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 SYMBOLS GLOSSARY

 
Symbol Title Reference Description
ISO 15223-1: 5.1. Manufacture
Manufacturer
Manufacturer 5.1.1. Indicates the medical device manufacturer.
Authorized representative in the European Community
Authorized representative in the European Community 5.1.2. Indicates the authorized representative in the European Community / European Union.
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Date of Manufacture Date of manufacture 5.1.3. Indicates the date when the medical device was manufactured.
Use-by date Use-by date 5.1.4. Indicates the date after which the medical device is not to be used.
NOTE: Synonyms for “use-by date” are “use by”, “expiry date” and “expiration date”.
Lot Number Lot number 5.1.5. Indicates the manufacturer’s batch code so that the batch or lot can be identified.
Catalog Number Catalog number 5.1.6. Indicates the manufacturer’s catalogue number so that the medical device can be identified.
NOTE: Synonyms for “catalog number” are “commercial product name”, “commercial product code”, stock keeping unit, “reference number” and “reorder number”.
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Importer 5.1.8. Indicates the entity importing the medical device into the locale.
Serial Number Serial number 5.1.7. Indicates the manufacturer’s serial number so that a specific medical device can be identified.
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Model number 5.1.10. Indicates the model number or type number of a product
ISO 15223-1: 5.2. Sterility
Manufacturer
Sterile 5.2.1. Indicates a medical device that has been subjected to a sterilization process.
Manufacturer
Sterilized using aseptic processing techniques 5.2.2. Indicates a medical device that has been manufactured using accepted aseptic techniques.
Manufacturer
Sterilized using ethylene oxide 5.2.3. Indicates a medical device that has been sterilized using ethylene oxide.
Manufacturer
Sterilized using irradiation 5.2.4. Indicates a medical device that has been sterilized using irradiation.
Manufacturer
Sterilized using steam or dry heat 5.2.5. Indicates a medical device that has been sterilized using steam or dry heat.
Manufacturer
Do Not Resterilize 5.2.6. Indicates a medical device that is not to be resterilized.
Manufacturer
Non-Sterile 5.2.7. Indicates a medical device that has not been subjected to a sterilization process.
Manufacturer
Do not use if package is damaged and consult instructions for use 5.2.8. Indicates a medical device that should not be used if the package has been damaged or opened.
NOTE 1: This symbol can also mean “Do not use if the product sterile barrier system or its packaging is compromised”.
Manufacturer
Sterile fluid path 5.2.9. Indicates the presence of a sterile fluid path within the medical device in cases when other parts of the medical device, including the exterior, might not be supplied sterile.
Manufacturer
Sterile fluid path 5.2.9.
A.12, NOTE 1
A.12 Examples of use of symbol 5.2.9 for “Sterile fluid path”
NOTE 1: Medical device contains a sterile fluid path that has been sterilized using ethylene oxide
Manufacturer
Sterile fluid path 5.2.9.
A.12, NOTE 2
A.12 Examples of use of symbol 5.2.9 for “Sterile fluid path”
NOTE 2: Medical device contains a sterile fluid path that has been sterilized using irradiation.
Manufacturer
Single sterile barrier system 5.2.11. Indicates a single sterile barrier system.
Manufacturer
Double sterile barrier system 5.2.12. Indicates two sterile barrier systems.
Manufacturer
Single sterile barrier system with protective packaging inside 5.2.13. Indicates a single sterile barrier system with protective packaging inside.
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Single sterile barrier system with protective packaging outside 5.2.14. Indicates a single sterile barrier system with protective packaging outside.
ISO 15223-1: 5.3. Storage
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Fragile, handle with care 5.3.1. Indicates a medical device that can be broken or damaged if not handled carefully.
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Keep away from sunlight 5.3.2. Indicates a medical device that needs protection from light sources.
NOTE: This symbol can also mean “Keep away from heat”.
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Keep dry 5.3.4. Indicates a medical device that needs to be protected from moisture.
