Summary Of Warnings And Cautions - Nuvo B2AV1000-1 Manuel

Section 1

SUMMARY OF WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS

SOMMAIRE D'AVERTISSEMENTS ET PRÉCAUTIONS
When operating or servicing the B2AV1000 Series surgical tables, users or technicians must
observe the following safety precautions. WARNINGS refer to hazards that could injure users or
patients. CAUTIONS refer to hazards that could damage the table. These precautions are
placed throughout the manual where applicable. Observe these precautions in order to lower
the risk of bodily injuries and/or damage to the table. Please note that these precautions are not
comprehensive. It is not possible for NUVO to know, evaluate and advise maintenance
departments about all of the necessary maintenance procedures or the potential dangers of each
procedure.
WARNING:
PINCHING HAZARD: Extreme tabletop articulation creates pinch points. Before
operating the table, review illustrations in Figures 5-1, "PINCH POINTS."
PINCHING AND TIPPING HAZARD: If user is not completely familiar with the controls for
patient positioning and table operation, patient could sustain injury.
TIPPING HAZARD: The maximum patient weight limit for both normal and reverse
orientation on B2AV1000 Series table with floor locks locked for standard weight loading
(please refer to 3.6.6 Loading Capacity) is 1000lb (454kg); however, the limit drops to
600lb (273kg) when the table(reverse orientation) is slide out (head end) over 6.3in (16cm).
Do not exceed the limit. Pay special attention when placing short and heavy person on
the table, for it could presents a situation of uneven weight distribution. For maximum
safe patient weight for any position other than those shown in this publication, please
contact your local NUVO representative.
TIPPING HAZARD: The nominal patient weight capacity is tested according to the
Standard IEC 60601-2-46 Additional sub clause: 21.101. The Standard's weight
distribution calculation model is based on 190 cm stature. Patients weighing over 600
lbs (272 kilos) who are shorter than (6ft. 2.8") 190 cm do not fit the criteria for the
Standard's weight distribution calculation model. Read Section 3.6.5 "Load Capacity"
for important information concerning tipping hazards
PATIENT INJURY OR FALLING HAZARD: Improper positioning of patient may result in
possible patient injury and table failure. Health-care professionals who are present at the
time of surgery are responsible for the patient's safety.
FALLING HAZARD: Make sure the floor locks are engaged before placing patient on the
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