Symbols glossary

Mölnlycke Health Care’s labelling is designed to meet all applicable international standards and regulations. Where possible, Mölnlycke Health Care adopted the use of symbols to communicate requirements, product characteristics and provide guidance on handling and storage to the user. A compiled listing of symbols that may appear on the product labelling and the meaning of the symbol is provided in this document.

  • Batch code (LOT)

    Batch code (LOT)

    Indicates the manufacturer’s batch code so that the batch or lot can be identified.

    ISO 15223-1:2021 Medical devices – Symbols to be used with medical device labels, labelling and information to be supplied – Part 1: General requirements.

  • Catalogue number (REF)

    Catalogue number (REF)

    Indicates the manufacturer’s catalogue number so that the medical device can be identified.

    ISO 15223-1:2021 Medical devices – Symbols to be used with medical device labels, labelling and information to be supplied – Part 1: General requirements. 

  • Caution, see instructions for use

    Caution, see instructions for use

    ISO 15223-1:2021 Medical devices – Symbols to be used with medical device labels, labelling and information to be supplied – Part 1: General requirements.

  • Caution: Federal (USA) Law restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a physician (or properly licensed practitioner) (Rx only)

    Caution: Federal (USA) Law restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a physician (or properly licensed practitioner) (Rx only)

    21 CFR 801.109

  • Contains or presence of natural rubber latex

    Contains or presence of natural rubber latex

    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

    ISO 15223-1:2021 Medical devices – Symbols to be used with medical device labels, labelling and information to be supplied – Part 1: General requirements.

  • Consult instructions for use

    Consult instructions for use

    Indicates the need for the user to consult the instructions for use

    ISO 15223-1:2021 Medical devices – Symbols to be used with medical device labels, labelling and information to be supplied – Part 1: General requirements.

  • No presence of natural rubber latex

    No presence of natural rubber latex

  • Expiry date

    Expiry date

    Indicates the date after which the medical device is not to be used

    ISO 15223-1:2021 Medical devices – Symbols to be used with medical device labels, labelling and information to be supplied – Part 1: General requirements.

  • Medical device (MD)

    Medical device (MD)

    Indicates the item is a medical device

    ISO 15223-1:2021 Medical devices – Symbols to be used with medical device labels, labelling and information to be supplied – Part 1: General requirements.

  • Serial number (SN)

    Serial number (SN)

    Indicates the manufacturer’s serial number so that a specific medical device can be identified

    ISO 15223-1:2021 Medical devices – Symbols to be used with medical device labels, labelling and information to be supplied – Part 1: General requirements.

  • Unique Device Identifier (UDI)

    Unique Device Identifier (UDI)

    Indicates a carrier that contains unique device identifier information

    ISO 15223-1:2021 Medical devices – Symbols to be used with medical device labels, labelling and information to be supplied – Part 1: General requirements.

  • Date of manufacture

    Date of manufacture

    ISO 15223-1:2021 Medical devices – Symbols to be used with medical device labels, labelling and information to be supplied – Part 1: General requirements.

  • Single patient – multiple use

    Single patient – multiple use

    ISO 15223-1:2021 Medical devices – Symbols to be used with medical device labels, labelling and information to be supplied – Part 1: General requirements.

  • Product information-Wound care

    Product information-Wound care

    Can be cut

  • Product information-Wound care

    Product information-Wound care

    Highly exuding wounds

  • Product information-Wound care

    Product information-Wound care

    Moderately exuding wounds

  • Product information-Wound care

    Product information-Wound care

    Low exuding wounds

  • Product information-Wound care

    Product information-Wound care

    Shower proof

  • Product information-Wound care

    Product information-Wound care

    Wound pad size and product area

  • Product information-Wound care

    Product information-Wound care

    Wound pad size and product area

  • Product information-Wound care

    Product information-Wound care

    Wound pad size and product area

  • Product information-Wound care

    Product information-Wound care

    Wound pad size and product area

  • Product information-Wound care

    Product information-Wound care

    Wound pad size and product area

  • Product information – Avance System

    Product information – Avance System

    BF applied part To identify a type BF applied part complying with IEC 60601-1.

