacked use is necessary, the instrument should be
observed to verify normal operation in the configuration in which it will be used.