CareFusion Alaris Directions For Use Manual page 9

Hazards
• An explosion hazard exists if the Alaris Enteral Syringe Pump is used in the presence of flammable
anaesthetics. Exercise care to locate the Alaris Enteral Syringe Pump away from any such hazardous
sources.
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• Dangerous Voltage: An electrical shock hazard exists if the Alaris Enteral Syringe Pump's casing is opened
or removed. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
• When connected to an external power source, a three-wire (Live, Neutral, Earth) supply must be used. If
the integrity of the external protective conductor in the installation or its arrangement is in doubt, the
Alaris Enteral Syringe Pump should be operated from the battery.
• Do not open the RS232/Nurse Call protective covering when not in use. Electrostatic discharge (ESD)
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precautions are required when connecting RS232/Nurse Call. Touching the pins of the connectors may
result in ESD protection failure. It is recommended that all actions must be taken by appropriately trained
personnel.
• If the Alaris Enteral Syringe Pump is dropped, subjected to excessive moisture, fluid spillage, humidity or
high temperature, or otherwise suspected to have been damaged, remove it from service for inspection
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by a qualified service engineer. When transporting or storing the Alaris Enteral Syringe Pump, use original
packaging where possible, and observe to temperature, humidity and pressure ranges stated in the
'Specifications' section and on the outer packaging.
• Warning: Alaris Enteral Syringe Pumps should not be modified or altered in any way, except where
explicitly directed or authorised by CareFusion. Any use of Alaris Enteral Syringe Pumps which have been
altered or modified otherwise than in strict application of directions provided by CareFusion, is at your
sole risk, and CareFusion does not provide any warranty for or endorsement on any Alaris Enteral Syringe
Pump that has been so modified or altered. CareFusion's product warranty shall not apply in the event
the Alaris Enteral Syringe Pump has suffered damage or premature wear, or malfunctions or otherwise
operates incorrectly, as a result of unauthorised modification or alteration of the Alaris Enteral Syringe
Pump.
Electromagnetic Compatibility and Interference
• The Alaris Enteral Syringe Pump is protected against the effects of external interference, including high
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energy radio frequency emissions, magnetic fields and electrostatic discharge (for example, as generated
by electrosurgical and cauterising equipment, large motors, portable radios, cellular telephones etc.) and
is designed to remain safe when abnormally high levels of interference are encountered.
• Therapeutic Radiation Equipment: Do not use the Alaris Enteral Syringe Pump in the vicinity of any
Therapeutic Radiation Equipment. Levels of radiation generated by the radiation therapy equipment such
as Linear Accelerator, may severely affect functioning of the Alaris Enteral Syringe Pump. Please consult
manufacturer's recommendations for safe distance and other precautionary requirements. For further
information, please contact your local CareFusion representative.
• Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI): The Alaris Enteral Syringe Pump contains ferromagnetic materials
which are susceptible to interference with magnetic field generated by the MRI devices. Therefore, the
Alaris Enteral Syringe Pump is not considered an MRI compatible pump. If use of the Alaris Enteral Syringe
Pump within an MRI environment is unavoidable, then CareFusion highly recommends securing the
Alaris Enteral Syringe Pump at a safe distance from the magnetic field outside the identified 'Controlled
Access Area' in order to evade any magnetic interference to the Alaris Enteral Syringe Pump; or MRI
image distortion. This safe distance should be established in accordance with the manufacturers'
recommendations regarding electromagnetic interference (EMI). For further information, please refer to
the product Technical Service Manual (TSM). Alternatively, contact your local CareFusion representative for
further guidance.
• Accessories: Do not use any non-recommended accessory with the Alaris Enteral Syringe Pump. The Alaris
Enteral Syringe Pump is tested and compliant with the relevant EMC claims only with the recommended
accessories. Use of any accessory, transducer or cable other than those specified by CareFusion may result
in increased emissions or decreased Alaris Enteral Syringe Pump immunity.
• This Alaris Enteral Syringe Pump is a CISPR 11 Group 1 Class A device and uses RF energy only for its
internal function in the normal product offering. Therefore, its RF emissions are very low and are not likely
to cause any interference with the nearby electronic equipment. However, the Alaris Enteral Syringe Pump
emits a certain level of electromagnetic radiation which is within the levels specified by IEC/EN60601-1-2.
If the Alaris Enteral Syringe Pump interacts with other equipment, measures should be taken to minimise
the effects, for instance by repositioning or relocation.
• In some circumstances the Alaris Enteral Syringe Pump may be affected by an electrostatic discharge
through air at levels close to or above 15kv; or by radio frequency radiation close to or above 10v/m.
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If the Alaris Enteral Syringe Pump is affected by this external interference the Alaris Enteral Syringe
Pump will remain in a safe mode; the Alaris Enteral Syringe Pump will stop the delivery and alert the
user by generating a combination of visual and audible alarms. Should any alarm condition persist after
user intervention, it is recommended to remove the Alaris Enteral Syringe Pump from service. (Consult
Technical Service Manual for further information).
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