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INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
IndiGo Intuitive Drive Assist
416260-EN Rev C · 04/2018
WARNING To avoid injury, always read this Instructions For Use and accompanied documents before using the product. Mandatory to read the Instructions For Use.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Foreword ... 5 Support ... 5 Definitions in this IFU ... 5 Safety Instructions ... 5 Introduction ... 6 Product Overview... 6 Intended use for IndiGo Drive Assist ... 6 Before Using IndiGo ... 7 Using IndiGo ... 7 IndiGo Activation / Deactivation and Brakes ... 7 Emergency Stop Switch ... 8 Move the bed ... 9 Sleep Mode ...11 Light Indications ... 12 After Using IndiGo ... 12 Cleaning and Disinfection... 13 Care and Preventive Maintenance ... 13 General ... 13 Troubleshooting ... 14 Specifications ... 16 Recycling ... 16 Operating, Transport and Storage Conditions ... 16 Explanation of Symbols Used ... 17 FCC compliance Statement: ... 18 Requirements for Canada: ... 18 Electrical Magnetic Compatibility Information... 19 Customer Contact Information ... 22
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FOREWORD
throughout life of product.
Thank you for purchasing Arjo equipment.
Definitions in this IFU
Please contact us if you have any questions about the operation or maintenance of your Arjo equipment. Please read and fully understand these Instructions for Use (IFU) before using your IndiGo™ Intuitive Drive Assist . Information in this IFU is necessary to perform the proper operation and maintenance of the equipment. It will help to protect your product and make sure that the equipment performs to your satisfaction. The information in this IFU is important for your safety and must be read and understood to help prevent possible injury. Unauthorized modi¿cations on any Arjo equipment can affect safety. Arjo will not be held responsible for any accidents, incidents or lack of performance that occur as a result of any unauthorized modi¿cation to its products. Assembly, extensions, re-adjustments, modi¿cations, technical maintenance or repairs must be performed by quali¿ed personnel authorized by Arjo. Contact Arjo for information regarding maintenance and repair. Refer to the IFU of the bed to which IndiGo is ¿tted for intended use and complete system information. IndiGo is available on the following bed frame systems: ವ Citadel™ Bed Frame System ವ Enterprise® 5000X Acute Care Hospital Bed ವ Enterprise® 8000X Acute Care Hospital Bed ವ Enterprise® 9000X Acute Care Hospital Bed
Support Routine maintenance must be performed on your IndiGo to maintain safety and reliability of the equipment. See Care and Preventive Maintenance section, page 13. If you require further information, please contact Arjo for comprehensive support and maintenance to maximize the long-term safety, reliability and value of the product.
Warning - safety warning. Failure to understand and obey this warning may result in injury to you or to others. Caution - failure to follow these instructions may cause damage to all or parts of the system or equipment. Note - This is important information for the correct use of this system or equipment.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS To minimize the risk of serious injury, carefully read and follow all safety information and operating instructions before operating IndiGo. Ensure all physician orders and facility protocols are followed. To avoid injury, activate the brake on the bed and call maintenance if unanticipated motion occurs. Floor lifts and other care equipment that normally go under the bed must be handled with caution in order to not interfere with IndiGo. Do not place any items on the IndiGo cover during transport or storage. Do not use on slopes greater than 6°. Do not use IndiGo to load a bed into van or truck. Low bed height will be reduced by approximately 17mm when using taller load cell screw covers. When operating IndiGo, maintain contact with bed at all times.
Contact your local Arjo representative for spare parts. The telephone numbers appear in the back of this IFU. Software updates are planned and will occur
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INTRODUCTION These instructions contain information about IndiGo on Arjo beds. IndiGo works as an Intuitive drive assist when moving beds. IndiGo must be used by appropriately trained caregivers or porters with adequate product knowledge.
Product Overview
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Fig. 1 Cover Wheel Activation / Deactivation and Brakes label (located on or near all pedal locations) Pedal Emergency stop switch (located at head and foot ends of bed) Load cell screw cover (only used on Enterprise 9000X and Citadel Bed Frame System beds) Refer to page 7 for further description on IndiGo Activation, Deactivation and Brakes.
