BIOL. Before using the device.

THE LIST OF PREPARATORY ACTIONS

Before using the device BIOL, it is necessary to do the following:

If you charge the batteries in the device, make sure that the power supply is used with protective grounding; that the mains voltage is in the range of 100 - 240V, 50 - 60 Hz. The BIOL device is designed to be connected to type F (Schuko) sockets (European socket with grounding CEE 7/4, DIN 49440 standard). To connect the device to other types of sockets, an appropriate adapter is required; in any case, the presence of protective grounding in the socket is mandatory!

• Ensure the presence and storage of 70 - 96% water-alcohol solution to clean the device.
• Ensure the presence and storage of medical alcohol wipes or cotton pads for cleaning the device.
• Ensure the presence and storage of wet wipes for a screen that does not contain alcohol to clean the display of the device BIOL.
• Organize the workplace of the operator so that the device is placed on a solid, smooth, dry and not slippery surface to comply with the measures listed in paragraph 2.3.
• Remove the device from its packaging. Check if there is no damage to the housing of the device and the power cord. Check that the power switch is in the position "Off" (the button on the front panel is in the "not pressed" position.)
• Connect three external antennas to the device and fasten them with the antenna holder.
• Six LADDA AA batteries rechargeable at 2450 mA/h or more can power the device. Make sure the batteries are inserted correctly into the device; they may not be included in the delivery.
• Connect the power supply to the power connector on the panel of the electronic unit, and plug the power cord into a power outlet.

THE OPERATOR’S QUALIFICATION

The device BIOL is intended for use by the operators having special knowledge in the field of application of this device and trained about the proper application of the device, as well as the operators who have practical skills in working with similar medical equipment.

The operator should have main physical and cognitive abilities, such as sight, hearing and literacy. A tremor in hands of the operator is an obstacle for the device use, as the parameters of a session could not be set.

Besides, the operator must take into account the manufacturer's recommendations (Chapter 1, item 1.2 "Indications for use" and item 1.3 "Contraindications") to be aware of the latest developments and medical publications for detailed information on contraindications and side effects, not known at the time of manufacture.

The operator has to take the appropriate training regarding the correct operation of the device before working with it:

• Intended use of the device with practical exercises;
• The mechanism of action and function of the device;
• Setting up of the working modes;
• Recommendations for use of the device;
• Contraindications and side effects;
• An explanation of alerts in all modes of operation;
• Method of functional verification of the device.

Further recommendations for the scope of training may vary depending on the country. Please contact your local representative of SC LLC «LABORATORY OF SYSTEMIC BLOOD RESEARCH «BIOPROMIN» for detailed information on training.