22 Leica M501 / Ref. 10 711 785 / Version D
Safety Notes
The Leica surgical microscope meets today’s state of the art of
technology. Nevertheless, hazards can occur during operation.
➩ For this reason, always observe the information in this User
Manual, especially the Safety Notes.
Intended use
• The Leica surgical microscope system is an optical instrument which uses magnification and illumination to improve
the display of objects. It can be applied for observation and
documentation and for human and veterinary medical treatment.
• The Leica surgical microscope may be used only in closed
rooms and must be placed on a solid floor or attached to a
strong ceiling or wall.
• The Leica M501 surgical microscope is subject to special
precautionary measures for electromagnetic compatibility.
It must be installed and put into operation in accordance
with the guidelines, manufacturer's declarations and
recommended safety distances (Table 201, 202, 204, 206
according to EN 60601-1-2:2001).
• Portable and mobile as well as stationary RF communications equipment can have a negative effect on the reliability
of the Leica M501 surgical microscope.
Directions for the operator of the
instrument
➩ Ensure that the surgical microscope is used only by persons
qualified to do so.
➩ Ensure that this user manual is always available at the place
where the surgical microscope is in use.
➩ Carry out regular inspections to make certain that the autho-
rized users are adhering to safety requirements.
➩ When instructing new users, do so thoroughly and explain
the meanings of the warning signs and messages.
➩ Assign individual responsibilities for starting, operating and
servicing the Leica Surgical Microscope and monitor the
observance of these responsibilities.
➩ Only use the surgical microscope if it is free of defects.
➩ Inform your Leica representative or Leica Microsystems
(Schweiz) AG, BU SOM, CH-9435 Heerbrugg, immediately if
you detect a product defect that could potentially cause
injury or harm.
➩ If you use accessories made by third-party manufacturers
with the Leica Surgical Microscope, be sure that each such
manufacturer confirms the safety-engineering, harmless
usability of the product and observe the product’s user
manual.
➩ Modifications to or service on the surgical microscope may
be carried out only by technicians who are explicitly authorized by Leica to do so.
➩ Only original Leica replacement parts may be used in servic-
ing the product.
➩ After service work or technical modifications, the unit must
be reconfigured with observance to our technical requirements.
➩ If the unit is modified or serviced by unauthorized persons, is
improperly maintained (as long as maintenance was not carried out by us), or is handled improperly, Leica will not
accept any liability.
➩ The influence on other devices by the Leica Surgical Micro-
scope has been tested in accordance with EN 60 601-1-2.
The system passed emissions and immunity test. Here, the
standard preventive measures and safety regulations pertaining to electromagnetic and other radiation had to be
observed.
Directions for the user of the instrument
➩ Follow the instructions described here.
➩ Follow the instructions given by your employer regarding the
organization of work and safety at work.