Product Liability; Remarks Concerning Treatment - Enraf Nonius Curapuls 970 Mode D'emploi

Installation
Good air circulation is essential to prevent internal
heat build-up.
Do not install the unit in a location near heat sources
such as radiators or air ducts, or in a place subject
to direct sunlight, dust, excessive mechanical vi-
bration or shock. It is not recommended to use the
Curapuls 970 immediately after extreme temperature
fluctuations.
The Curapuls 970 is not intended for use in so-called
"wet rooms" (hydrotherapy rooms).
When moving or transporting the unit, never pull at
the electrodes or the electrode arm, to avoid the risk
of tilting the Curapuls 970.
For safety reasons, the brakes on the wheels of
the unit should be locked before the beginning of a
treatment.
Should any liquid or foreign objects fall into the cabi-
net, turn off the power, unplug the unit and have it
checked by your nearest authorized service dealer
before any further operation.
Connection
The Curapuls 970 is a class I, type BF apparatus
according to IEC 60601-1. This means that the
Curapuls 970 must be connected to a grounded
power supply.
Prior to connection to the mains, check that the
voltage and frequency stated on the Curapuls 970
correspond with the available power supply rating.
Check that the available power supply complies
with local requirements regarding medical rooms
(electrical codes).
A law on Product Liability has become effective in
many countries. This Product Liability law implies,
amongst other things, that once a period of 10 years
has elapsed after a product has been brought into
circulation, the manufacturer can no longer be held
responsible for possible shortages of the product.
To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law,
in no event will Enraf-Nonius or its suppliers or resel-
lers be liable for any indirect, special, incidental or
consequential damages arising from the use of or in-
ability to use the product, including, without limitation,
damages for loss of goodwill, work and productivity,
computer failure or malfunction, or any and all other
commercial damages or losses, even if advised of
the possibility thereof, and regardless of the legal or
equitable theory (contract, tort or otherwise) upon
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which the claim is based. In any case, Enraf-Nonius's
entire liability under any provision of this agreement

PRODUCT LIABILITY

shall not exceed in the aggregate the sum of the
fees paid for this product and fees for support of the
product received by Enraf-Nonius under a separate
support agreement (if any), with the exception of
death or personal injury caused by the negligence
of Enraf-Nonius to the extent applicable law prohib-
its the limitation of damages in such cases. Enraf-
Nonius can not be held liable for any consequence
resulting from incorrect information provided by it's
personnel, or errors incorporated in this manual and
/ or other accompanying documentation (including
commercial documentation) The opposing party
(product's user or it's representative) shall disclaim
Enraf-Nonius from all claims arising from third par-
ties, whatever nature or whatever relationship to the
opposing party.

REMARKS CONCERNING TREATMENT

General
We strongly advise that you regularly consult the
therapy manual (optionally available) with the
Curapuls 970. The chapters regarding indications
and contraindications are especially important with
respect to safe and effective treatment.
Also pay attention to the following:
• From considerations of safety, only original
electrode cables and electrodes from Enraf-
Nonius should be used.
• Electronic hearing-aids must be taken off
unless damage or malfunctions are not to be
expected.
• Patients under treatment must not be able to
touch surrounding metal objects such as metal
furniture, radiators or window-frames.
• The electrode cables must run free from
surrounding objects and must maintain sufficient
distance with respect to each other as well as with
respect to the treated patient.
• Use cable-clamps to lead the cable along the
electrode arm.
• The patient must be in sight of the therapist at all
times.
Furniture and clothing
Metal parts in furniture might cause intensity-concen-
trations in the electromagnetic field, therefore only
use metal-free wooden furniture.
For all treatments with shortwave it is advisable to
undress the patient, and to apply a towel between the
skin and the electrode (against perspiration). There
are several advantages in treating naked patients:
in the first place, it is the easiest way to ensure that
there are no metals in the electro-magnetic field (met-
als in the clothing or in ornaments under the clothing),
and secondly it prevents undesired concentrations
of energy due to perspi-ration or the wearing of for
example nylon or leather clothing.