Cautions - Novametrix Medical Systems 511 User Manual

Section 2 Patient Safety
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• Exposure to excessive illumination such as surgical lamps—especially ones with a
xenon light source, or direct sunlight
• Excessive patient movement
• Venous pulsations
• Electrosurgical interference

Cautions

Indicates a condition that may lead to equipment damage or malfunction.
• Do not operate the Model 511 when it is wet due to spills or condensation.
• Do not operate the Model 511 if it appears to have been dropped or damaged.
• Never sterilize or immerse the monitor in liquids.
• Do not sterilize or immerse sensors except as directed in this manual.
• No tension should be applied to any sensor cable.
• Do not store the monitor or sensors at temperatures less than 14° F (-10° C) or greater
than 131° F (55° C).
• Do not operate the monitor or sensors at temperatures less than 32° F (0° C) or greater
than 130° F (54.4° C).
• Caution: Federal (U.S.A.) law restricts this device to sale, distribution, or use by or on
the order of a licensed medical practitioner.
Caution
01-May-96
Model 511
User's Manual