RF Technologies Code Alert Care Manager In-Service Manual page 4

WARNING
PATIENT GENERATED ALARMS—Do not rely exclusively on patient
generated alarms for patient care and safety. The alarm function of equipment
in the possession of patients must be verified periodically and regular patient
surveillance is recommended.
WARNING
PATIENT MONITORING—The most reliable method of patient monitoring
combines close personal surveillance with correct operation of monitoring
equipment. It is the responsibility of the facility to periodically check on
patients in possession of RF Technologies, Inc.'s equipment (i.e. Pendants,
Pull Cords, Control Units) to mitigate risk of inappropriate use of equipment
or strangulation and stumbling hazards from cables and cords
WARNING
PRODUCT WARRANTIES—Failure to follow the Warnings and Cautions in
this guide voids any and all Product Warranties
WARNING
STATIC DISCHARGE—Do not touch the conductor portion of any conductor
or port. Damage tot he device may result.
WARNING
STRANGULATIONS AND TRIPPING HAZARD—Due to the possibility of
strangulation, all cables and cords should be routed away from the patient's throat.
Cables and cords must be routed in a way to prevent tripping hazards.
WARNING
SYSTEM INSPECTION—It is the responsibility of the facility to establish
and facilitate a regular inspection schedule for your system. RF Technologies,
Inc. recommend quarterly inspections of your system for safety and
performance by a qualified RF Technologies, Inc. representative.
To arrange for a quarterly inspection by RF Technologies, Inc., call our
Technical Support Department at (800)-669-9946 or (262) 790-1771.
Failure to provide regular inspection of these products may result in equipment
and/or system failure.