EN-3
Warnings and Cautions
Please read this manual and follow its instructions carefully. The words
warning, caution, and note carry special meanings and should be carefully
reviewed:
Warning
Warnings indicate risks to the safety of the patient or user.
Failure to follow warnings may result in injury to the patient or
user.
Caution
Cautions indicate risks to the equipment. Failure to follow
cautions may result in product damage.
Note
Notes provide special information to clarify instructions or
present additional useful information.
To avoid potential serious injury to the user and the patient and/or damage to
this device, the user must obey the following warnings. The warranty is void if
any of these warnings is disregarded.
1. Read this operating manual thoroughly and be familiar with its contents
prior to setting up or using this equipment.
2. Carefully unpack the unit and check for any damage that may have
occurred during shipment. If damage is detected, refer to the Service
and Claims section in this manual.
3. Use of this device is restricted to qualified health care professionals who
have complete knowledge of the use of this equipment and the devices
to which it can be connected.
4. DO NOT use the Crossfire™ system with non-conductive irrigants (e.g.
sterile water, air, gas, glycine, etc.). Use only conductive irrigants, such as
saline or Ringer’s lactate, in order for the system to function properly.
5. Test this equipment prior to using it in a surgical procedure. This unit
was fully tested at the factory before shipment; however, it must be
tested for proper function in the environment and setup configuration
in which it will be used.
6. Attempt no internal repairs or adjustments not specifically detailed in
this operating manual. Refer any readjustments, modifications, and/or
repairs to Stryker Endoscopy or its authorized representatives.
7. Pay close attention to the care and cleaning instructions in this manual.
Failure to follow these instructions may result in product damage.
8. Install this device in an operating room that complies with all applicable
IEC, CEC, and NEC requirements for safety of electrical devices.
