Chapter 1: Introduction
Veterinary Vital Signs Monitor Operation Manual 1-3
patient assessment.
WARNING! Equipment is protected against defibrillator discharge. Rate
meters and displays may be temporarily affected during
defibrillation, but will rapidly recover.
WARNING! The vital sings monitor is suitable for use within the patient
environment IEC 60950 approved equipment must be placed
outside of the patient environment. The patient environment
is defined as any volume in which intentional or unintentional
contact can occur between the patient and parte of systems or
between the patient and other persons touching parts of the
system.
WARNING! When connecting this monitor to any instrument, verify proper
operation before clinical use. Use only equipment meeting
specifications given in this manual. Refer to the instrument's
user manual for full instructions. Accessory equipment
connected to the monitor's data interface must be certified
according to the respective IED standards, i.e. IEC 60950 for
data processing equipment or IEC 60601-1 for electro medical
equipment. All combinations of equipment must be in
compliance with IEC 60601-1-1 systems requirements. Anyone
connecting additional equipment to the signal input port or
signal output port configures a medical system, and therefore,
is responsible that the system complies with the requirements
of the system standard IEC 60601-1-1.
WARNING! Any monitor that has been dropped or damaged should be
checked by qualified service personnel to ensure proper
operation prior to use.
WARNING! Use only original manufacturer or recommended patient cables.
Use of accessories other than those specified may result in
increased electro-magnetic (EM) emissions or decreased EM
immunity of the device. To avoid potential electro-static
discharge interference, do not use cables that incorporate
metal or metal-coated connectors.
WARNING! Medical electrical equipment, including this device, needs
special precautions regarding electro-magnetic compatibility
(EMC) and needs to be installed and put into service according