2 Installation and Patient Safety Environment
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Environment
WARNING Possible explosion hazard if used in the presence of flammable anesthetics.
The environment where the gas analyzer is used should be free from vibration, dust, corrosive or
explosive gases, and extremes of temperature and humidity.
For a cabinet mounted installation with the monitor, allow sufficient room at the front for operation
and sufficient room at the rear for servicing with the cabinet access door open.
The IntelliVue G1 and the IntelliVue G5 operate within specifications at ambient temperatures
between 10C and 40C, 6 minutes after switching it on.
Ambient temperatures that exceed these limits could affect the accuracy of this instrument and cause
damage to the components and circuits. Allow at least 2 inches (5cm) clearance around the instruments
for proper air circulation.
CAUTION If the gas analyzer has been stored at temperatures below freezing, it needs a minimum of 4 hours at
room temperature to warm up before any connections are made to it.
Make sure that the gas analyzer is free of condensation before operation. Condensation can form when
equipment is moved from one building to another, thus being exposed to moisture and differences in
temperature.
Initial Inspection
Mechanical Inspection
Open the shipping container(s) and examine each part of the INtelliVue G1 / G5 for visible damage,
such as broken connectors or controls, or scratches on the equipment surfaces. If the shipping carton/
container is undamaged, check the cushioning material and note any signs of severe stress as an
indication of rough handling in transit. This may be necessary to support claims for hidden damage
that may only become apparent during subsequent testing.
Electrical Inspection
The IntelliVue G1 / G5 has undergone extensive testing prior to shipment. Safety testing at installation
is not required (except in situations where devices are interconnected forming a system). An extensive
self check may be performed. This recommendation does not supersede local requirements.
All tests are described in the Testing and Maintenance section of this manual.
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