Welch Allyn CP 200 12-Lead Resting Electrocardiograph - User Manual User Manual
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Directions for Use
Chapter 1 Introduction
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Warnings Related to Using the Electrocardiograph
WARNING This device captures and presents data reflecting a patient’s
physiological condition. When reviewed by a trained physician or clinician, this
data can be useful in determining a diagnosis. However, the data should not be
used as a sole means for determining a patient’s diagnosis.
WARNING To avoid serious injury or death, take these precautions during
patient defibrillation:
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Avoid contact with the electrocardiograph, patient cable, and patient.
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Verify that the patient leads are properly connected. See
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Place defibrillator paddles properly in relation to electrodes.
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After defibrillation, pull each patient lead out of the patient cable and inspect
the tips for charring (black carbon marks). If there is any charring, the patient
cable and individual leads must be replaced. If there is no charring, fully
reinsert the leads into the patient cable. (Charring can occur only if a lead is
not fully inserted into the patient cable before defibrillation.)
WARNING To prevent the spread of infection, take these precautions:
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Dispose of single-use components (for example, electrodes) after using
them once.
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Regularly clean and disinfect all components that come in contact with
patients. See
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Avoid ECG testing for patients with open, infectious sores.
WARNING Avoid positioning any leads or cables so that they could easily trip
someone or become wrapped around a patient’s neck.
WARNING Satisfactory maintenance procedures must be implemented, or
equipment failure and health hazards may result.
WARNING Only qualified service personnel should attempt to repair the
electrocardiograph. In case of a malfunction, call Technical Support and precisely
describe the problem. For phone numbers, see
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