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Care and Maintenance
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9 Care and Maintenance
Special care is necessary when servicing, maintaining, and storing the device and
its accessories to maintain the functionality of the device and its accessories.
NOTE!
Service or maintenance work
Service or maintenance work may not be carried out during surgery.
9.1 Cleaning the Device
Manufacturer’s specifications
The manufacturer recommends that the device is cleaned after every procedure as
follows:
1. Use the
ON/OFF
button (push-push) to turn the device off.
2. Remove the power cable.
3. Wipe the surface of the device with a soft lint-free cloth moistened with the
surface disinfectant (for example Meliseptol® rapid). The concentration and
the time the disinfectant must be applied, depends on the information
provided by the manufacturer of the disinfectant. Make sure moisture does
not enter the device.
CAUTION!
Cleaning the Device
Do not sterilize the device.
9.2 Maintenance Intervals
Manufacturer's specifications
The manufacturer stipulates that qualified personnel or hospital technicians must
regularly test the device to assess its functionality and technical safety. This inspec-
tion has to be carried out once a year. The tests are described in ChapterAnnual In-
spection [}58].
Regular inspections will assist in early detection of possible malfunctions. This
helps to preserve the device and increases its safety and service life.
9.3 Maintenance by Authorized Service Technician
Two-year maintenance interval
An authorized service technician has to inspect and service the device at appropri-
ate intervals to ensure its safety and functionality. The minimum service interval is
two years, depending on frequency and duration of use. If the service interval is not
maintained, the manufacturer does not assume any liability for the functional
safety of the device.
A sticker located on the rear panel of the device states the latest date for the next
service or maintenance check.
Authorized trained personnel
Authorized service technicians are only trained and certified by the manufacturer.
All of the service tasks, such as changes, modifications, repairs, calibrations, etc.
may be carried out only by the manufacturer or manufacturer-approved trained
and skilled technicians.
Unauthorized personnel
The manufacturer is not liable for the operational safety of the device if unauthor-
ized persons conduct this maintenance or any other service tasks.
Liability
Unauthorized opening of the device and repairs performed by unauthorized per-
sonnel or third parties and/or changes or modifications release the manufacturer
of any liability concerning the operational safety of the device.
Technical documents
Receiving technical documentation from the manufacturer does not authorize indi-
viduals to perform repairs, adjustments, or alterations on the device or accessories/
peripherals.
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