Intended use for IndiGo Drive Assist The IndiGo drive assist is intended to provide assistance for medical beds during patient transfer. It should only be assembled onto compatible Arjo medical beds listed in the IFU. The IndiGo drive assist unit should be used by appropriately trained personnel and for the purpose speci¿ed in the IFU. Any other use is prohibited.
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BEFORE USING IndiGo IndiGo has the same safe working load as the bed to which it is fitted. 1. Identify that the bed is equipped with IndiGo by locating the IndiGo emergency stop switch, the IndiGo cover and/or the IndiGo wheel. 2. Prepare for patient transport according to bed IFU and all applicable safety information and operating instructions.
USING IndiGo IndiGo Activation / Deactivation and Brakes Activate / deactivate IndiGo and brake using the pedals located on each corner of the bed. Operate the pedals with your feet while wearing suitable shoes. Do not operate the pedals with your hands. The pedals have three positions as shown in Fig. 2:
IndiGo ACTIVATED: a centered drive wheel engages the Àoor when IndiGo is activated.
FREE: all four casters are free to rotate and swivel and IndiGo wheel is lifted off the Àoor.
BRAKE: brakes are applied on all four casters and IndiGo wheel is lifted off the Àoor.
Fig. 2
When activating IndiGo, place the pedal in the most upright position. The IndiGo wheel will be lowered to the Àoor and blue lights illuminate to signify IndiGo is active. See Fig. 3:
Fig. 3 Refer to Light Indications (shown on page 12) to determine when IndiGo is ready to use.
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EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH The IndiGo Intuitive Drive Assist comes equipped with Emergency Stop Switches located at both the foot and head ends of the bed. The emergency stop switch provides a gradual, slow stop rather than an immediate hard stop. When the emergency stop switch is activated, an electric brake is applied to reduce momentum and slow the bed down until stopped. At the same time the blue lights will turn off, and the drive wheel will raise up from the Àoor. Emergency Stop Switch Locations
Head End
Foot End
Fig. 4 Activate Emergency Stop Switch ವ When the emergency stop switch is pushed down, the electric brakes are applied to reduce momentum and slow the bed until stopped. Fig. 5 ವ The blue lights turn off and the drive wheel retracts up under the bed and off the Àoor.
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Fig. 6 Once the switch is pushed down, it will stay down, with IndiGo deactivated, until the emergency stop switch is reset and the brake pedal is cycled to the free position then back to the activated position.
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Reset Emergency Stop Switch 1. Twist the emergency stop switch clockwise.
Fig. 7 2. The switch will pop up and is now reset.
Fig. 8 To reset the drive wheel: 1. Cycle the brake pedal down to the free position and then back up to the activated position. The drive wheel will lower to the Àoor. Activated
Free
Brake
Fig. 9
2. The blue LED lights will turn on indicating the drive wheel has lowered to the Àoor and IndiGo is now activated.
Fig. 10
Move the bed 360 interface Since IndiGo is built into the bed itself, there is no speci¿c grip or handle. Push or pull the bed from the foot board, head board or the side rails as you normally would when moving the bed. See Fig. 11
Fig. 11
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Maneuverability IndiGo replaces the bed's ordinary steer lock function with a drive wheel centered under the bed, which improves the maneuverability and control. The drive wheel effectively minimizes the space needed when taking corners or full 360° turns. See Fig. 12 and 13
Fig. 12
Fig. 13
In most cases, it is bene¿cial to keep IndiGo activated in con¿ned spaces and crowded areas. Ensure there is space to operate before forward or reverse movement. Note that deactivating IndiGo (pedal in free position), allows for small positioning adjustments and sideways movement. See Fig. 14
Fig. 14
Drive Assistance To use IndiGo: ವ Activate IndiGo (1) using the pedals on any corner of the bed. ವ Move bed slightly away from wall to access to the bed's power cord (2). See Fig. 15.
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ವ Unplug power cord from the wall. ವ Push or pull bed gently to begin drive assisted movement.
