Proper Maintenance And Calibration; No User-Serviceable Parts; Cleaning/Decontamination; Biohazard - Medtronic ACT Plus Gebrauchsanweisung

Proper Maintenance and Calibration

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It is important that the ACT Plus be maintained in good working order and
calibrated on a regular basis by a Medtronic-qualified service technician.
Otherwise, a reduction in the accuracy of a measuring function may occur.

No User-Serviceable Parts

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There are no user-serviceable parts inside the ACT Plus instrument case. Only a
Medtronic Service Representative or authorized representative should repair or
service the instrument.

Cleaning/Decontamination

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Do not steam, autoclave, or immerse the ACT Plus instrument. Refer to Section 9,
Maintenance, for cleaning instructions.

Biohazard

All blood samples, controls, blood filled cartridges, syringes, and needles should
be considered potentially hazardous and handled with universal precautions to
protect against blood-borne pathogens. Dispose of all blood samples and these
products in accordance with the guidelines established for the specific institution.
The user must wear protective gloves when handling potentially infectious
substances.

Use of Cartridges and Controls

Please refer to the specific cartridge and control package inserts for additional
detailed warnings and precautions regarding use. Treat all blood samples as
potentially infectious.
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