GE Voluson i BT06, Service Manual

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GE V
OLUSON
i / V
OLUSON
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IRECTION
KTI106052, R
EVISION
10 S
ERVICE
M
ANUAL
Chapter 1 - Introduction 1-9
1-3-3 Mechanical Safety
(cont’d)
Always:
• Eject any DVD/CD from the drive.
• Ensure that the Voluson i / Voluson e system is well prepared and packed in its original packaging
before transporting. Special care must be taken to correctly position the packing material. For
further information, refer to Chapter 3 - Setup Instructions on page 3-1 .
• Place the probes in their carrying cases.
• Secure the Cart in an upright position and lock the wheels (brake).
• Ensure that the Voluson i / Voluson e system (and Cart if applicable) is firmly secured while inside
the vehicle.
• Secure the 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.
1-3-4 Electrical Safety
1-3-4-1 Safe Practices
The system is equipped with a three-conductor AC power cable. This must be plugged into an approved
electrical outlet with safety ground. If an extension cord is used with the system, make sure that the total
current rating of the system does not exceed the extension cord rating.
The power outlet of the AC/DC converter used for this equipment should not be shared with other types
of equipment. Both, the system power cable and the power connector meet international electrical
standards.
1-3-4-2 Probes
All the probes for the Voluson i / Voluson e portable ultrasound system are designed and manufactured
to provide trouble-free, reliable service. To ensure this, correct handling of probes is important and the
following points should be noted:
• Do not drop a probe or strike it against a hard surface, as this may damage the transducer elements,
acoustic lens, or housing.
• Inspect the probe prior to each use for damage or degradation to the Housing, Cable strain relief,
Lens and Seal.
• Do not use a cracked or damaged probe. In this event, call your field service representative
immediately to obtain a replacement.
• Avoid pulling, pinching or kinking the probe cable, since a damaged cable may compromise the
electrical safety of the probe.
• To avoid the risk of a probe accidentally falling, do not allow the probe cables to become entangled,
or to be caught in the machine’s wheels.
• Never immerse the probe connector or adapter into any liquid.
NOTE: For detailed information on handling probes, refer to the Voluson i / Voluson e Basic User Manual and
the care card supplied with the probe.
WARNING WARNING
!! WARNING:
CONNECTING A VOLUSON I / VOLUSON E SCANNER TO THE WRONG VOLTAGE
LEVEL WILL MOST LIKELY DESTROY THE SCANNER.