Welch Allyn Connex ProBP 3400 digital blood pressure device - User Manual - Manual (Page 15)

General warnings and cautions
WARNING The information in this directions for use is a comprehensive guide to
the operation of ProBP 3400. For best results, read this directions for use thoroughly
before using the device.
WARNING The device is designed for medical clinician use. Although this
directions for use may illustrate medical spot-check techniques, only a trained
clinician who knows how to take and interpret a patient's vital signs should use this
device.
WARNING The device is intended for use only in environments with clinician
supervision.
WARNING The device is not intended for continuous monitoring. Do not leave the
device unattended while taking measurements on a patient.
WARNING The device is not intended for use during patient transport.
WARNING Fire and explosion hazard. Do not operate the device in the presence
of a flammable anesthetic mixture with air, oxygen, or nitrous oxide; in oxygen-
enriched environments; or in any other potentially explosive environment.
WARNING Use only Welch Allyn approved accessories. Use of unapproved
accessories with the device can affect patient and operator safety, and can reduce
product performance and accuracy. To ensure patient safety and optimal product
performance, use only accessories and supplies recommended for or supplied with
the device, and use according to the accessory manufacturer's directions for use.
WARNING Every three months, inspect the blood pressure cuff and other
accessories for fraying or other damage. Replace as necessary.
WARNING Inaccurate measurement risk. Do not use the device on patients who
are connected to heart/lung machines.
WARNING Electric shock hazard. Do not open the device or attempt repairs.
There are no user-serviceable parts inside ProBP 3400 other than battery
replacement. Only perform routine cleaning and maintenance procedures
specifically described in this directions for use. Inspection and servicing of internal
parts shall only be performed by qualified service personnel.
WARNING The device complies with applicable domestic and international
standards for electromagnetic interference and should not present problems to
other equipment or be affected by other devices. As a precaution, avoid using the
device in close proximity to other equipment.
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