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MN1-5008 Rev. 7
1-2-1. Warnings and safety information
Warning
Follow the information in this manual and the documentation supplied with any equipment used
together with this scanner.
Use that is not in accordance with the supplied documentation can result in a serious or moderate
injury, equipment breakdown, or physical damage that impairs operation.
Be sure to preparations for use.
Use the scanner without noticing an abnormal condition can result in injury to the operator or
patient. If any abnormalities are noted on the scanner in the start up check, immediately stop use
the scanner and contact one of our offices and/or distributor's offices listed on the back cover.
See section 3-1 “Start up check”.
Do not use on the eyes.
This scanner is not intended for use on the eyes. The acoustic output can have an adverse effect on
the eyes.
Do not attempt to disassemble, modify, or repair the scanner.
Electric shock or other unforeseen accidents could result. Contact one of our offices and/or
distributor's offices listed on the back cover to request repair.
Clean, disinfect and sterilize before using the scanner as necessary.
Perform properly wash, disinfect and sterilize after use.
Otherwise, there is a risk of infection. Note that the scanner is not sterilized at the factory.
Before using the scanner first, be sure to wash, disinfect and sterilize it as required.
Wear medical gloves during examination.
Conducting examinations with the bare hands can expose the operator to a risk of infection.
Dispose of scanners used for patients with Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease.
Otherwise, there is a risk of infection to the operator or patient. Currently, there are no methods
for washing, disinfecting and sterilizing scanners which have been used on patients afflicted by
Creutzfeldt-Jacob disease.
When using ultrasound contrast agent, follow the supplied documentation.
Unexpected accidents could result. Check the state of the patient and take appropriate precautions
to avoid side effects.
Do not use the scanner fallen on to floor.
Otherwise, there is a risk of infection. Stop the operation and perform the procedure in section 8
"Periodic Inspection", section 5 "Washing, Disinfection and Sterilization" and section 3-1 "Start up
check".
Caution
Constantly check for anything abnormal about the patient’s condition and scanner.
Continued use without noticing that an abnormal condition has occurred can result in an electric
shock and injury to the operator or patient. If an abnormal condition occurs, immediately move the
scanner away from the patient and stop use of the scanner.
The scanner is vulnerable to damage by impact. Therefore, handle it with care.
There is a risk of damage to the scanner when the scanner is fallen or hit somewhere.
Do not use this scanner with other equipment except for those specifically approved in the manual.
Use with unapproved equipment can result in an electric shock, burn, or other injury to the patient
or operator and damage to the scanner and the other equipment.
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