    IEC 60601-1, Medical electrical equipment — Part 1: General requirements for basic safety and essential performance.

  • Product information – Avance System

    Product information – Avance System

    Caution related to batteries

  • Product information – Avance System

    Product information – Avance System

    Class II equipment to identify equipment meeting the safety requirements specified for Class II equipment.

    IEC 60601-1, Medical electrical equipment — Part 1: General requirements for basic safety and essential performance.

  • Product information – Avance System

    Product information – Avance System

    Follow instructions for use.

    IEC 60601-1:2005/ COR1:2006 Medical electrical equipment — Part 1: General requirements for basic safety and essential performance. Table D.2, Symbol 10.

  • Product information – Avance System

    Product information – Avance System

    Indicates air leakage in a Negative Pressure Wound Therapy system.

  • Product information – Avance System

    Product information – Avance System

    Indicates blockage in a Negative Pressure Wound Therapy system.

  • Product information – Avance System

    Product information – Avance System

    Indicates low battery.

  • Product information – Avance System

    Product information – Avance System

    Indoor use to identify electrical equipment designed primarily for indoor use.

    IEC 60417 Graphical Symbols for Use on Equipment.

  • Product information – Avance System (IP22)

    Product information – Avance System (IP22)

    Ingress Protection.

  • Product information – Avance System

    Product information – Avance System

    MR unsafe

    ASTM F2503 Standard Practice for Marking Medical Devices and Other Items for Safety in the Magnetic Resonance Environment.

  • Product information – Avance System

    Product information – Avance System

    Recycle: Electronic Equipment.

    Marking of electrical and electronic equipment in accordance with Article 11(2) of Directive 2002/96/EC (WEEE).

  • Product information – Avance System

    Product information – Avance System

    System lasts up to 14 days.

  • Product information - Turning & Positioners

    Product information - Turning & Positioners

    Body weight

  • Product information - Turning & Positioners

    Product information - Turning & Positioners

    First day in use

  • Product information - Turning & Positioners

    Product information - Turning & Positioners

    MR safe

    ASTM F2503 Standard Practice for Marking Medical Devices and Other Items for Safety in the Magnetic Resonance Environment.

  • Product information - Turning & Positioners

    Product information - Turning & Positioners

    Patient number Indicates a unique number associated with an individual patient

    ISO 15223-1:2021 Medical devices – Symbols to be used with medical device labels, labelling and information to be supplied – Part 1: General requirements. 

  • Product information - Turning & Positioners

    Product information - Turning & Positioners

    Wipe off

  • Product information - Turning & Positioners

    Product information - Turning & Positioners

    Write

  • Do not bleach

    Do not bleach

    ISO 3758:2012 Textiles -- Care labelling code using symbols

  • Do not dry clean

    Do not dry clean

    ISO 3758:2012 Textiles -- Care labelling code using symbols

  • Do not iron

    Do not iron

    ISO 3758:2012 Textiles -- Care labelling code using symbols

  • Do not tumble dry

    Do not tumble dry

    ISO 3758:2012 Textiles -- Care labelling code using symbols

  • Do not wash

    Do not wash

    ISO 3758:2012 Textiles -- Care labelling code using symbols

  • Iron

    Iron

    Iron at maximum sole-plate temperature of 110°C without steam

  • Washing at 30°C

    Washing at 30°C

    Maximum washing temperature 30°C in normal condition

  • Washing at 60°C

    Washing at 60°C

    Maximum washing temperature 60°C in normal condition

  • Tumble drying possible

    Tumble drying possible

    ISO 3758:2012 Textiles -- Care labelling code using symbols

  • Wash by hand

    Wash by hand

    Maximum temperature by 40ºC

    ISO 3758:2012 Textiles -- Care labelling code using symbols

  • Corrosive

    Corrosive

  • Flammable

    Flammable

    Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals (GHS)

  • Hazardous to environment

    Hazardous to environment

    Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals (GHS)

  • Health Hazard/Hazardous to Ozone layer

    Health Hazard/Hazardous to Ozone layer

    Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals (GHS)

  •  Sterility steam or dry heat

    Sterility steam or dry heat

    Indicates a medical device that has been sterilised using steam or dry heat

    ISO 15223-1:2021 Medical devices – Symbols to be used with medical device labels, labelling and information to be supplied – Part 1: General requirements.