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Lower limit of temperature 5.3.5. Indicates the lower limit of temperature to which the medical device can be safely exposed.
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Upper limit of temperature 5.3.6. Indicates the upper limit of temperature to which the medical device can be safely exposed.
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Temperature limit 5.3.7. Indicates the temperature limits to which the medical device can be safely exposed.
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Humidity limitation 5.3.8. Indicates the range of humidity to which the medical device can be safely exposed.
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Atmospheric pressure limitation 5.3.9. Indicates the range of atmospheric pressure to which the medical device can be safely exposed.
ISO 15223-1: 5.4. Safe use
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Biological risks 5.4.1. Indicates that there are potential biological risks associated with the medical device.
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Do not re-use 5.4.2. Indicates a medical device that is intended for one single use only.
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Consult instructions for use 5.4.3. Indicates the need for the user to consult the instructions for use.
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Consult instructions for use 5.4.3.

A.16 NOTE
A.16 Example of use of symbol 5.4.3, “Consult instructions for use” for an electronic instruction for use (eIFU)

NOTE: The eIFU indicator can be a manufacturer’s website URL or some other appropriate indication that the instructions for use are available in an electronic format.
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Caution 5.4.4. To indicate that caution is necessary when operating the device or control close to where the symbol is placed, or to indicate that the current situation needs operator awareness or operator action in order to avoid undesirable consequences.
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Contains or presence of natural rubber latex 5.4.5. Indicates the presence of dry natural rubber or natural rubber latex as a material of construction within the medical device or the packaging of a medical device.
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Contains human blood or plasma derivatives 5.4.6. Indicates a medical device that contains or incorporates human blood or plasma derivatives.
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Contains a medicinal substance 5.4.7. Indicates a medical device that contains or incorporates a medicinal substance.
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Contains biological material of animal origin 5.4.8. Indicates a medical device that contains biological tissue, cells, or their derivatives, of animal origin.
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Contains biological material of human origin 5.4.9. Indicates a medical device that contains biological tissue, cells, or their derivatives, of human origin.
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Contains hazardous substances 5.4.10. Indicates a medical device that contains substances that can be carcinogenic, mutagenic, reprotoxic (CMR), or substances with endocrine disrupting properties.
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Single patient-multiple use 5.4.12. Indicates a medical device that may be used multiple times (multiple procedures) on a single patient.
ISO 15223-1: 5.6. Transfusion/infusion
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Fluid path 5.6.2. Indicates the presence of a fluid path.
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Non-pyrogenic 5.6.3. Indicates a medical device that is non-pyrogenic.
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One-way valve 5.6.6. Indicates a medical device with a valve that allows flow in only one direction.
ISO 15223-1: 5.7. Others
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Patient identification 5.7.3. Indicates the identification data of the patient.
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Health care centre or doctor 5.7.5. To indicate the address of the health care centre or doctor where medical information about the patient may be found.
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Date 5.7.6. To identify the date that information was entered or a medical procedure took place.
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Medical device 5.7.7. Indicates the item is a medical device (under EU Legislation).
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Translation 5.7.8. To identify that the original medical device information has undergone a translation which supplements or replaces the original information.
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Unique Device Identifier 5.7.10. Indicates a carrier that contains Unique Device Identifier information.
ISO 7000/IEC 60417
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Recyclable 7000 - 1135 To indicate that the marked item or its material is part of a recovery or recycling process.
IEC 60601-1: General Symbols
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Alternating current Table D1, Symbol 1 To indicate on the rating plate that the equipment is suitable for alternating current only; to identify relevant terminals.
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Direct current Table D1, Symbol 4 To indicate on the rating plate that the equipment is suitable for direct current only; to identify relevant terminals.
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Protective earth (ground) Table D.1, Symbol 6 To identify any terminal which is intended for connection to an external conductor for protection against electric shock in case of a fault, or the terminal of a protective earth (ground) electrode.
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Earth (ground) Table D.1, Symbol 7 To identify an earth (ground) terminal in cases where neither the symbol 5018 nor 5019 is explicitly required.
