Preventing Electric Shock; Preventing Injuries And Infections - Seca 651 Instructions For Use Manual

Preventing electric shock

Preventing injuries and infections

the above-mentioned requirements of standards. In the event of any
queries, please contact your local specialist dealer or Technical
Service.
► Have servicing carried out regularly as described in the relevant
section of this document.
► Technical modifications may not be made to the device. The device
does not contain any parts for servicing by the user. Only have
servicing and repairs performed by an authorized seca Service
partner. You can find service partners in your area at
www.seca.com or by sending an e-mail to service@seca.com.
► Only use original seca accessories and spare parts, otherwise seca
will not grant any warranty.
CAUTION!
Patient hazard, malfunction
► Keep other electrical medical devices, e.g. high-frequency surgical
devices, a minimum distance of approx. 1 meter away to prevent
incorrect measurements or wireless transmission interference.
► Keep HF devices such as cell phones a minimum distance of
approx. 1 meter away to prevent incorrect measurements or
wireless transmission interference.
► The actual transmission output of HF equipment may require
minimum distances of more than 1 meter. Details can be found at
www.seca.com.
WARNING!
Electric shock
► Set up the device so that the power supply socket is easy to reach
and the device can be disconnected from the power supply quickly.
► Ensure that your local power supply matches the information on the
power supply unit.
► Do not touch the power supply unit with wet hands.
► Do not use extension cables or power strips.
► Make sure that cables are not pinched or damaged by sharp edges.
► Make sure that cables do not come into contact with hot objects.
► Do not operate the device at an altitude of more than 3000 m above
sea level.
► Only devices which are approved as medical devices and have no
separate power supply may be connected to the USB interface.
WARNING!
Injury from falls
► Ensure that the device is positioned firmly and level.
► Route connecting cables (if present) in such a way that neither user
nor patient can trip over them.
► Assist people with limited motor skills when they are getting up, e.g.
from a wheelchair.
► Make sure that the patient does not step onto and off the weighing
platform right at the edges.
► Make sure that the patient steps onto and off the weighing platform
slowly and safely.
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