  • Sterile

    Sterile

    Indicates a medical device that has been subjected to a sterilisation process

    ISO 15223-1:2021 Medical devices – Symbols to be used with medical device labels, labelling and information to be supplied – Part 1: General requirements. 

  • Sterility ETO

    Sterility ETO

    Indicates a medical device that has been sterilised using ethylene oxide

    ISO 15223-1:2021 Medical devices – Symbols to be used with medical device labels, labelling and information to be supplied – Part 1: General requirements. 

  • Sterility irradiation

    Sterility irradiation

    Indicates a medical device that has been sterilised using irradiation

    ISO 15223-1:2021 Medical devices – Symbols to be used with medical device labels, labelling and information to be supplied – Part 1: General requirements.

  • Single sterile barrier system

    Single sterile barrier system

    Indicates a single sterile barrier system

    ISO 15223-1:2021 Medical devices – Symbols to be used with medical device labels, labelling and information to be supplied – Part 1: General requirements.

  • Single sterile barrier system with protective packaging inside

    Single sterile barrier system with protective packaging inside

    Indicates a single sterile barrier system with protective packaging inside

    ISO 15223-1:2021 Medical devices – Symbols to be used with medical device labels, labelling and information to be supplied – Part 1: General requirements. 

  • Do not re-use

    Do not re-use

    Indicates a medical device that is intended for one single use only

    ISO 15223-1:2021 Medical devices – Symbols to be used with medical device labels, labelling and information to be supplied – Part 1: General requirements. 

  • Do not use if package is damaged

    Do not use if package is damaged

    Indicates that a medical device that should not be used if the package has been damaged or opened and that the user should consult the instructions for use for additional information

    ISO 15223-1:2021 Medical devices – Symbols to be used with medical device labels, labelling and information to be supplied – Part 1: General requirements.

  • Non-sterile

    Non-sterile

    Indicates a medical device that has not been subjected to a sterilisation process

    ISO 15223-1:2021 Medical devices – Symbols to be used with medical device labels, labelling and information to be supplied – Part 1: General requirements.

  • CE-mark

    CE-mark

  • CE-mark with Notified Body identification number

    CE-mark with Notified Body identification number

  • UKCA-mark with Approved body identification number

    UKCA-mark with Approved body identification number

  • UK Conformity mark

    UK Conformity mark

  • Authorised Representative (EC REP)

    Authorised Representative (EC REP)

  • CH REP/ Swiss Authorised Representative & Importer

    CH REP/ Swiss Authorised Representative & Importer

  • Distributor

    Distributor

    Indicates the entity distributing the medical device into the locale

    ISO 15223-1:2021 Medical devices – Symbols to be used with medical device labels, labelling and information to be supplied – Part 1: General requirements.

  • Manufacturer

    Manufacturer

    Indicates the medical device manufacturer

    ISO 15223-1:2021 Medical devices – Symbols to be used with medical device labels, labelling and information to be supplied – Part 1: General requirements.

  • Importer

    Importer

    Indicates the entity importing the medical device into the locale

    ISO 15223-1:2021 Medical devices – Symbols to be used with medical device labels, labelling and information to be supplied – Part 1: General requirements.

  • Humidity limitation

    Humidity limitation

    Indicates the range of humidity to which the medical device can be safely exposed

    ISO 15223-1:2021 Medical devices – Symbols to be used with medical device labels, labelling and information to be supplied – Part 1: General requirements.

  • Atmospheric pressure limitation

    Atmospheric pressure limitation

    Indicates the range of atmospheric pressure to which the medical device can be safely exposed

    ISO 15223-1:2021 Medical devices – Symbols to be used with medical device labels, labelling and information to be supplied – Part 1: General requirements.

  • Keep away from sunlight

    Keep away from sunlight

    Indicates a medical device that needs protection from light sources

    ISO 15223-1:2021 Medical devices – Symbols to be used with medical device labels, labelling and information to be supplied – Part 1: General requirements.