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Fig. 15
To fully bene¿t from IndiGo: ವ Keep a constant pressure while moving on Àat surfaces and up slopes. ವ Pull gently to decelerate and lean backwards to stop (brake assistance). See Fig. 16 ವ Control speed by a light constant pull while moving down slopes (brake assistance). IndiGo will provide brake assistance. See Fig. 16. ವ IndiGo may be kept activated in and out of elevators. Note that temporary deactivation allows for small positioning adjustments and sideways movement if required.
Fig. 16 IndiGo reacts to force applied by the user. IndiGo gives progressive assistance up to a maximum speed of 5km/h (3mph).
Sleep Mode When IndiGo is activated and the bed is not moved for approximately ¿ve minutes, IndiGo goes into sleep mode. The wheel lifts off the Àoor and the blue lights turn off. To re-engage IndiGo, move the brake pedal to the free position and then back up to the activated position. The drive wheel lowers to the Àoor and the blue lights turn on, indicating IndiGo is now active.
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Light Indications Light Battery Action Status
ACTION
Full Battery During normal use, the battery will last for approximately 5000 m (3.10 miles) Low Battery (1 Àash / 1.6 seconds) During normal use, the battery will last for approximately 900 m (0.56 miles). Critical low battery (1 Àash / 1 second). Drive wheel assist will be disabled in 20 seconds.
20 % left
Charge
6 % left
Charge
Failure / Error (10 Àashes / 1 second)
Call Service Refer to Troubleshooting section for more information.
AFTER USING IndiGo 1. Deactivate IndiGo and apply brakes by placing the pedal in the most downward position. See Fig. 17 2. Charge IndiGo by connecting the bed’s power cord to the wall outlet after every use. Refer to IndiGo Activation / Deactivation and Brakes.
Fig. 17
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CLEANING AND DISINFECTION To avoid pinch risk of hand / fingers, IndiGo must be deactivated and brakes on the bed applied prior to removing obstructions, cleaning and / or servicing the IndiGo wheel. For cleaning and disinfection, please refer to cleaning and disinfection instructions in your bed IFU.
CARE AND PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE Actions To Be Completed By Caregiver Check that the IndiGo cover is undamaged
Daily
Check that IndiGo is activated when pedal is in its most upward position
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Check the emergency stop assemblies for signs of damage
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Check that applicable IndiGo labeling is present and legible
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Weekly ¥
If the result of any of these tests is unsatisfactory, do not use IndiGo. Contact Arjo or an Arjo-approved service agent.
The procedure below must be carried out by suitably trained and qualified personnel. Failure to do so may result in injury or an unsafe product.
General ವ Examine the IndiGo for obvious signs of damage. ವ Exercise the unit’s operation, including the emergency stop switches. If any abnormalities are observed, refer to the Troubleshooting chapter. ವ Examine the IndiGo cables for cuts, abrasions, kinks or other deterioration. Contact Arjo if damage is observed. Refer to Contact information in the back of this manual. ವ Examine the IndiGo drive wheel and tire assembly for damage. If abnormalities are observed, replace the Drive Wheel Assembly. Refer to Drive Wheel Replacement procedures in the Servicing chapter to replace. ವ Visually inspect the gas spring for excessive oil on shaft. Ensure the gas spring maintains downward force on the drive wheel when IndiGo is engaged. If excessive oil is present on the shaft or the gas spring does not maintain downward force when IndiGo is engaged, replace the gas spring. Refer to Gas Spring Replacement procedure in the Service Manual. ವ Check all accessible nuts, bolts and other fasteners to ensure they are present and correctly tightened. ವ Check that IndiGo does not interfere with the scale function through the bed’s full range of motion.