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Equipotentiality Table D.1, Symbol 8 To identify the terminals which, when connected together, bring the various parts of an equipment or of a system to the same potential, not necessarily being the earth (ground) potential, e.g. for local bonding.
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CLASS II equipment Table D.1, Symbol 9 To identify equipment meeting the safety requirements specified for Class II equipment according to IEC 61140.
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“ON” (power) Table D.1, Symbol 12 To indicate connection to the mains, at least for mains switches or their positions, and all those cases where safety is involved.
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“OFF” (power) Table D.1, Symbol 13 To indicate disconnection from the mains, at least for mains switches or their positions, and all those cases where safety is involved.
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“ON” / “OFF” (push-push) Table D.1, Symbol 14 To indicate connection to or disconnection from the mains, at least for mains switches or their positions, and all those cases where safety is involved. Each position, "ON" or "OFF", is a stable position.
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“ON” for part of equipment Table D.1, Symbol 16 To indicate the "ON" condition for a part of equipment, if the symbol 5007 cannot be used, for example, to identify the "ON" position of a switch.
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“OFF” for part of equipment Table D.1, Symbol 17 To indicate the "OFF" condition for a part of equipment, if the symbol 5008 cannot be used, for example, to identify the "OFF" position of a switch.
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Type BF applied part Table D.1, Symbol 20 To identify a type BF applied part complying with IEC 60601-1.
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Type CF applied part Table D.1, Symbol 21 To identify a type CF applied part complying with IEC 60601-1.
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CATEGORY AP equipment Table D.1, Symbol 22 To identify category AP equipment complying with IEC 60601-1 which also specifies the way in which this symbol has to be used.
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Dangerous voltage Table D.1, Symbol 24 To indicate hazards arising from dangerous voltages.
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Defibrillation-proof type BF applied part Table D.1, Symbol 26 To identify a defibrillation-proof type BF applied part complying with IEC 60601-1.
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Defibrillation-proof type CF applied part Table D.1, Symbol 27 To identify a defibrillation-proof type CF applied part complying with IEC 60601-1.
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Stand-by Table D.1, Symbol 29 To identify the switch or switch position by means of which part of the equipment is switched on in order to bring it into the stand-by condition, and to identify the control to shift to or to indicate the state of low power consumption.
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General warning sign Table D.2, Symbol 2 To signify a general warning.
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Warning, electricity Table D.2, Symbol 3 To warn of electricity..
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No pushing Table D.2, Symbol 5 To prohibit pushing against an object.
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No sitting Table D.2, Symbol 6 To prohibit sitting on a surface.
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No stepping on surface Table D.2, Symbol 7 To prohibit stepping onto a surface.
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Follow instructions for use Table D.2, Symbol 10 Symbol must appear in color. Limited to Medical Electrical Equipment covered by EN 60601-1.
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Follow instructions for use ISO 15223-1: 5.4.3. A.16 NOTE NOTE: The eIFU indicator can be a manufacturer’s website URL or some other appropriate indication that the instructions for use are available in an electronic format..
IEC 60601-1;
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  Table D.3, Symbol 2 Degrees of protection provided by enclosures.
N1 =
0 Non-protected
1 Protected against solid foreign objects of 50 mm and greater
2 Protected against solid foreign objects of 12,5 mm and greater
3 Protected against solid foreign objects of 2,5 mm and greater
4 Protected against solid foreign objects of 1,0 mm and greater
5 Dust-protected
6 Dust-tight
N2 =
0 Non-protected
1 Protection against vertically falling water drops
2 Protection against vertically falling water drops when ENCLOSURE tilted up to 15°
3 Protected against spraying water
4 Protected against splashing water
5 Protected against water jets
6 Protected against powerful water jets
7 Protected against the effects of temporary immersion in water
8 Protected against the effects of continuous immersion in water
NOTE When a characteristic numeral is not required to be specified, it is replaced by the letter “X” (“XX” if both numerals are omitted).
