User's Manual

Important Information — Please Read Before Use
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ALT-Y0003 INSTRUCTION MANUAL
 Care and storage
After use, reprocess and store this equipment referring to the instructions in Chapter 6, “Routine
Maintenance” in this manual. Inappropriate care and storage could present an infection control risk
and/or cause equipment damage or malfunction.
 Maintenance and inspection
The ALT-Y0003 requires routine maintenance and inspection. In addition to checks before use, the
person in charge of maintenance and administration of the medical equipment at the hospital should
periodically check all of the items described in this manual. If any irregularity is observed, do not use
this equipment and follow the procedure as described in Section 8.1, “Troubleshooting guide”. If the
irregularity still presents, this equipment needs repairing. Contact Olympus.
 Repair and modification
Do not disassemble, modify or attempt to repair this equipment and its accessories. Doing so could
result in operator or patient injury and/or equipment damage or malfunction. Some problems that
appear to be malfunctions may be corrected by referring to Section 8.1, “Troubleshooting guide”. If the
problem persists, do not use this equipment and contact Olympus.
 Disposal of this equipment
Follow all applicable national and local guidelines in disposing of this equipment.
 Signal words
The following signal words are used throughout this manual:
Describes serious adverse reactions and potential safety hazards, limitations
in use imposed by them, and steps that should be taken if they occur.
Includes information regarding any special care to be exercised by the
practitioner and/or patient for the safe and effective use of the device.
Indicates additional helpful information.
WARNING
PRECAUTION
NOTE