GE LOGIQ S7 Expert, Technical Publication

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Safety Information
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Ultrasound System
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Common Service Information
Direction 5444964-100 English Rev. 5
Mechanical safety (continued)
NOTE: Special care should be taken when transporting the Ultrasound
system in a vehicle:
• Before transporting, place the Ultrasound system in its
special storage case.
• Ensure that the Ultrasound system is firmly secured while
inside the vehicle.
• Secure Ultrasound system with straps or as directed
otherwise to prevent motion during transport.
• Prevent vibration damage by driving cautiously. Avoid
unpaved roads, excessive speeds, and erratic stops or
starts.
Electrical safety
Safe practices
Follow these guidelines to minimize shock hazards whenever
you are using the Ultrasound System:
• To minimize shock hazard, the equipment chassis must be
connected to an electrical ground.
• The Ultrasound System is equipped with a three-conductor
AC power cable. This must be plugged into an approved
electrical outlet with safety ground.
• The power outlet used for this equipment should not be
shared with other types of equipment.
• Both the Ultrasound System power cable and the power
connector must meet international electrical standards
WARNING
Connecting a Ultrasound System to the wrong voltage level will
most likely destroy it.