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Protected against solid foreign objects of 50 mm and greater
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Protected against solid foreign objects of 12,5 mm and greater
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Protected against solid foreign objects of 12,5 mm and greater Protection against vertically falling water drops
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Protected against solid foreign objects of 2,5 mm and greater
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Non-protected
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Protection against vertically falling water drops
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Protection against vertically falling water drops when ENCLOSURE tilted up to 15°
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Protected against splashing water
ISO 27185; Symbols
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Pacemaker, single chamber, right ventricular 6.1 To indicate an implantable pacemaker that is intended to stimulate and sense in the right ventricle of the heart.
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Pacemaker, single chamber, right atrial 6.2 To indicate an implantable pacemaker that is intended to stimulate and sense in the right atrium of the heart.
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Pacemaker, dual chamber, right atrial, right ventricular 6.3 To indicate an implantable pacemaker that is intended to stimulate and sense in both the right atrium and right ventricle of the heart.
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Implantable cardioverter defibrillator, single chamber, right ventricular 6.4 To indicate an implantable cardioverter defibrillator that is intended to stimulate and sense in the right ventricle and to shock the heart.
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Implantable cardioverter defibrillator, dual chamber, right atrial, right ventricular 6.5 To indicate an implantable cardioverter defibrillator that is intended to stimulate and sense in the right atrium and right ventricle and to shock the heart.
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Cardiac resynchronization therapy pacemaker, right atrial, right ventricular, left ventricular 6.6 To indicate an implantable pacemaker that is intended to stimulate and sense in the right atrium, right ventricle and left ventricle of the heart.
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Cardiac resynchronization therapy defibrillator, right atrial, right ventricular, left ventricular 6.7 To indicate an implantable cardioverter defibrillator that is intended to stimulate and sense in the right atrium, right ventricle and left ventricle; and to shock the heart. 
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Implantable device 6.8 To indicate an implantable device.
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Implantable device (coated) 6.9 To indicate an implantable device with coating for allergies or to prevent unintended muscle stimulation.
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Header face 6.25 To indicate the header face to be used for identifying connector bore locations.
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Torque wrench, implantable pulse generator 6.40 Torque-limiting wrench used to connect a lead to an implantable pulse generator.
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Open here 6.42 To indicate the location and method for opening a sterile package.
ASTM F 2503; Magnetic Resonance
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MR Safe ASTM F2503-20: 7.3.1 An item that poses no known hazards resulting from exposure to any MR environment. MR Safe items are composed of materials that are electrically nonconductive, nonmetallic, and nonmagnetic.(ASTM F2503-20:3.1.13)
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MR Conditional ASTM F2503-20: 7.3.2 An item with demonstrated safety in the MR environment within defined conditions including conditions for the static magnetic field, the time-varying gradient magnetic fields and the radiofrequency fields. (ASTM F2503-20:3.1.11)
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MR Unsafe ASTM F2503-20: 7.3.3 An item which poses unacceptable risks to the patient, medical staff or other persons within the MR environment. (ASTM F2503-20:3.1.14)
IEC TR 60878;  5.5 Collection 5 – General: Miscellaneous
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Inner diameter 5845 To indicate a reference to the inner diameter.
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Outer diameter 5846 To indicate a reference to the outer diameter.
SymbolTitleReferenceDescription
ISO 15223-1: 5.1. Manufacture
Manufacturer
Manufacturer5.1.1.Indicates the medical device manufacturer
Authorized representative in the European Community
Authorized representative in the European Community5.1.2.Indicates the authorized representative in the European Community / European Union.
Date of ManufactureDate of manufacture5.1.3.Indicates the date when the medical device was manufactured.
Use-by dateUse-by date5.1.4.Indicates the date after which the medical device is not to be used.
Lot NumberLot number5.1.5.Indicates the manufacturer’s batch code so that the batch or lot can be identified.
Catalog Number Catalog number5.1.6.Indicates the manufacturer’s catalogue number so that the medical device can be identified.
