GE Vivid E80, Service Manual

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Completing the setup
Vivid E80/E90/E95
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Service Manual
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GC091052 Rev. 3
Connect a probe
NOTE: It is not necessary to turn OFF power to connect or disconnect a
probe.
Follow these steps to connect a probe:
1. Before connecting the probe:
a. Do a visual check of the probe pins and Ultrasound
system sockets.
b. Remove any dust or foam remains from the probe pins.
c. Inspect the probe and the probe cable for any visual
damage.
2. Hold the probe connector vertically with the cable pointing
upward.
3. Turn the connector locking handle counter-clockwise to the
horizontal position.
4. Align the connector with the probe port and carefully push
into place.
5. Turn the locking handle clockwise to the full vertical position
to lock in place.
6. Position the probe cable so that it is not resting on the floor.
CAUTION
Do not allow the probe head to hang freely. Excessive impact
to the probe will result in irreparable damage.
CAUTION
To prevent probe connector pins damage, or PCB board
damage, do not use excessive force when connecting the
probes.
CAUTION
Keep the probe cables away from the wheels.
Do not bend the probe cables.
Do not cross cables between probes.