Welch Allyn Connex ProBP 3400 digital blood pressure device - User Manual User Manual

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WARNING Welch Allyn is not responsible for the integrity of any mounting

installation. Welch Allyn recommends that customers contact their Biomedical

Engineering Department or maintenance service to ensure professional installation

for safety and reliability of any mounting accessory.

WARNING The device is not defibrillator proof.

WARNING The device may not function properly if dropped or damaged. Do not

use the device if you notice any signs of damage. Qualified service personnel must

check any device that is dropped or damaged for proper operation before putting

the device back into use.

WARNING Defective batteries can damage the device. If the battery shows any

signs of damage, leakage, or cracking, it must be replaced immediately, and only

with a battery recommended for or supplied with the device.

WARNING Improper disposal of batteries may create an explosion or

contamination hazard. Never dispose of batteries in refuse containers. Do not

dispose of the battery in fire. Always recycle batteries according to local

regulations.

WARNING Improper handling of the battery can lead to heat generation, smoke,

bursting, or fire.

WARNING Do not remove the label from the battery.

WARNING Do not disassemble, modify, or solder the battery.

WARNING Do not directly connect or short circuit the positive (+) and negative (-)

battery terminals.

WARNING To avoid short circuits, keep battery terminals away from metal

objects.

WARNING Do not expose the battery to temperatures higher than 80 °C/176 °F.

WARNING If the accuracy of any measurement is in question, check the patient's

vital sign(s) with an alternate method and then check to verify the device is

functioning properly.

WARNING For proper patient electrical isolation and battery charging, use only

the provided external power supply to charge the device.

WARNING Electric shock hazard. Use the USB connector only to connect to

devices complying with IEC 60601-1 or other IEC standards as appropriate to the

device. The user is responsible for verifying that the system complies with the

requirements of the system standard IEC 60601-1-1 if additional devices are

connected to the ProBP 3400.

WARNING Electric shock hazard. Before cleaning the device, disconnect the

power cord from the power source and the device.

Caution Take care to prevent water or other fluid from entering any connectors

on the device. Should this occur, dry the connectors with warm air. Check the

accuracy of all operating functions.

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General warnings and cautions

Welch Allyn Connex® ProBP™ 3400 digital blood pressure device

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