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YSTEMS
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V
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ERVICE
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ANUAL
Chapter 3 - Installation
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Unpacking the Cardboard Shipping Carton
The Vivid™ 4 ultrasound unit is packed in a cardboard shipping carton comprising a durable outer
cardboard carton cover, and a wooden platform base; these are firmly joined together with clamps and
screws. A ramp for rolling the Vivid™ 4 ultrasound unit off the platform, is also included.
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Unpacking and Removing the Unit from the Cardboard Shipping Carton
Before unpacking the unit, inspect the carton case for damage. Inspect the
Drop and Tilt
indicators (on
the
Shock-watch and Tilt-watch labels, respectively) for evidence of accidental shock or tilting of the
crate during transit - refer to
NOTE:
If the crate is damaged, or if either the Drop or Tilt indicators have turned red (showing failure),
please inform the GE Medical Systems
sales representative immediately. In addition, mark on
the shipping consignment note or packing slip/post-delivery checklist (in the “Package” column)
that the Tilt and/or Drop indicators show failure.
It is recommended to keep and store the cardboard shipping carton and all other packing materials
(including the support foams, anti-static plastic cover, etc., in the event that transport or shipment of the
unit to a different location will be required in the future.
Figure 3-6 Vivid™ 4 - Cardboard Shipping Carton
