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Precautions | Symbols | Standards | Important Notes

Precautions

1. Samsung Blood Pressure Monitors are specified as Class I type BF units under the standard of IEC 601-1 (Safety of Medical Equipment). Therefore, patients must not touch or handle the inner side of the system at any time.

2. Do not modify the unit. If any modification is desired, contact Samsung or an authorized dealer for service.

3. The unit has been factory-adjusted for optimum performance. Do not attempt to adjust any preset controls or switches except those specified in this manual for operation.

4. If you experience any trouble with the unit, switch it off immediately, and contact Samsung or an authorized dealer for assistance.

5. Avoid storage in environments in which:

the atmospheric pressure falls below 70Kpa(700mbar) or exceeds 106Kpa (1060mbar)
the humidity is above 95%
the unit is exposed to spray or splashing water
the unit is exposed to dust
the unit is exposed to water vapor
the unit is exposed to high density oil vapor
the unit is exposed to salty atmosphere
the unit is exposed to explosive gas or dust
the unit is exposed to excessive shocks or vibrations
the angle of inclination of the mounting surface is in excess of 10 degrees
the unit is exposed to direct sunlight

Symbols

International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) has established a set of symbols for medical electrical equipment which classify a connection or warn of any potential hazards. The classifications and symbols are shown below:

Isolated patient connection (IEC 601-1-Type BF)

I and O on power switch represent ON and OFF, respectively.

This symbol identifies a safety note. Make sure you understand the function of this control before using it. Control function is described in operation manual.

Classification and Compliance with Standards

1. Internally powered equipment (Battery: 4 x LR6-AA).

2. Ordinary equipment without protection against ingress of water.

3. Equipment not suitable for use in presence of a flammable anesthetic mixture by standard of IEC 601-1 (Safety of Electric Medical Equipment).

4. Equipment that complies with Class A for Noise-Emission, Level B for Noise-immunity by standard of IEC 601-1-2 (Electromagnetic Compatibility Requirements).

Important Notes

1. To ensure safe operation and long term performance, it is essential that you fully understand the functions, operating, and maintenance instructions.

2. Particular attention must be paid to all warnings, cautions, and notes.

3. Incorrect operation, or failure of user to maintain the unit relieves the manufacturer or the agent of responsibility for the system's non-compliance with specifications or responsibility for any damage or injury.

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