GE GA000100, Service Manual

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4 - 18 Section 4-2 - General procedures
4-2-6-3 To ensure safety while moving the unit
1.) Ensure that the keyboard console and LCD monitor are in locked position (see: 4-2-3 "Top Console
position adjustment" on page 4-11 and 4-2-4 "LCD Monitor position adjustment" on page 4-14 ).
2.) Proceed cautiously when crossing door or elevator thresholds. Grasp the front handle grips or the
back handle bar and push or pull. Do not attempt to move the unit using cables or probe connectors.
Take extra care while moving the unit on inclines.
3.) Ensure that the unit does not strike the walls or door frames.
4.) Ensure that the pathway is clear.
5.) Move the unit slowly and carefully.
6.) Use two or more persons to move the unit over long distances or on inclines.
4-2-6-4 Transporting the unit by vehicle
Take extra care when transporting the unit by vehicle. In addition to the moving precautions listed on
4-2-6-3 "To ensure safety while moving the unit" on page 4-18 , follow the procedure described below.
1.) If not locked, move the keyboard console and LCD monitor to the park position (see: 4-2-3 "Top
Console position adjustment" on page 4-11 and 4-2-4 "LCD Monitor position adjustment" on page
4-14 ).
2.) Disconnect all probes and secure them in their boxes.
3.) Ensure that the transporting vehicle is appropriate for the unit’s weight.
4.) Park the vehicle on a level surface for loading and unloading.
5.) Secure the unit while it is on the lift, to prevent rolling. Do not attempt to hold it in place by hand.
Cushion the unit and strap the lower part so that it does not break loose.
6.) Ensure that the unit is secured inside the vehicle. Secure it with straps to the two hooks under the
system to prevent movement while in transit.
7.) Drive cautiously to prevent vibration damage.
4-2-6-5 At the new location
1.) When the unit is in place at a new location, lock the wheel brakes.
WARNING WARNING
DO NOT MOVE THE UNIT IF THE KEYBOARD CONSOLE AND LCD MONITOR ARE IN
FREE POSITION.
ENSURE THAT THE HANDS OF THE PATIENT ARE AWAY FROM THE CONSOLE ARM
WHEN MOVING THE KEYBOARD CONSOLE.
CAUTION
Avoid ramps that are steeper than 10 degrees.
WARNING WARNING
DO NOT MOVE/LIFT THE UNIT IF THE KEYBOARD CONSOLE AND LCD MONITOR ARE
IN FREE (UNLOCKED) POSITION.