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TROUBLESHOOTING Symptom Bed is dif¿cult / heavy to maneuver
Bed is dif¿cult to maneuver sideways
Bed moves in an unanticipated way
Flashing blue light
Emergency stop switch does not function properly
Bed weigh scale reading error at low bed height
All functions inoperative
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Possible Cause Brake pedal is in free position or brake position Emergency stop switch(es) are pushed down
Action
Place brake pedals in IndiGo activation position. Ensure the emergency stop switch(es) are not pushed down. Twist switch(es) clockwise to re-set. Brake bar sensor is not Ensure pedal is in the activation position, aligned with IndiGo sensor then move the brake bar sensor so that it when pedal is in the is aligned with the IndiGo sensor. If needed, activation position loosen the screw on the brake bar sensor to move, then tighten screw to secure in place. Pedal is in IndiGo activation Place pedal in free position so that IndiGo is position not activated. Con¿rm that IndiGo is properly con¿gured for the bed on which it is installed. Recalibrate IndiGo per testing chapter. Review LED error codes and implement Failure / Error corrections as necessary. Deactivate IndiGo by placing pedal in brake position. Contact an Arjo approved service agent. Low battery Complete patient transport / moving the bed and connect power cord to wall outlet. Critical Low Battery Failure / Error Complete patient transport / moving the bed or brake by placing pedal in brake position. Contact an Arjo approved service agent. Review LED error codes and implement corrections as necessary. Failure / Error Ensure emergency stop switch assembly and cabling are intact and functional. Replace if damaged. If no damage is noted, troubleshoot PCBA. Cable routing interferes Review cable routing to ensure proper with bed articulation amount of slack and / or service loop in applicable locations. Ensure taller load cell screw covers are installed. Software and / or PCBA Replace PCBA. faulty Cables defective Check cables for cuts, abrasions, kinks or other deterioration and replace if needed.
Symptom
Possible Cause IndiGo is in sleep mode Pedal cycled too quickly Brake pedal is in free position or brake position Emergency stop switch(es) are pushed down
Failure / Error
No Blue Light
Low Battery
Battery Dead Battery Deeply Dischareged
Unanticipated noise
Failure / Error
Action Cycle foot pedal from activation position to neutral, wait 2 seconds, then cycle back to activation to activate IndiGo. Place brake pedals in IndiGo activation position. Ensure the emergency stop switch(es) are not pushed down. Twist switch(es) clockwise to re-set. Cycle foot pedal from activation position to neutral, wait 2 seconds, then cycle back to activation to activate IndiGo. Complete patient transport / moving the bed or brake by placing pedal in brake position. Contact an Arjo approved service agent. Review LED error codes and implement corrections as necessary. Con¿rm charger status LED. - Red = Charging - Green = Fully charged or Not charging or Not connected to PCBA - No LED = Check AC cord connections or Replace charger Replace battery pack if charger is functioning properly. Connect power cord to wall outlet. Contact an Arjo - approved service agent. Move the bed to reactivate IndiGo. Replace battery pack. Plug bed into AC outlet. Press battery wake up button located on the battery pack and charge for 8 hours. To complete patient transport / moving the bed deactivate IndiGo by placing pedal in free position or brake by placing pedal in brake position. Contact an Arjo approved service agent. Ensure drive wheel functions as intended. If noise continues, replace IndiGo unit.
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SPECIFICATIONS Li-Ion battery Full battery achievable distance Low battery achievable distance Critical battery time remaining Maximum speed for full assistance IndiGo Drive Wheel Degree of liquid ingress protection Degree of protection against electric shock Allowed combination
Expected Service Life
Watt - hour rating Safe Working Load
25.2V Nominal Voltage, 4.3 Amp Capacity Battery Charge Time From Empty: ~4 hours 5000m (3.10 miles) 900m (0.56 miles) 20 seconds 5km/h (3mph) Non-marking IPX4 Class 1 Citadel Bed Frame System Enterprise 5000X Acute Care Hospital Bed, Enterprise 8000X Acute Care Hospital Bed, Enterprise 9000X Acute Care Hospital Bed The expected service life is 10 years when preventative maintenance is performed as speci¿ed in the Care and Preventive Maintenance section. 108 Wh Nominal IndiGo has the same Safe Working Load as the bed to which it is ¿tted.
RECYCLING The device should be recycled according to local regulations. Battery Lithium-ion. Not for disposal, only to be recycled. Package Wood and corrugated cardboard recyclable. IndiGo Electric, metal and plastic parts shall be separated and recycled according to (WEEE) and according to markings on the unit.
