Olympus USG-400, Maintenance Manual

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USG-400
ISSUE1 4-3 Care, Storage, and Disposal
5.
Drying
After wiping with disinfecting alcohol, be sure to dry the ultrasonic generator
completely prior to use.
2 Storage
CAUTION
Do not store the ultrasonic generator in a place that is
exposed to direct sunlight, X-rays, radioactivity or strong
electromagnetic waves (e.g., the vicinity of a microwave
therapeutic device, short-wave therapeutic device, MRI,
wireless set, cellular phone, etc.). Also avoid storing in places
of high temperatures, high humidity and where
moisture/water is present. Otherwise, the instrument may be
damaged and/or could present an infection control risk.
Do not apply excessive force to the transducer cord by
bending, straining or twisting it too much. Otherwise, the
damaged cord may cause malfunction.
Do not subject the ultrasonic generator to strong impacts
during storage. Doing so will damage the ultrasonic
generator.
1.
Store location
Place the ultrasonic generator in a level posture on a stable surface. When it
is not placed on the energy cart.
2.
Storge environment
Store the ultrasonic generator properly in a clean, dustless place in
compliance with the environmental conditions given in “Specifications” in the
Specifications.
3 Disposal
When disposing of the ultrasonic generator, be sure to observe your national and local laws and guidelines.