Cautions - GE Giraffe OmniBed Carestation CS1 Service Manual

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Cautions

Cautions
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Warning: Allow the heater to cool before servicing.
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Warning: Be sure the front of the chassis is supported before removing the screws
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from the bracket to prevent the chassis from falling.
Caution: Do not allow alcohol or substances containing alcohol, such as hand-
disinfectants, to come in contact with any acrylic part. Alcohol can cause clouding
of acrylic parts. After using a hand-disinfectant, allow your hands to thoroughly dry
before touching the device.
Caution: Do not remove the compartment sensor mounted to the bed panel on the
Control Panel end; the compartment sensor must remain in the correct position for
proper operation.
Caution: Pins of connectors identified with the Electrostatic Discharge Sensitive
symbol should not be touched and connection should not be made to these
connectors unless Electrostatic Discharge precautionary procedures are used.
Caution: Do not mount or rest a radiant warmer or incandescent light on or over
the device canopy; ineffective heating and damage to the canopy may result. If
using incandescent phototherapy lamps, check manufacturer's recommended
minimum distance to canopy.
Caution: Detailed information for more extensive repairs is included in the service
manual solely for the convenience of authorized service personnel trained by
General Electric having proper knowledge, tools and test equipment.
Caution: Do not clean or disinfect the device with organic solvents, scouring
compounds, strong acids, or strong bases. These compounds may damage
components.
Caution: Do not autoclave or gas sterilize any plastic parts unless stated otherwise
in the manual.
Caution: U.S. Federal law restricts this device for sale by or on the order of a
licensed medical practitioner.
Caution: This device is for professional use only.
Caution: Do not move the device by pushing or pulling on the bed panels. This
action may lead to the deterioration and breakage of these components.
Caution: Do not place objects on the device legs.
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