Precautionary Instructions - Enraf Nonius Eltrac 471 Operating Instruction

3 Precautionary Instructions

In this section general warnings and precautions are listed, that you should be aware of when using the
Eltrac 471.
WARNING:
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Federal law (USA only) restricts this device to sale by, or on the order of, a physician or licensed
practitioner. This device should be used only under the continued supervision of a physician or
licensed practitioner.
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Make certain that the unit is electrically grounded by connecting only to a grounded electrical
service receptacle conforming to the applicable national and local electrical codes.
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You should be aware of the contraindications.
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Do not use force greater than 200N for cervical traction.
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Do not operate the unit in the vicinity (less than 2 meters distance) of a short-wave device.
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The patient must be at all times within sight of the practitioner.
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The device should not be used in so-called wet rooms (hydrotherapy rooms).
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This device is not suitable for use in the presence of flammable anesthetics mixture with air,
oxygen, or nitrous oxide.
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This device should be kept out of the reach of children.
CAUTION:
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Read, understand and practice the precautionary and operating instructions. Know the limitations
and hazards associated with using any electrical stimulation device. Observe the precautionary
and operational stickers placed on the unit.
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Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein
may result in hazardous exposure.
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Use the Eltrac 471 only in conjunction with the appropriate accessories from Enraf-Nonius BV.
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This unit should be operated, transported and stored at temperatures between 10 and 40° C (50°
and 104° F) with a relative humidity ranging from 10-90%, non-condensing and an atmospheric
pressure between 500 and 1060 hPa.
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Do not expose the unit to direct sunlight, heat radiated from a heat radiator, excessive amounts of
dust, moisture, vibrations and mechanical shocks.
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In the case of ingress of liquids, unplug the unit from the mains supply and have it checked by an
authorized person (see the paragraph on maintenance).
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Before administering any treatment to a patient you should become acquainted with the operating
procedures for each mode of treatment available, as well as the indications, contra-indications,
warnings and precautions. Consult other resources for additional information regarding the
application of electrotherapy.
Follow the instructions in the user manual
It is important that you read, understand and observe the precautionary and operating instructions.
TYPE B APPLIED PART
According IEC60601-1
Emergency stop
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