Electricity-Related Safety Precautions - Vatech A9 User Manual

3.2

Electricity-related Safety Precautions

Check the status of the power source, PC, and cables before operating the
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equipment.
Ensure that Main Power Switch is set to off when the equipment is not in use.
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Always disconnect the power supply before cleaning the equipment.
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Always keep electrical cords away from hot appliances or radiators.
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Do not place the PC or peripheral equipment connected to the PC near the
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patient.
The equipment and PC should be connected to a common protective earth.
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Never overload the equipment's circuit by sharing it with too many appliances.
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Use the same power circuit for the PC and the equipment.
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Combining this equipment with other devices
Do not connect this equipment to devices that are not designated as a part of the
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system.
Do not connect this equipment to a Multiple Portable Socket-Outlet (MPSO) or
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extension cord, which is not provided with the equipment.
Electromagnetic compatibility
This X-ray equipment complies with IEC standard 60601-1-2.
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Medical electrical equipment is subject to special Electromagnetic Compatibility
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(EMC) preventive measures. It must be installed and operated as specified in
EMC information.
If high-voltage systems, radio link systems, or MRI systems are located within 5
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m of the unit, please observe the specifications stated in the installation
requirements.
Portable Radio Frequency (RF) communications equipment may interfere with
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medical electrical equipment. Therefore, the use of mobile wireless phones in
medical offices or hospital environments must be prohibited.
For more details, refer to 15.3 Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)
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Information.
Please also observe the Electro-Static Discharge (ESD) protective measures
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described.
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To avoid the risk of electric shock, this equipment must only
be connected to supply mains with protective earth.
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