Physio Control LIFEPAK 9 - Safety Information; Introduction; Terms

LIFEPAK 9 defibrillator/monitor
Safety
Information
Introduction This safety information includes terms and symbols used in this manual or
on the equipment to alert both operating and service personnel of
recommended precautions in care, use and handling of this specialized
medical equipment.
Refer to NFPA (National Fire Protection Association) 99-1990, Health Care
Facilities, and NFPA 70-1990, National Electrical Code, for specific
guidelines on the standards and practices for health-care instruments and
environments.
Terms Certain terms are used in this manual, or on the equipment. Familiarize
yourself with their definitions and significance.
Danger: Immediate hazards which will result in severe personal injury
or death.
Warning: Hazards or unsafe practices which could result in severe
personal injury or death.
Caution: — Hazards or unsafe practices which could result in minor
personal injury or product damage.
Note: Points of particular interest for more efficient or convenient
instrument operation. Additional information or explanation
concerning the subject under discussion.
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