Fluke SIGMAPACE 1000 User Manual

SigmaPace 1000

Safety Sheet

External Pacemaker Analyzer

Introduction

The SigmaPace™ 1000 External Pacemaker Analyzer (the Analyzer), is the latest in external pacemaker analyzer technology. This efficient, handheld Analyzer satisfies a wide range of external pacemaker testing.

Table 1-1 describes the symbols used on the instrument.

Table 1. Symbols

Symbol Description

 Important information; refer to manual.  Hazardous voltage

Do not dispose of this product as unsorted







 Conforms to European Union directives

CAT I

municipal waste. Go to Fluke’s website for recycling information.

Conforms to relevant Australian EMC requirements

Conforms to relevant Canadian and US standards

IEC Measurement Category I – CAT I equipment designed to protect against transients in equipment on circuits not directly connected to MAINS. Under no circumstances should the terminals of the Analyzer be connected to any MAINS voltage.

 Warning

To avoid possible electrical shock or personal injury, follow these guidelines:

• Use this product only in the

manner specified by the manufacturer, or the protection provided may be impaired.

• Read the Operators Manual

before operating the Product.

• Do not use the product if it

operates abnormally.

• Do not use the product around

explosive gas, vapor, or in damp or wet environments.

• Use extreme caution when

working with voltages above 30 volts.

• Use the proper terminals,

functions and ranges for the test being performed.

• Do not connect the Analyzer to a

patient or equipment connected to a patient. The Analyzzer is intended for equipment evaluation only and should never be used in diagnostics, treatment or in any other capacity where the Analyzer would come in contact with a patient.

Warnings and Cautions

A Warning identifies hazardous conditions and actions that could cause bodily harm or death.

A Caution identifies conditions and actions that could damage the Analyzer, the equipment under test, or cause permanent loss of data.

Power Supply

Make sure the external battery charger / power supply is rated and configured for your voltage source, and compatible with the voltage and current ratings of the Analyzer. Use only the specified power supply included with this instrument.

SigmaPace 1000 Safety Sheet

Defibrillators and Transcutaneous Pacemakers

 Caution

To avoid possible damage the Analyzer, do not discharge defibrillator pulses into the instrument.

 Warning

To avoid injury to a patient, do not connect the Analyzer to a patient or equipment connected to a patient. The Analyzer is intended for equipment evaluation only and should never be used in diagnostics, treatment or in any other capacity where the Analyzer would come in contact with a patient.

Ventilation

 Caution

To avoid heat buildup damage to the Analyzer, do not block the ventilation slots during use or while the instrument is charging.

Service and Calibration

 Caution

To avoid damage to the produt or adverse affects on its performance, allow only qualified technical personnel to service the Analyzer.

Avoiding Damage

 Caution

To avoid damage to the Analyzer or adverse affects on its performance, do not expose the system to temperature extremes. Ambient temperatures should remain between 18 and 40 °C. System performance may be adversely affected if temperatures fluctuate above or below this range.

Cleaning

 Caution

To avoid damage to the Analyzer or adverse affects on its performance, clean it only by gently wiping down with a clean, lint-free cloth dampened with a mild detergent solution. Do not immerse the unit.