Electricity-Related Safety Precautions - Vatech PAX-I User Manual

2. Warnings and Precautions
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Electricity-related Safety Precautions

■ Check the status of the power source, PC and cables prior to operating the
equipment.
■ Ensure that the on/off switch is set to off when the equipment is not in use.
■ Always disconnect the power supply before cleaning the equipment.
■ Always keep electrical cords away from hot appliances or radiators.
■ DO NOT place the PC or peripheral equipment connected to the PC in the
immediate vicinity of the patient.
■ The equipment and PC should be connected to a common protective earth.
■ Never overload the equipment's circuit by sharing it with too many
appliances.
■ Use the same power circuit for the PC and the equipment.
Combining this equipment with other devices
■ Do not connect this equipment to devices which are not part of the system.
■ Do not connect this equipment to a Multiple Portable Socket-Outlet (MPSO)
or extension cord.
Electromagnetic compatibility
■ The PaX-i X-Ray unit complies with IEC standard 60601-1-2.
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Medical electrical equipment is subject to special EMC preventive
measures. It must be installed and operated as specified in the Installation
Requirements document.
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If high-voltage systems, radio link systems or MRI systems are located
within 5 m of the unit, please observe the specifications stated in the
installation requirements.
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Portable and mobile RF communications equipment may interfere with
medical electrical equipment. Therefore, the use of mobile wireless phones
in medical offices or hospital environments must be prohibited.
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