Welch Allyn GS Exam Light IV User Manual

GS Exam Light IV

Manual part no. 718918
© 2014 Welch Allyn

Symbol Definitions

See the accompanying manual

Caution: High Intensity Light

Use indoors

Power on/off

Warning

Caution

Temperature limits

Atmospheric pressure limitation

Humidity limitation

50°F
(10°C)

95°F
(35°C)

700
hPa

1060
hPa

90%

15%

Warnings and cautions

WARNING: Read and understand the instructions prior to use of

this product. Failure to understand the operating requirements for
this product may result in injury to yourself, the patient and/or
may damage the instrument.

WARNING: Do not operate this product in the presence of
flammable anesthetics or other flammable substances in
combination with air, oxygen-enriched environments, or nitrous
oxide; explosion can result.

WARNING: Illumination is intense. Do not stare at the light
source in operation. May be harmful to eyes. To minimize risk of
harm to the eyes from optical radiation hazards, avoid looking at
bright light sources and their reflections, and protect eyes where
normal pupil sizes and aversion responses are not present.

WARNING: Use the examination light in its intended working
range of 16 in (40 cm). Exposures at closer distances may be
harmful to skin. To minimize risk of harm to the skin from optical
radiation hazards, minimize illumination intensity at the tissue
examination site, minimize exposure times, and take additional
precautions when skin sensitivity has been altered through tissue
trauma or the use of anesthesia.

WARNING: This is a class A product. In a hospital/physician's
office environment this product may cause radio interference in
which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.

WARNING: Do not modify this equipment. Any modification of
this equipment can lead to patient injury. Any modification of this
equipment voids the product warranty.

CAUTION: Only authorized Welch Allyn Service Centers can
perform service on this product.

CAUTION: There are no user serviceable/replaceable parts.

CAUTION: Rx only.

Intended use

The Welch Allyn GS Exam Light IV is designed to meet the various needs of
the physician’s office, hospital environment and specialist’s office. It is not
intended for rendering diagnosis or surgery.

Mounting

Table/wall mount

WARNING: Ensure that the mounting bracket is securely

anchored to the wall or table, or that the mobile stand is securely
assembled, and the exam light is securely fastened to the bracket
or stand as directed. Do not hang or place objects on the
equipment.

Setup instructions

Mobile stand assembly instructions

Setup

Cleaning

WARNING: Ensure that the device is unplugged from wall socket.

Focusing sleeve

Do NOT clean with alcohol.
Clean with a damp cotton swab with warm water and mild detergent.
Dry with new cotton swab.

Control box

Clean with a damp cloth using warm water and mild detergent or one of the
following solutions:

• 70 percent isopropyl alcohol

• 10 percent mild bleach solution

Wipe dry with a clean cloth.

Troubleshooting

Warranty

Three years.

Specifications

Electrical

Input: 100-240 V~ 50Hz-60Hz, 0.30A max

Environment

Operating:

Transport/storage:

Equipment classification

Safety Class 1, Continuous Operation

1.

2.

3

2

1

Possible cause Solution

Power supply fault.

No power supplied to

light.

Verify all cables are
connected correctly.

Light is not

functioning correctly

Call Welch Allyn Customer

Service.

4

3

Green light not
illuminated

Green light
illuminated

50°F (10°C)

95°F (35°C)

90%

15%

700 hPa

1060 hPa

50°F (10°C)

95°F (35°C)

90%

15%

500 hPa

1060 hPa

Additional technical information

www.welchallyn.com/gsseries

Approvals

IEC 60601-1, UL 60601-1, IEC 60601-1-2, CAN/CSA C22.2 No 601.1-M90,
AS/NZS3200

Welch Allyn, Inc.
4341 State Street Road
Skaneateles Falls, NY 13153-0220 USA
www.welchallyn.com

Regulatory Affairs Representative
Welch Allyn Limited
Navan Business Park
Dublin Road
Navan, County Meath Republic of Ireland

NOTE: This product complies with current required standards for
electromagnetic interference and should not present problems to other
equipment or be affected by other devices. As a precaution, avoid using this
device in close proximity to other equipment.

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