Limits For Operation, Storage, And Transportation - Philips MRC 600 Gebrauchsanweisung

Limits for Operation, Storage, and Transportation

• If functional defects or other deviations from the normal operational behavior occur, set
the X-ray system to OFF. Tell the company that puts the X-ray system that includes this X-
ray tube assembly on the market about the defects or deviations immediately. Continue the
operation of the X-ray system only after it is repaired. An operation with defective
components increases safety risks.
• Do not install the X-ray tube assembly to other medical devices than this X-ray tube
assembly is made for.
• The manufacturer of the X-ray tube assembly is responsible for the safety features of this X-
ray tube assembly. The manufacturer rejects the responsibility for the safety features of the
X-ray tube assembly if modifications are made.
• For the X-ray tube assembly correct operation and regular, competent maintenance are
necessary.
• Operate the X-ray tube assembly correctly. Maintain or let maintain the X-ray tube
assembly correctly. In other cases, the manufacturer of the X-ray tube assembly is not
responsible for incorrect operation, damages, or injuries that occur.
• Do not make or let make service or maintenance at the X-ray tube assembly while the X-ray
tube assembly is in use.
• Any serious incident that occurs in relation to the X-ray tube assembly, must be reported to
the manufacturer and the competent authority of the Member State in which the user and/
or patient is established.
Limits for Operation, Storage, and Transportation
Safe operation of the X-ray tube assembly is only made sure when you use the X-ray tube
assembly within the limits of its specifications.
If you ignore the operation limits, there is the danger of coolant that flows out. The X-ray tube
assembly becomes too hot. Component parts that are too hot can blow up as a result of an
implosion or explosion. Refer to the respective operation limits of the applying X-ray system.
• Do not operate the X-ray tube assembly in presence of a flammable anesthetic mixture with
air or oxygen or a nitrous oxide.
• Do not use detergents and disinfectants, also the detergents and disinfectants used on the
patient, that can create explosive gas mixtures.
• The oxygen content of the ambient air during operation must be less than 25 %.
• Obey the specified environmental limits for the X-ray tube assembly:
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