OPERATING, TRANSPORT AND STORAGE CONDITIONS Temperature (operating) Temperature (transport and storage) Relative Humidity (operating) Relative Humidity (transport and storage) Atmospheric Pressure (operating) Atmospheric Pressure (transport and storage)
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14°C to 35°C (57°F to 95°F) -29°C to 50°C (-20°F to 122°F) 20%-80% 20% to 90% at 30°C (86°F), non-condensing 700 hPa to 1060 hPa 700 hPa to 1060 hPa
EXPLANATION OF SYMBOLS USED Warning of possible hazard to system, patient or staff
Transport and Storage Humidity High and Low Limits
Caution
Transport and Storage Pressure High and Low Limits
Important Operational Information
Reference Number
Date of Manufacturer
IPXX
Classi¿cation of degrees of protection provided by enclosures.
Refer to Instruction Manual
DIRECTIVE 2011/65/EU on the restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment (RoHS) Separate electrical and electronic components for recycling in accordance with 2012/19/EC (WEEE).
UL recognized component mark
Manufacturer
Serial Number
Lithium-Ion Battery
Transport and Storage Temperature High and Low Limits
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FCC COMPLIANCE STATEMENT: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1)This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2)This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy, and if it is not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, it may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference, in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
REQUIREMENTS FOR CANADA: This device complies with Industry Canada license exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L'exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes: (1) l'appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement. Under Industry Canada regulations, this radio transmitter may only operate using an antenna of a type and maximum (or lesser) gain approved for the transmitter by Industry Canada. To reduce potential radio interference to other users, the antenna type and its gain should be so chosen that the equivalent isotropically radiated power (e.i.r.p.) is not more than that necessary for successful communication. Conformément à la réglementation d'Industrie Canada, le présent émetteur radio peut fonctionner avec une antenne d'un type et d'un gain maximal (ou inférieur) approuvé pour l'émetteur par Industrie Canada. Dans le but de réduire les risques de brouillage radioélectrique à l'intention des autres utilisateurs, il faut choisir le type d'antenne et son gain de sorte que la puissance isotrope rayonnée équivalente (p.i.r.e.) ne dépasse pas l'intensité nécessaire à l'établissement d'une communication satisfaisante.
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ELECTRICAL MAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY INFORMATION The use of non-approved accessories may result in increased emissions or reduced immunity of the equipment. A list of approved accessories is included in the product Instructions for Use. When this equipment is used adjacent to other electronic devices, the user should observe the equipment to verify normal operation. Guidance and manufacturer’s declaration – electromagnetic emissions IndiGo is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment speci¿ed below. The customer or the user of the IndiGo should ensure that it is used in such an environment. Emissions test
Compliance
Electromagnetic environment - guidance
RF emissions CISPR 11
Group 1
IndiGo uses RF energy only for its internal function. Therefore its RF emissions are very low and are not likely to cause any interference in nearby electronic equipment.
RF emissions Class A CISPR 11 IndiGo is suitable for use in all establishments other than Harmonic emissions domestic and those directly connected to the public lowIEC 61000-3-2 Class A voltage power supply network that supplies buildings used Voltage Àuctuations / for domestic purposes. Àicker emissions Complies IEC 61000-3-3 Guidance and manufacturer’s declaration – electromagnetic immunity IndiGo is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment speci¿ed below. The customer or the user of IndiGo should ensure that it is used in such an environment. Immunity test IEC 60601 Compliance Electromagnetic environment - guidance test level level Floors should be wood, concrete or ± 6 kV contact ceramic tile. If Àoors are covered with Electrostatic discharge ± 6 kV contact (ESD) IEC 61000-4-2 ± 8 kV air ± 8 kV air synthetic material, the relative humidity should be at least 30%. ± 2 kV for power supply lines Electrical fast ± 2 kV Mains power quality should be that of a transient / burst ± 1 kV for input/ typical commercial or hospital environment. IEC 61000-4-4 Not applicable output lines Surge IEC 61000-4-5
± 1 kV line to line ± 2 kV line to earth
± 1 kV ± 2 kV
Mains power quality should be that of a typical commercial or hospital environment.
