Hints For Your Safety; General Safety Information; Danger For Users, Patients And Third Parties - Atmos C 341 Battery Operating Instructions Manual

2.0 Hints for your safety

The safety of the ATMOS C 341 Battery complies with all the recognized rules of
technology and the guidelines of the Medical Devices Act.
Please read and pay attention to the safety instructions prior to using the product.

2.1 General safety information

Report all serious incidents that have occurred in connection with this product to the
manufacturer and your national competent authority.
Make yourself familiar with the device at an early stage, so you can use it even in hectic
situations.
Only a fully functional product will meet the safety requirements of users, patients and
third parties. Please therefore read the following instructions carefully.
Never operate the unit, if it shows any obvious safety defects. Check the unit at regular
intervals for safety and function.

2.2 Danger for users, patients and third parties

WARNING
Take care that the device is always functional and ready for use.
Your patient may suffocate.
• Ensure that the device is always ready for use in an emergency.
• Position the unit in an easily accessible location and keep access free.
• Make sure that the charging accessories are functional. Replace defective charging
accessories immediately.
• Recharge the battery at the latest after 3 months, even if you do not use the device.
• Carry out a function check after each use. Carry out a function check every 4 weeks
in case you do not use the device for a longer period.
• ATMOS recommends always having another suction device ready to hand in case of
any device failure. So you can suck even in the event of equipment failure.
• Please observe the notes on electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) of the device.
• Use only original accessories and original spare parts from ATMOS
WARNING
Avoid misapplication.
Your patient may be seriously injured.
• The ATMOS C 341 Battery may only be used by persons who were medically trained,
or have been instructed by a doctor.
• Using the device on children requires a lower vacuum setting. Observe the instruc-
tions issued by the attending physician.
• Employ the device only according to its intended use.
• Never use the device for low-vacuum suction.
• Too many suction operations may cause minor bleedings.
• Observe the valid guidelines.
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