Laerdal SimMan - Manual (Page 2)

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Cautions and Warnings
Laerdal SimMan should be operated by trained personnel.
Do not introduce fluids into the torso area or left (BP) arm of the
manikin, as electronic components may become damaged.
Clean with mild soap and water. DO NOT SUBMERGE MANIKIN.
Use on clean surface only. AVOID FELT TIPPED MARKERS, INK
PENS, ACETONE, IODINE OR OTHER STAINING MEDI-
CATIONS, AND PLACING THE MANIKIN ON NEWSPRINT OR
INKED LINES OF ANY KIND.
Students should wash their hands prior to using the simulator and
wear gloves when using the simulator. Treat SimMan as you would
a real patient.
Use of a defibrillator for training purposes represents an operational
hazard equivalent to use of a defibrillator on a real patient since it
involves the release of high levels of electrical energy into the
training manikin. Consequently:
All safety precautions for use of defibrillators must be followed, as if
the manikin were a patient. Consult your defibrillator's User Manual.
• Defibrillation should be performed on the defibrillation
connectors only. If defibrillation is performed over one or more
of the ECG connectors, high voltages may be present on
the remaining connectors during the shock.
• To prevent overheating, do not provide more than three (3)
defibrillator discharges (max 360J) in a sequence. Do not exceed
an average of two (2) defibrillator discharges per minute during
the training session.
• The manikin must not be in contact with electrically conducting
surfaces or objects during defibrillation. A flame supporting
atmosphere, for example with a high content of oxygen, should
be avoided during defibrillation.
• The manikin chest must be kept dry. Special attention should be
taken when using IV Arm, Urinary system or Bleeding Control
Modules.
• To prevent chest skin electrode pitting, do not apply conductive
gel or conductive defibrillation pads intended for patient use.
• Do not use cables or connectors having visible damage.
• Do not spill fluids over any component inside the manikin torso,
since this could damage the unit and might also present a possible
hazard for the operator.
• If a training session involves the administration of fluids and/or
drugs into the IV arm, empty the arm immediately following the
training session.
• Do not allow the manikin's skin to come in direct contact with ink
or photocopied paper, as this can permanently stain the skin.
Avoid using colored plastic gloves when handling the manikin,
as they may also cause discoloration.
• Do not introduce any fluids (except airway lubricant in small
amounts to lubricate the airway) into the esophagus or trachea
of the manikin.
This device generates, uses and possibly radiates radio-frequency
energy. If it is not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, it may cause harmful interference to radio communi-
cations. In that case, the user is encouraged to attempt correction of
the interference by:
1. Reorienting or relocating the receiving antenna.
2. Increasing the distance between the device and receiver.
3. Connecting the device to an outlet on a circuit different from
that to which the receiver is connected.
4. Consulting the dealer, or an experienced radio/TV technician,
for help.
Latex
The veins in the IV Arm, and Pneumothorax bladders contain latex.
Users who suffer from latex allergy should take precautions while
using or handling the latex parts by wearing non-latex protective
gloves.
Limited Warranty
Please refer Laerdal Global Warranty or see www.laerdal.com
Approvals:
The product is CE-marked and in compliance with
essential requirements of council directive 89/336/EEC;
EMC – directive.