Serial NumberSerial number5.1.7.Indicates the manufacturer’s serial number so that a specific medical device can be identified.
ISO 15223-1: 5.2. Sterility
Manufacturer
Sterile5.2.1.Indicates a medical device that has been subjected to a sterilization process.
Manufacturer
Sterilized using ethylene oxide5.2.3.Indicates a medical device that has been sterilized using ethylene oxide.
Manufacturer
Sterilized using irradiation5.2.4.Indicates a medical device that has been sterilized using irradiation.
Manufacturer
Sterilized using steam or dry heat5.2.5.Indicates a medical device that has been sterilized using steam or dry heat.
Manufacturer
Do Not Resterilize5.2.6.Indicates a medical device that is not to be resterilized.
Manufacturer
Non-Sterile5.2.7.Indicates a medical device that has not been subjected to a sterilization process.
Manufacturer
Do not use if package is damaged and consult instructions for use5.2.8.Indicates a medical device that should not be used if the package has been damaged or opened.
Manufacturer
Sterile fluid path5.2.9.Indicates the presence of a sterile fluid path within the medical device in cases when other parts of the medical device, including the exterior, might not be supplied sterile.
Manufacturer
Sterile fluid path5.2.9.
A.12, NOTE 1
A.12 Examples of use of symbol 5.2.9 for “Sterile fluid path”
NOTE 1: Medical device contains a sterile fluid path that has been sterilized using ethylene oxide
Manufacturer
Sterile fluid path5.2.9.
A.12, NOTE 2
A.12 Examples of use of symbol 5.2.9 for “Sterile fluid path”
NOTE 2: Medical device contains a sterile fluid path that has been sterilized using irradiation.
Manufacturer
Single sterile barrier system5.2.11.Indicates a single sterile barrier system.
Manufacturer
Double sterile barrier system5.2.12.Indicates two sterile barrier systems.
Manufacturer
Single sterile barrier system with protective packaging inside5.2.13.Indicates a single sterile barrier system with protective packaging inside
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Single sterile barrier system with protective packaging outside5.2.14.Indicates a single sterile barrier system with protective packaging outside
ISO 15223-1: 5.3. Storage
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Fragile, handle with care5.3.1.Indicates a medical device that can be broken or damaged if not handled carefully.
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Keep away from sunlight5.3.2.Indicates a medical device that needs protection from light sources.
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Keep dry5.3.4.Indicates a medical device that needs to be protected from moisture.
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Lower limit of temperature5.3.5.Indicates the lower limit of temperature to which the medical device can be safely exposed.
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Upper limit of temperature5.3.6.Indicates the upper limit of temperature to which the medical device can be safely exposed.
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Temperature limit5.3.7.Indicates the temperature limits to which the medical device can be safely exposed.
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Humidity limitation5.3.8.Indicates the range of humidity to which the medical device can be safely exposed.
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Atmospheric pressure limitation5.3.9.Indicates the range of atmospheric pressure to which the medical device can be safely exposed.
ISO 15223-1: 5.4. Safe use
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Biological risks5.4.1.Indicates that there are potential biological risks associated with the medical device.
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Do not re-use5.4.2.Indicates a medical device that is intended for one single use only.
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Consult instructions for use5.4.3.Indicates the need for the user to consult the instructions for use.
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Consult instructions for use5.4.3. A.16 NOTEA.16 Example of use of symbol 5.4.3, “Consult instructions for use” for an electronic instruction for use (eIFU)
NOTE: The eIFU indicator can be a manufacturer’s website URL or some other appropriate indication that the instructions for use are available in an electronic format.
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Caution5.4.4.To indicate that caution is necessary when operating the device or control close to where the symbol is placed, or to indicate that the current situation needs operator awareness or operator action in order to avoid undesirable consequences.
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Contains or presence of natural rubber latex5.4.5.Indicates the presence of dry natural rubber or natural rubber latex as a material of construction within the medical device or the packaging of a medical device.
