Chapter 2 Operating Precautions And General Safety; Warnings; Electrical Safety; Operating Warnings - Johnson & Johnson DePuy Synthes FMS VUE II Manual Del Usuario

Chapter 2
Operating Precautions and General Safety
Read and understand this manual before using the FMS VUE II system.
The following list of warnings and precautions applies to the general
operation of the FMS VUE II System.
2.1

Warnings

2.1.1 Electrical Safety

• Electrical safety testing should be performed by a biomedical engineer or other qualified
person .
• Risk of electrical shock: Do not remove the pump housing . Refer servicing to authorized Repair
Service Center .
• Do not connect the device to a power source that is not properly earthed (grounded) . If the
power source is not grounded, use the equipotential connector .
• Disconnect the device from the main power source when cleaning, servicing or inspecting .
• Inspect all equipment and cables periodically for wear . If damage is noted, replace or return to
Repair Service Center .
• Avoid fluid contact with the system and its electrical connectors .
• To avoid risk of fire, replace fuses with same type and rating .
• Do not restrict access to the power switch . Ensure that the pump is positioned so that access
to power main is not obstructed . To remove all mains power from the unit, disconnect the
power cord from the appliance inlet .
• The FMS VUE II pump power supply detachable cord serves as the means of isolation
between the power supply and the power main . Ensure that the placement of the equipment
does not interfere with access to the power supply cord .

2.1.2 Operating Warnings

• This equipment may be operated only by arthroscopic surgeons . The surgeon using this device
must be trained in arthroscopic surgical procedures, be aware of the risks associated with
those procedures, and have current knowledge of technological advances in surgical products
and techniques .
• While using the tubing with one-way valve, if additional joint pressure is created by the surgeon
during joint manipulation, the pressure displayed at the pump will not reflect the pressure
change, which could possibly lead to extravasation .
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