Testing Transducers
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Chapter 8 - Test and Inspection Matrix
Testing Ultrasound Transducers
Visual Check
Check the transducer for signs of damage. Ensure that there are no cracks in the
transducer housing or dome, in the cable or the connector plug.
Electrical
Check
1. Turn on the monitor.
2. Connect the transducer(s) to the US 1 or US 2 socket.
3. Check that the display acknowledges the connected transducer(s) in the
Ultrasound frame of the main monitoring screen.
4. Increase the loudspeaker volume to an audible level.
5. Holding the transducer in one hand, move your hand repeatedly towards
and then away from the surface of the transducer, or gently tap the
transducer surface with your finger.
Figure 13
Testing an Ultrasound Transducer
6. Check that a noise is heard from the loudspeaker.
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