Company Ltd Instruction manual Blood Pressure Monitor TM-2655/TM-2655P

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GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
Obey the following precautions for safe and correct usage.
Precautions unique to the TM-2655/TM-2655P appear on the relevant page in this manual. Read the
manual thoroughly before use.
When installing and storing the device
 Install or store the device away from moisture.
 Do not install or store the device where the device may be badly affected by extreme temperature,
humidity, direct sunlight, draft, dust, salinity or sulfur content in the air.
 Do not install or store the device where chemicals, and corrosive or explosive gases are stored or
present.
 Install or store the device in a secure, level and stable location.
 Install or store the device where adequate power is provided. (Where a medical 3P electrical outlet
is provided.)
Before use
 Check to make sure the device operates safely and accurately.
 Check all cables for proper connection.
 When other medical equipment is used at the same time, a diagnostic error or dangerous situation
may occur. Check all connections to make sure they do not interfere with each other.
 When other telemeters are used, check that mutual interference will not cause a problem.
During use
 Check the patient and the device during use.
 If medical or operational problems are found in the device or the patient, stop using the device
immediately, check the status of the patient and take proper action.
 Do not use the device during MRI scanning.
 Do not use the device on a patient using a heart-lung machine.
 High frequency interference by electrosurgery or energy discharged by a defibrillator may damage
the device. Follow the precautions described in the manual for each device.
 Do not use a cellular telephone near the device. It could affect the device’s operation.
 The personal computer and medical equipment connected to the device are not allowed to be in the
patient area.
 The personal computer used must conform to IEC60950
After use
 Follow the predetermined procedure to return the operation switches to their original positions, and
then turn off the power.
 Do not forcibly pull out the cables. Hold the connector with your hand when disconnecting the
cable.
 Keep the device clean and in proper operating condition so that it can be used without problem
during the next operation.
 Clean the accessories and arrange them before storage.
Environmental protection
 Remove the built-in lithium battery from the device when the device is to be disposed of.
 This device, any part of, and the built-in lithium battery are not treated as ordinary household waste,