OMRON Healthcare, Inc.Symbols Glossary
Symbol Standard No./Standard Title Standard Reference No. / Symbol Title Symbol Meaning
ISO 15223-1 / Medical devices-Symbols to be used with medical device labels, labelling and information to be supplied
5.1.1 / Manufacturer Indicates the medical device manufacturer
ISO 15223-1 / Medical devices-Symbols to be used with medical device labels, labelling and information to be supplied
5.1.2 / Authorized representative in the European Community
Indicates the authorized representative in the European union. Symbol is accompanied by the name and address of the authorized representative adjacent to the symbol
ISO 15223-1 / Medical devices-Symbols to be used with medical device labels, labelling and information to be supplied
5.1.3 / Date of Manufacture
Indicates the date when the medical device was manufactured
ISO 15223-1 / Medical devices-Symbols to be used with medical device labels, labelling and information to be supplied
5.1.4 / Use-by-date Indicates the date after which the medical device is not to be used
ISO 15223-1 / Medical devices-Symbols to be used with medical device labels, labelling and information to be supplied
5.1.5 / Batch code Indicates the manufacturer’s batch code or lot can be identified
ISO 15223-1 / Medical devices-Symbols to be used with medical device labels, labelling and information to be supplied
5.1.6 / Catalogue numberIndicates the manufacturer’s catalogue number so the medical device can be identified
ISO 15223-1 / Medical devices-Symbols to be used with medical device labels, labelling and information to be supplied
5.1.7 / Serial number Indicates the manufacturer’s serial number so that a specific medical device can be identified
ISO 15223-1 / Medical devices-Symbols to be used with medical device labels, labelling and information to be supplied
5.2.8 / Do not use if package is damaged
Indicates a medical device that should not be used if the package has been damaged or opened
ISO 15223-1 / Medical devices-Symbols to be used with medical device labels, labelling and information to be supplied
5.3.1 / Fragile, handle with care
Indicates a medical device that can be broken or damaged if not handled carefully
ISO 15223-1 / Medical devices-Symbols to be used with medical device labels, labelling and information to be supplied
5.3.4 / Keep dry Indicates a medical device that needs to be protected from moisture
Symbol Standard No./Standard Title Standard Reference No. /Symbol Title Symbol Meaning
ISO 15223-1 / Medical devices-Symbols to be used with medical device labels, labelling and information to be supplied
5.3.5 / Lower limit of temperature
Indicates the lower limit of temperature to which the medical device can be safely exposed
ISO 15223-1 / Medical devices-Symbols to be used with medical device labels, labelling and information to be supplied
5.3.6 / Upper limit of temperature
Indicates the upper limit of temperature to which the medical device can be safely exposed
ISO 15223-1 / Medical devices-Symbols to be used with medical device labels, labelling and information to be supplied
5.3.7 / Temperature limit Indicates the temperature limits to which the medial device can be safely exposed
ISO 15223-1 / Medical devices-Symbols to be used with medical device labels, labelling and information to be supplied
5.3.8 / Humidity limitation Indicates the range of humidity to which the medical device can be safely exposed
ISO 15223-1 / Medical devices-Symbols to be used with medical device labels, labelling and information to be supplied
5.3.9 / Atmospheric pressure limitation
Indicates the range of atmospheric pressure to which the medical device can be safely exposed
ISO 15223-1 / Medical devices-Symbols to be used with medical device labels, labelling and information to be supplied
5.4.3 / Consult instructions for use
Indicates the need for the user to consult the instructions for use
ISO 15223-1 / Medical devices-Symbols to be used with medical device labels, labelling and information to be supplied
5.4.4 / CautionIndicates the need for the user to consult the instructions for use for important information such as warnings and cautions
IEC 60417 / Graphical symbols for use on equipment
5333 / Type BF applied part
Identifies a type BF applied part complying with IEC 60601-1
IEC 60417 / Graphical symbols for use on equipment
5840 / Type B applied part
Identifies a type B applied part complying with IEC 60601-1
IEC 60417 / Graphicalsymbols for use on equipment 5172 / Class II equipment
Identifies equipment meeting the safety requirements specified for Class II equipment according to IEC 61140
IEC 60417 / Graphical symbols for use on equipment
5926 / Polarity of d. c. power connector
Identifies the positive and negative connections of a d. c. power supply
IEC 60417 / Graphical symbols for use on equipment
5957 / For indoor use only
Identifies electrical equipment designed for indoor use
Symbol Standard No./Standard Title Standard Reference No. / Symbol Title Symbol Meaning
