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CAUTION:
Indicates a hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in minor injury and/or
property damage.
NOTICE:
Indicates a hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, may result in property damage.
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To reduce the risks associated with infection follow all cleaning and disinfecting instructions included in this
manual. Establish and follow a cleaning and disinfecting schedule.
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To reduce the risks associated with very strong electromagnetic fi elds avoid using the stethoscope near
strong radio frequency signals or portable and/or mobile RF devices. If you hear sudden or unexpected sounds,
move away from any radio transmitting antennas.
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To reduce the risks associated with sharp edges make sure that the soft sealing eartips are snapped fi rmly
into position as shown in this manual. Use only Littmann replaceable eartips.
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To reduce the risks associated with an incorrect result store and operate this stethoscope only as instructed
in this manual. As there is no acoustic (non-amplifi ed) mode available with this stethoscope, replace the alkaline
battery within two hours of the battery life icon beginning to fl ash in the LCD display. Use only type AA batteries.
Also, do not immerse the stethoscope in a liquid or subject it to any sterilization processes.
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To reduce the risk associated with an electrical shock do not use the stethoscope on patients without the
stethoscope's diaphragm cover in place.
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To reduce the risks associated with environmental contamination follow applicable regulations when
disposing of this stethoscope. Properly dispose of, or recycle, spent batteries.
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No modifi cation of this equipment is allowed. Use only authorized 3M service personnel to repair this
stethoscope. Read, understand, and follow all the safety information on the battery package.
Intended Use
The 3M Littmann® Electronic Stethoscope Model 3100 is intended for medical diagnostic purposes only. It may be used for
the detection and amplifi cation of heart, lungs, arteries, veins and other internal organs with the use of selective frequency
ranges. It can be used on any person undergoing a physical assessment.
Explanation of Signal Word Consequences
CAUTION
NOTICE
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