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Chapter 1 Introduction
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Chapter 1
Introduction
Section 1-1
Overview
1-1-1
Purpose of Chapter 1
This chapter describes important issues related to safely servicing this ultrasound machine. The service
provider must read and understand all the information presented here before installing or servicing a
unit.
1-1-2
Chapter Contents
1-1-3
Purpose of Service Manual
This Service Manual provides service information for the Vivid P3 Ultrasound Scanning System. It
contains the following chapters:
1.)
Contains a content summary and warnings.
2.)
Contains pre-installation requirements for the Vivid P3.
3.)
Contains installation procedures.
4.)
Chapter 4 - Functional Checks:
Contains functional checks that are recommended as part of the
installation, or as required during servicing and periodic maintenance.
5.)
Chapter 5 - Components and Functions (Theory):
Contains block diagrams and functional
explanations of the electronics.
6.)
Chapter 6 - Service Adjustments:
Contains instructions on how to make available adjustments to
the Vivid P3.
7.)
Chapter 7 - Diagnostics/Troubleshooting:
Provides procedures for running diagnostic or related
routines for the Vivid P3.
8.)
Chapter 8 - Replacement Procedures:
Provides disassembly procedures and reassembly
procedures for all changeable Field Replaceable Units (FRU).
9.)
Contains a complete list of field replaceable parts for the Vivid P3.
10.)
Chapter 10 - Care & Maintenance:
Provides periodic maintenance procedures for the Vivid P3.
Table 1-1 Contents in Chapter 1
Section
Description
Page Number