Safety Precautions - Konica Minolta PULSOX-2 Instruction Manual

To ensure correct use of this instrument, read the following points carefully
and adhere to them. After you have read this manual, keep it in a safe place
where it can be referred to anytime a question arises.
WARNING
Do not use the instrument in places where flammable or combustible gases
(anesthetic gas etc.) are present. Doing so may cause a fire.
Do not put the batteries on a fire, short-circuit them, heat them or disassemble
them. Doing so may cause explosion or heat generation, resulting in fire or injury.
This device is designed to measure the oxygen saturation level (SpO
the pulse rate. It should not be used as a warning device to detect cessation
of breathing or irregular breathing during sleep.
CAUTION
Do not use batteries other than those specified by KONICA MINOLTA SENS-
ING. When installing batteries in the instrument, make sure that they are
correctly oriented according to the (+) and (–) marks. For a model which use
more than one battery, do not mix new and old batteries, or mix batteries of
different types. Failure to adhere to these instructions may cause explosion
of the batteries or leakage of electrolyte, resulting in fire, injury or corrosion.
Do not place the instrument on an unstable or sloping surface. Doing so may
result in its dropping or overturning, causing injury. Take care not to drop the
instrument when carrying it.
Do not operate the instrument for long periods of time with a finger holder at-
tached to a patient. Low-temperature burn, redness or rash may result. If you
feel pain or itchiness, stop use of the instrument immediately and consult a doc-
tor. A doctor should also be consulted before using the instrument on infants,
those with peripheral blood circulation problems or those with sensitive skins.
If alkali fluid from the battery comes in contact with eyes, skin, or clothing,
immediately wash the affected area and see a physician for treatment.
Do not use wet batteries. Do not use instrument if the battery compartment con-
tains water. Doing so may cause explosion or heat generation, resulting in fire or
injury.
Do not disassemble or modify the instrument. Doing so may cause a fire or elec-
tric shock.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

(Failure to adhere to the following points may result in
death or serious injury.)
(Failure to adhere to the following points may result in
injury or damage to the instrument or other property.)
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