User's Manual

Safety Precautions
Canis014D07 User Manual 6
1 Safety Precautions
To avoid personal injury or product damage, be sure to read the user manual and all accompanying documents
carefully and pay attention to all safety precautions before using the equipment. Operation and Maintenance must be in
accordance with the instructions contained in this manual.
1.1 Radiation Safety
This equipment may be dangerous to the patient and operator unless safe exposure factors and operating instructions
are observed.
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WARNING
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The owner and/or operator of this equipment to comply with all applicable rules and
regulations concerning radiation safety and protection in their area.
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Excessive exposure to X-ray radiation is harmful.
Verify the exclusion zone is clear of all personnel. Failure to comply may result in personnel
injury.
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All users should comply with the Radiation Protection Policies established by the
government.
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CAUTION
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All users and patients should wear protective garment, such as a lead apron which is
covered until collar, for radiation protection.
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Do not enable this equipment until patient and operator are positioned and ready for
the exposure, reducing the likelihood of interruption and preventing inadvertent
exposure of anyone to x-rays.
1.2 Equipment and Power Source
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WARNING
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To avoid risk of electrical shock, this equipment must only be connected to a supply
mains with protective earth when charging.
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Use only the supplied adapter provided by iRay.
The equipment may be damaged if you use another power adapter.
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CAUTION
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Do not hit or drop the equipment.
The equipment may be damaged if it receives a strong jolt, which may result in fire or
electric shock if the equipment is used without being repaired.
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Be sure to disconnect the power cable by holding the plug or connector, not by pulling
the cable itself.
If you pull the cable too hard, the core wire may be damaged, resulting in fire or electric
shock.