mold, or damage the camera. If condensation does occur,
turn off the camera and wait for about two hours before using
it. Once the camera adjusts to the surrounding temperature,
the fogging will clear naturally.
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Warnings and contraindications!
3.1 When in use
• The camera may become warm if used for prolonged pe-
riod of time.
• Keep the camera as far away as possible from electroma-
gnetic equipment (such as microwave ovens, TVs, video
games, etc.).
• Do not use the camera near radio transmitters or high-
voltage lines.
• Never leave the camera and the battery in a car or on a car
hood in the summer. Doing so may cause leakage of the
battery electrolyte, overheating, fire, or a battery explosion
due to the high temperature.
• If the optical lens and control unit get wet, do not attempt to
dry with a heater, microwave, autoclave, or UV light.
• Do not extend the supplied cables. Do not keep the power
cord near any heat source.
• Disposal of used ear specula must be performed in ac-
cordance with current medical practices or local regula-
tions regarding disposal of infectious,biological medical
waste.
• Disposal of spent lithium battery must be performed in
accordance with local regulations regarding disposal of li-
battery waste.
3.2 Charging battery
• The time required for charging varies depending on the
conditions of battery usage. Charging takes longer at high
or low temperatures and when the battery has not been
used for some time.
• The battery will get warm during charging and stay warm
for some time thereafter.
• The battery will be drained completely if not used for long
periods of time, even after being charged.
• Only use Li-ion Battery 3.6 V and 2.600 mAh provided by
the manufacturer. The battery has an integrated protection
circuit. To ensure the safety of the product operation, if the
battery reaches its lifetime, please contact the manufactu-
rer to buy a spare battery.
3.3 Protection
• Do not attempt to remove the housing from the product to
prevent the product from malfunctioning.
• No modification of this device is allowed. The performance
would be subject to any modification and may cause hazar-
dous radiation exposure.
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Intended use
The Riester camera system (RCS-100) is a portable and
multifunctional electronic imaging diagnostic system which
consists of OT, DE, and GE three replaceable modules. This
camera system is designed to be operated by anyone who is
eighteen years and older or medical professionals to capture
images and video in specified operating environment.
Otoscope (OT):
intended to capture images and videos of eardrum of the ear.
Dermatoscope (DE):
intended to capture images and videos of skin.
General Lens (GE):
intended to capture digital images and video of mouth /
throat.
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Specified operating environment:
• Professional healthcare facility environment:
Physician offices, Dental offices, Clinics, Limited care faci-
lities, Freestanding surgical centers; Freestanding birthing
centers; Multiple treatment facilities; Hospitals (emergen-
cy rooms, patient rooms, intensive care, surgery rooms
except near HF SURGICAL EQUIPMENT, outside the RF
shielded room of an ME SYSTEM for magnetic resonance
imaging).
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What to do before first use
• Remove the Riester Camera System from the sales packa-
ge and check that all parts are undamaged
• Install the battery as instructed in point 7.3 of this manual.