Chapter 9 Emc Guidance; Degraded Performance Characteristics - GE BiliSoft 2.0 Operation Manual

CAUTIONS:
Do not use the BiliSoft 2.0 near High Frequency Surgical or MRI equipment
Cell phones, walkie-talkies and other portable radio devices can degrade the
BiliSoft 2.0 performance.
Do not use such devices within 30 cm (12 inches) of the BiliSoft 2.0 Light Box
power cord.
The BiliSoft 2.0 may disrupt other nearby equipment. Relocate or reorient the
devices to stop the interference.
Stacking the BiliSoft 2.0 with other equipment should be avoided. All equipment
should be checked that it is operating properly if the equipment is stacked.
Improper operation of the BiliSoft or the other devices can result.
To keep disruption of equipment at a minimum, only use replacement parts or
power cords provided by the manufacturer. Do not use extension cords.
The BiliSoft 2.0 is intended to be used in a hospital and home setting. Use of the BiliSoft 2.0 in other
settings may result in disruption of nearby devices, or the BiliSoft 2.0 itself.
Hospital personnel or caregivers trained in the use of the BiliSoft 2.0 are the intended users.

Degraded Performance Characteristics

High levels of electromagnetic disturbance near the BiliSoft 2.0 can cause:

Jumbled Hour Meter display.

Blinking of the blue light output.

Failure of the unit to emit blue light.
If any occur, relocated the unit, or the device causing the disturbance. Cycle power to the
BiliSoft 2.0. The BiliSoft 2.0 should return to normal operation. Seek service assistance if the unit
does not operate.
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for medical devices to IEC
60601-1-2-2014 4th edition. These limits and test levels are intended to provide reasonable safety
with regard to electromagnetic disturbances when the device is used in a typical medical installation.
Chapter 9
EMC Guidance
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