Regulatory And Safety Information; Safety Conventions; Safety Hazards - GE MAC 1600 Service Manual

Introduction

Regulatory and Safety Information

This section provides information about the safe use and regulatory compliance of
this device. Familiarize yourself with this information and read and understand all
instructions before attempting to use this device. The system software is considered
medical software. As such, it was designed and manufactured to the appropriate
medical regulations and controls. Any exceptions are noted in the Compliance
Information - Exceptions section.
NOTE:
Disregarding the safety information provided is considered abnormal use of
this device and could result in injury, loss of data, and void any existing product
warranties.

Safety Conventions

A Hazard is a source of potential injury to a person, property, or the product.
This manual uses the terms DANGER, WARNING, and CAUTION to point out hazards
and to designate a degree or level of seriousness. Familiarize yourself with the
following definitions and their significance.
Definitions of Safety Conventions
Safety
Convention
DANGER
WARNING
CAUTION

Safety Hazards

The following messages apply to the product as a whole. Specific messages may
also appear elsewhere in the manual.
DANGER:
Do not use in the presence of flammable anesthetics.
WARNING:
CONNECTION TO MAINS. This is class I equipment.
The mains plug must be connected to an appropriately grounded power supply.
WARNING:
BATTERY OPERATION. If the integrity of the protective earth conductor is in doubt,
operate the unit from its battery.
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Definition
Indicates an imminent hazard, which, if not avoided, will result in death
or serious injury.
Indicates a potential hazard or unsafe practice, which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a potential hazard or unsafe practice, which, if not avoided,
could result in minor personal injury or product/property damage.
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