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MN1-1014 Rev. 14
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 probe.
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 equipment without noticing an abnormal condition can result in injury to the operator or
patient. If any abnormalities are noted on the equipment in the start up inspection, immediately
stop using it and contact one of our offices and/or distributor's offices listed on the back cover.
See section 3 "Preparations for use".
Do not use on the eyes.
This equipment 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 equipment.
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 equipment as necessary.
Perform properly wash, disinfect and sterilize after use.
Otherwise, there is a risk of infection. Note that the equipment is not sterilized at the factory.
Before using the equipment 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 equipments 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 equipment s 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 equipment 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 of the probe".