MAXTECH MAXO2 User Manual

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Classification
Protection against electric shock: 
Internally powered equipment.
Protection against water: 
IPX1
Mode of Operation: 
Continuous
Sterilization: 
See section 7.0
Safety Labeling
The following symbols and safety labels are found on the MAXO
2
®
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:
Attention, Consult ACCOMPANYING DOCUMENTS
Off/On
Calibration
Found to meet the requirements of U.S. and Canadian nationally 
recognized codes and standards listed or classified by ETL.
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Before use, all individuals who will be using the MAXO
2
®
+
must become thoroughly
familiar with the information contained in this Operation Manual. Strict adherence
to the operating instructions is necessary for safe, effective product performance.
This product will perform only as designed if installed and operated in accordance
with the manufacturer’s operating instructions.
Use only genuine Maxtec
®
accessories and replacement parts. Failure to do so
may seriously impair the analyzer’s performance. Repair or alteration of the
MAXO
2
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beyond the scope of the maintenance instructions, or by anyone other
than an authorized Maxtec
®
service person, could cause the product to fail to
perform as designed.
Calibrate the 
MAXO
2
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weekly when in operation, or if environmental conditions
change significantly. (ie, Elevation, Temperature, Pressure, Humidity — refer to
Section 3.0 of this manual).
Use of the 
MAXO
2
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near devices that generate electrical fields may cause erratic
readings.
If the 
MAXO
2
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is ever exposed to liquids (from spills or immersion) or to any
other physical abuse, turn the instrument OFF and then ON. This will allow the
unit to go through its self test to assure everything is operating correctly.
Never autoclave, immerse or expose the 
MAXO
2
®
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(including sensor) to high 
temperatures (>70°C). Never expose the device to pressure, irradiation vacuum,
steam, or chemicals.
NOTE: Replace the batteries with recongnized high quality AA Alkaline or Lithium batteries.
NOTE: If the unit is going to be stored (not in use for 1 month), we recommend that you
remove the batteries to protect the unit from potential battery leakage.
FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN
INSTRUMENT DAMAGE AND POSSIBLY JEOPARDIZE THE WELL BEING OF THE
PATIENT AND/OR HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONAL.
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