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Guidance and manufacturer’s declaration – electromagnetic emissions 70% of input voltage for 70% UT 500ms (30% dip in UT) for 25 cycles Mains power quality should be that of a 40% of input 40% UT typical commercial or hospital environment. Voltage dips, short voltage for (60% dip in UT) interruptions and 100ms for 5 cycles If the user of IndiGo requires continued voltage variations on <5% UT operation during mains power interruptions, <5% of input power supply input (>95% dip in UT) it is recommended that IndiGo be powered voltage for lines IEC 61000-4-11 for 0.5 cycle from an uninterruptible power supply or 10ms <5% UT battery. (>95% dip in UT) <5% of input for 5 sec. voltage for 5000ms Power frequency (50 Power frequency magnetic ¿elds should / 60Hz) magnetic ¿eld be at levels characteristic of a typical 3A/m 3A/m location in a typical commercial or hospital IEC 61000-4-8 environment. UT is the a.c. mains voltage prior to the application of the test level. Guidance and manufacturer’s declaration – electromagnetic immunity IndiGo is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment speci¿ed below. The customer or the user of IndiGo should ensure that it is used in such an environment. Immunity IEC 60601 Compliance Electromagnetic environment -guidance test test level level Portable and mobile RF communications equipment should be used no closer to any part of IndiGo, including cables, than the recommended separation distance calculated from the equation applicable to the frequency of the transmitter. Recommended separation distance
Conducted RF IEC 610004-6 Radiated RF IEC 61000-4-3
3V rms 3V 150kHz to 80MHz 3V/m 3V/m 80MHz to 2.5GHz
Where P is the maximum output power rating of the transmitter in watts (W) according to the transmitter manufacturer and d is the recommended separation in meters (m). Field strengths from ¿xed RF transmitters, as determined by an electromagnetic site survey, a should be less than the compliance level in each frequency range. b Interference may occur in the vicinity of equipment marked with the following symbol:
At 80MHz and 800MHz, the higher frequency range applies. These guidelines may not apply in all situations. Electromagnetic propagation is affected by absorption and reÀection from structures, objects and people.
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Guidance and manufacturer’s declaration – electromagnetic immunity a Field strengths from ¿xed transmitters, such as base stations for radio (cellular / cordless) telephones and land mobile radios, amateur radio, AM and FM radio broadcast and TV broadcast cannot be predicted theoretically with accuracy. To assess the electromagnetic environment due to ¿xed RF transmitters, an electromagnetic site survey should be considered. If the measured ¿eld strength in the location in which IndiGo is used exceeds the applicable RF compliance level above, IndiGo should be observed to verify normal operation. If abnormal performance is observed, additional measures may be necessary, such as reorienting or relocating IndiGo. b
Over the frequency range 150kHz to 80MHz, ¿eld strengths should be less than 3V/m.
Recommended separation distances between portable and mobile RF communications equipment and the IndiGo. IndiGo is intended for use in an electromagnetic environment in which radiated RF disturbances are controlled. The customer or the user of IndiGo can help prevent electromagnetic interference by maintaining a minimum distance between portable and mobile RF communications equipment (transmitters) and the IndiGo as re commended below, according to the maximum output power of the communications equipment. Rated maximum Separation distance according to frequency of transmitter output power m of transmitter 150kHz to 80MHz to 800MHz to 2.5GHz W 80MHz 800MHz
d = 1.2 P
d = 1.2 P
d = 2.3 P
0.01 0.12 0.12 0.23 0.10 0.38 0.38 0.73 1.00 1.20 1.20 2.30 10.00 3.80 3.80 7.30 100.00 12.00 12.00 23.00 For transmitters rated at a maximum output power not listed above, the recommended separation distance d in metres (m) can be estimated using the equation applicable to the power of the transmitter, where P is the maximum output power rating of the transmitter in watts (W) according to the transmitter manufacturer. At 80MHz and 800MHz, the higher frequency range applies. These guidelines may not apply in all situations. Electromagnetic propagation is affected by absorption and reÀection from structures, objects and people.
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