IEC 60417 / Graphical symbols for use on equipment 5032 / Alternating Current
Indicates that the equipment is suitable for alternating current only; to identify relevant terminals
IEC 60417 / Graphical symbols for use on equipment 5031 / Direct current
Indicates that the equipment is suitable for direct current only; to identify relevant terminals
IEC 60417 — Graphical Symbols for Use on Equipment
5140 / Non-ionizing electromagnetic radiation
Indicates generally elevated, potentially hazardous, levels of non-ionizing radiation, or to indicate equipment or systems e.g. that intentionally apply RF electromagnetic for diagnosis or treatment
IEC 60417 / Graphical symbols for use on equipment 5009 / Stand-by
Identifies 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
IEC 60417 / Graphical symbols for Use on Equipment
5016 / Fuse Identifies fuse boxes or their locations
IEC 60417 / Graphical symbols for Use on Equipment
5008 / “OFF”Indicates disconnection from the mains, at least for mains switches or their positions, and all those cases where safety is involved
IEC 60417 / Graphical symbols for Use on Equipment
5007 / “ON”Indicates connection to the mains, at least for mains switches or their positions, and all those cases where safety is involved
IEC 60417 / Graphical symbols for Use on Equipment
5104 / Start; start of action Identifies the start button
ISO 7010 / Graphical symbols -- Safety colours and safety signs -- Registered safety signs
M002 / Refer to instruction manual / booklet
Indicates that the instruction manual / booklet must be read
ISO 7010 / Graphical symbols -- Safety colours and safety signs -- Registered safety signs
P007 / No access for people with active implanted cardiac devices
Indicates that people with active implanted cardiac devices are prohibited from entering a designated area
ISO 7000 / Graphical symbols for use on equipment 0623 / This way up Indicates the correct upright position of a
package
IP20 IEC 60529 / Degrees of protection provided by enclosures (IP Code)
N/AProtected against solid objects over 12.5mm (e.g., a finger) and no protection against liquids
IP21 IEC 60529 / Degrees of protection provided by enclosures (IP Code)
N/AProtected against solid objects over 12.5mm (e.g., a finger) and protected against vertically falling drops of water or condensation
IP22 IEC 60529 / Degrees of protection provided by enclosures (IP Code)
N/A
Protected against solid objects over 12.5mm (e.g., a finger) and protected against falling drops of water, if the case is disposed at any angle up to 15 degrees from vertical
IP54 IEC 60529 / Degrees of protection provided by enclosures (IP Code)
No specific reference no./ IP Classification
Protected from limited dust ingress. Protected from water spray from any direction, limited ingress protection
Symbol Standard No./Standard Title Standard Reference No. / Symbol Title Symbol Meaning
IP55 IEC 60529 / Degrees of protection provided by enclosures (IP Code)
No specific reference no./ IP Classification
Protected from limited dust ingress. Protected from water jets from any direction, limited ingress protection
21 CFR 801.109 / Prescription Devices Prescription Device
Indicates that the product is a medical device and Federal Law (USA) restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a physician
Medical Devices Directive 93/42/EEC CE Marking CE marking indicates that a product complies
with applicable European Union regulations
BS EN 50419, Marking of electrical and electronic equipment in accordance with article 11(2) of Directive 2002/96/EC (WEEE)
Crossed outwheelie bin
Indicates a product should not be disposed of in a landfill; the black bar indicates that the equipment was manufactured after 2005
Federal Communications Commission FCC Marking
FCC marking indicates the electronic device, which sold in the United States, is certified and the electromagnetic interference from the device is under the limits that are approved by Federal Communications Commission
N/A Cuff Positioning Indicates the correct positioning for the monitor on the wrist
N/A Cuff Positioning Indicates the correct positioning for the monitor on the wrist
or
N/A Artery Marks Types of marks used to indicate the correct positioning of the artery for the upper arm
N/A Cuff positioning Indicator on the cuff for left upper arm
N/A Cuff Indicator Range pointer and brachial artery alignment positioning indicator on the cuff
N/A Cuff Identifier Identifies the type of cuff that is compatible with the blood pressure monitor
N/A Cuff Identifier Identifies the type of cuff that is compatible with the blood pressure monitor
N/A Arm Circumference Range
Indicates the range of arm circumferences to help with selection of the correct cuff size
N/A WarningsVarious warning symbols to indicate a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury
N/AMarking for the position of the replaceable air tube
Indicates the position to insert the air tube