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Contains human blood or plasma derivatives5.4.6.Indicates a medical device that contains or incorporates human blood or plasma derivatives.
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Contains a medicinal substance5.4.7.Indicates a medical device that contains or incorporates a medicinal substance
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Contains biological material of animal origin5.4.8.Indicates a medical device that contains biological tissue, cells, or their derivatives, of animal origin
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Contains biological material of human origin5.4.9.Indicates a medical device that contains biological tissue, cells, or their derivatives, of human origin
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Contains hazardous substances5.4.10.Indicates a medical device that contains substances that can be carcinogenic, mutagenic, reprotoxic (CMR), or substances with endocrine disrupting properties
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Single patient multiple use5.4.12.Indicates a medical device that may be used multiple times (multiple procedures) on a single patient
ISO 15223-1: 5.6. Transfusion/infusion
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Fluid path5.6.2.Indicates the presence of a fluid path.
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Non-pyrogenic5.6.3.Indicates a medical device that is non-pyrogenic.
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One-way valve5.6.6.Indicates a medical device with a valve that allows flow in only one direction.
ISO 15223-1: 5.7. Others
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Patient identification5.7.3.Indicates the identification data of the patient
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Health care centre or doctor5.7.5.To indicate the address of the health care centre or doctor where medical information about the patient may be found
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Date5.7.6.To identify the date that information was entered or a medical procedure took place
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Medical device5.7.7.Indicates the item is a medical device (under EU Legislation)
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Translation5.7.8.To identify that the original medical device information has undergone a translation which supplements or replaces the original information
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Unique Device Identifier5.7.10.Indicates a carrier that contains Unique Device Identifier information
ISO 7000/IEC 60417
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Recyclable7000 - 1135To indicate that the marked item or its material is part of a recovery or recycling process.
IEC 60601-1: General Symbols
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Alternating currentTable D1, Symbol 1To indicate on the rating plate that the equipment is suitable for alternating currentonly; to identify relevant terminals.
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Direct currentTable D.1, Symbol 4To indicate on the rating plate that the equipment is suitable for direct currentonly; to identify relevant terminals.
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Protective earth (ground)Table D.1, Symbol 6To identify any terminal which is intended for connection to an external conductorfor protection against electric shock in case of a fault, or the terminal of a protectiveearth (ground) electrode.
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Earth (ground)Table D.1, Symbol 7To identify an earth (ground) terminal in cases where neither the symbol 5018 nor 5019 is explicitly required.
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EquipotentialityTable D.1, Symbol 8To identify the terminals which, when connected together, bring the various parts of an equipment or of a system to the same potential, not necessarily being the earth (ground) potential, e.g. for local bonding.
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CLASS II equipmentTable D.1, Symbol 9To identify equipment meeting the safety requirements specified for Class II equipment according to IEC 61140.
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“ON” (power)Table D.1, Symbol 12To indicate connection to the mains, at least for mains switches or their positions, and all those cases where safety is involved.
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“OFF” (power)Table D.1, Symbol 13To indicate disconnection from the mains, at least for mains switches or their positions, and all those cases where safety is involved.
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“ON” for part of equipmentTable D.1, Symbol 16To indicate the ""ON"" condition for a part of equipment, if the symbol 5007 cannot be used, for example, to identify the ""ON"" position of a switch.
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“OFF” for part of equipmentTable D.1, Symbol 17To indicate the ""OFF"" condition for a part of equipment, if the symbol 5008 cannot be used, for example, to identify the ""OFF"" position of a switch.
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Type BF applied partTable D.1, Symbol 20To identify a type BF applied part complying with IEC 60601-1.
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Type CF applied partTable D.1, Symbol 21To identify a type CF applied part complying with IEC 60601-1.
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CATEGORY AP equipmentTable D.1, Symbol 22To identify category AP equipment complying with IEC 60601-1 which also specifies the way in which this symbol has to be used.
