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1.
About this User Manual
While reading the user manual you will see that it includes warning signs, to alert you
to risks arising from incorrect usage of the product that could result in death, injuries
or material damage. Always take careful note of these warnings! The warning signs are
highlighted as shown on the right.
2.
Transport and storage
Protect the product against external forces (e.g. impacts, shocks and knocks) during transport
Check the EPIG® injector for any transport damage before use.
Transport and/or store the EPIG® injector in its original packing.
Store the EPIG® injector so that it is protected from sunlight.
Do not store the batteries at temperatures lower than 5°C.
Never store the EPIG® injector in a wet or damp condition (e.g. directly after cleaning).
3.
General safety advice for operating and cleaning
Direct contact between the vaccine and/or rinsing fluid and the eyes and/or respiratory tract of
the operator can be harmful. In these cases, seek immediate medical advice and show the vaccine
information sheet.
Use the EPIG® device for vaccinating
pigs around weaning until the end of nursery only (max. 10
weeks of age)
with aqueous vaccines.
Keep children out of the operating area.
Do
not
point the EPIG® device towards any part of your body or towards other people! In case of
accidental injection of vaccine and/or rinsing fluid, seek immediate medical advice and show the
vaccine information sheet.
Beware of the spike in the bottle holder. It may contain residues of the vaccine and/or rinsing
fluid. In case of a spike wound, seek immediate medical advice and show the vaccine information
sheet.
Do
not
operate the safety cylinder around the injection heads with your hand when starting,
vaccinating or cleaning.
If the safety cylinders are pressed when fingers or any other part of the body are in front of the
injection heads, there is a danger of accidental self-injection with vaccine or rinsing fluid. Seek
immediate medical advice and show the vaccine information sheet.
Wear safety goggles and a mask when using the EPIG® device. Ensure goggles are clean for optimal
vision.
Wear rubber gloves when cleaning the EPIG® device.
Do not throw the battery into water. Protect the battery from water and humidity, which could
cause it to leak and release hazardous substances.
Do not throw the battery into fire, nor heat the battery. It may explode and/or release hazardous
substances.
Do not expose the battery to temperatures higher than 60°C. It may explode and/or release
hazardous substances.
Only veterinary practitioners or operators instructed by a veterinary practitioner are permitted to
work with the EPIG® device and vaccines.
Dropping the device while it is loaded with liquid may cause an unintended release.
EN - EPIG User manual
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Summary of Contents for EPIG
Page 24: ...23 17 EC declaration EN EPIG User manual 24 ...
Page 48: ...24 17 EC verklaring NL EPIG Handleiding 48 ...
Page 72: ...24 17 EC Erklärung DE EPIG Bedienungsanleitung 72 ...
Page 95: ...23 17 Déclaration CE FR EPIG Manuel d utilisation 95 ...
Page 119: ...24 17 Declaración CE ES EPIG Manual de usuario 119 ...
