ASTM F1463-93(1999)
Standard Specification for Alarm Signals in Medical Equipment Used in Anesthesia and Respiratory Care
- Standard No.
- ASTM F1463-93(1999)
- Release Date
- 1993
- Published By
- American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM)
- Status
- 2006-01
- Latest
- ASTM F1463-93(1999)
- Scope
1.1 This specification covers defining the characteristics and requirements of electrically generated alarm signals for use with medical equipment intended for use in anesthesia and respiratory care. It does not specify the condition that activates the alarms, nor does it specify the devices used for the production of audible and visual signals. This specification does not address informational sounds produced by devices such as ECG monitors, surgical lasers, and electrocautery units.
1.2 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as the standard.
ASTM F1463-93(1999) history
- 1993 ASTM F1463-93(1999) Standard Specification for Alarm Signals in Medical Equipment Used in Anesthesia and Respiratory Care