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Dangerous voltageTable D.1, Symbol 24To indicate hazards arising from dangerous voltages.
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Defibrillation-proof type BF applied partTable D.1, Symbol 26To identify a defibrillation-proof type BF applied part complying with IEC 60601-1.
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Defibrillation-proof type CF applied partTable D.1, Symbol 27To identify a defibrillation-proof type CF applied part complying with IEC 60601-1.
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Stand-byTable D.1, Symbol 29To identify the switch or switch position by means of which part of the equipment is switched on in order to bring it into the stand-by condition, and to identify the control to shift to or to indicate the state of low power consumption.
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General warning signTable D.2, Symbol 2To signify a general warning
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Warning, electricityTable D.2, Symbol 3To warn of electricity
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No pushingTable D.2, Symbol 5To prohibit pushing against an object
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No sittingTable D.2, Symbol 6To prohibit sitting on a surface
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No stepping on surfaceTable D.2, Symbol 7To prohibit stepping onto a surface
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Follow instructions for useTable D.2, Symbol 10Symbol must appear in color. Limited to Medical Electrical Equipment covered by EN 60601-1
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Follow instructions for useISO 15223-1: 5.4.3. A.16 NOTENOTE: The eIFU indicator can be a manufacturer’s website URL or some other appropriate indication that the instructions for use are available in an electronic format.
IEC 60601-1;
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 Table D.3, Symbol 2Degrees of protection provided by enclosures
N1 =
0 Non-protected
1 Protected against solid foreign objects of 50 mm and greater
2 Protected against solid foreign objects of 12,5 mm and greater
3 Protected against solid foreign objects of 2,5 mm and greater
4 Protected against solid foreign objects of 1,0 mm and greater
5 Dust-protected
6 Dust-tight
N2 =
0 Non-protected
1 Protection against vertically falling water drops
2 Protection against vertically falling water drops when ENCLOSURE tilted up to 15°
3 Protected against spraying water
4 Protected against splashing water
5 Protected against water jets
6 Protected against powerful water jets
7 Protected against the effects of temporary immersion in water
8 Protected against the effects of continuous immersion in water
NOTE When a characteristic numeral is not required to be specified, it is replaced by the letter “X” (“XX” if both numerals are omitted).
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Protected against solid foreign objects of 12,5 mm and greater
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Protected against solid foreign objects of 12,5 mm and greater Protection against vertically falling water drops
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Protected against solid foreign objects of 2,5 mm and greater
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Non-protected
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Protection against vertically falling water drops
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Protection against vertically falling water drops when ENCLOSURE tilted up to 15°
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Protected against splashing water
ASTM F 2503; Magnetic Resonance
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MR SafeASTM F2503-20: 7.3.1An item that poses no known hazards resulting from exposure to any MR environment. MR Safe items are composed of materials that are electrically nonconductive, nonmetallic, and nonmagnetic.(ASTM F2503-20:3.1.13)
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MR ConditionalASTM F2503-20: 7.3.2An item with demonstrated safety in the MR environment within defined conditions including conditions for the static magnetic field, the time-varying gradient magnetic fields and the radiofrequency fields. (ASTM F2503-20:3.1.11)
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MR UnsafeASTM F2503-20: 7.3.3An item which poses unacceptable risks to the patient, medical staff or other persons within the MR environment. (ASTM F2503-20:3.1.14)
 

Applicable Standards
ISO 15223-1, Medical Devices – Symbols to be used with medical device labels, labeling and information to be supplied
IEC 60601-1, Medical electrical equipment - Part 1: General requirements for basic safety and essential performance
ISO 27185:2012/(R)2017, Cardiac rhythm management devices – Symbols to be used with cardiac rhythm management device labels, and information to be supplied – General requirements
ISO 7000 / IEC 60417, Graphical symbols for use on equipment
ASTM F2503, Standard Practice for Marking Medical Devices and Other Items for Safety in the Magnetic Resonance Environment
IEC TR 60878:2015, Graphical symbols for electrical equipment in medical practice

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