  • Keep dry

    Keep dry

    Indicates a medical device that needs to be protected from moisture

    ISO 15223-1:2021 Medical devices – Symbols to be used with medical device labels, labelling and information to be supplied – Part 1: General requirements.

  • Temperature limit

    Temperature limit

    Indicates the temperature limits to which the medical device can be safely exposed

    ISO 15223-1:2021 Medical devices – Symbols to be used with medical device labels, labelling and information to be supplied – Part 1: General requirements. 

  • Lower limit of temperature

    Lower limit of temperature

    Indicates the lower limit of temperature to which the medical device can be safely exposed

    ISO 15223-1:2021 Medical devices – Symbols to be used with medical device labels, labelling and information to be supplied – Part 1: General requirements.

  • Upper limit of temperature

    Upper limit of temperature

    Indicates the upper limit of temperature to which the medical device can be safely exposed

    ISO 15223-1:2021 Medical devices – Symbols to be used with medical device labels, labelling and information to be supplied – Part 1: General requirements.

  • Do not use box cutter

    Do not use box cutter

  • This way up

    This way up

    ISO 7000 Graphical symbols for use on equipment — Registered symbols.

  • Green dot symbol

    Green dot symbol

    Packaging recovery organisation Europe

  • Forest Stewardship Council (FSC)

    Forest Stewardship Council (FSC)

  • Recycling symbol

    Recycling symbol

    ISO 7001 Graphical symbols -- Public information symbols. Ref. no:  PI PF 066

  • QR code

    QR code

    QR Code leading to my.molnlycke.com

  • Triman logo – French waste directive

    Triman logo – French waste directive

  • Product information – EasyWarm

    Product information – EasyWarm

    Fixation belts, tape, straps or supplemental bedding must not be used on top of the blanket. Do not tuck blanket under patient's arms, legs or body and do not place the blanket under the patient. The anaesthetized patient's arms, legs and limbs must not be placed on top of blanket

  • Product information – EasyWarm

    Product information – EasyWarm

    Monitor cutaneous response regularly, according to clinical judgment. When accessing the patient, turn or slide the blanket and do not fold the blanket over itself. 

  • Product information – EasyWarm

    Product information – EasyWarm

    Do not fold the blanket over itself.

  • Product information – EasyWarm

    Product information – EasyWarm

    The blanket must not be used on patients with severe impairment to peripheral (including skin) circulation.

  • Product information – EasyWarm

    Product information – EasyWarm

    The warming pads must be facing up, away from the patient. Correct side indicated by “THIS SIDE UP” marking on the blanket.

    The warming pads must be facing up, with the white side of the blanket towards the patient. Correct side indicated by “THIS SIDE UP” marking on the blanket.

  • Product information – EasyWarm, REF 629905

    Product information – EasyWarm, REF 629905

    Surgery on hands, arms and head, place the blanket over the entire body.

  • Product information – EasyWarm, REF 629905

    Product information – EasyWarm, REF 629905

    Upper body/thoracic surgery, place the blanket over the lower part of the body.

  • Product information – EasyWarm, REF 629905

    Product information – EasyWarm, REF 629905

    Surgery on lower body and/or extremities, place the blanket over arms and chest.

  • Product information – EasyWarm, REF 629915

    Product information – EasyWarm, REF 629915

    Surgery on hands, arms and head, place the blanket over the entire body.

  • Product information – EasyWarm, REF 629915

    Product information – EasyWarm, REF 629915

    Upper body/thoracic surgery, split the blanket and place the lower parts over legs and hips. The upper part may be placed over arms and chest.

  • Product information – EasyWarm, REF 629915

    Product information – EasyWarm, REF 629915

    Surgery on lower body and/or extremities, split the blanket and place the upper part over arms and chest.

  • Product information – EasyWarm, REF 629915

    Product information – EasyWarm, REF 629915

    Surgery in the abdominal area, split the blanket and place the upper part over arms and chest and place the lower parts over legs and hips.

Definitions and Symbols are reproduced from standards with due permission from the Swedish Institute for Standards (www.sis.se), Tel: +46 (0)8 555 523 10) which is the owner and copyright holder of the standards.