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Chapter 5: Safety
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Biological Safety
Observe the following precautions related to biological safety.
Warning:
The polarity of the battery terminals is fixed and cannot be switched or reversed.
Do not force the battery into the system or the docking station.
Do not connect the battery to an electrical power outlet.
Do not continue recharging the battery if it does not recharge after two successive
six hour charging cycles.
Caution:
To prevent the battery from bursting, igniting, or emitting fumes and causing
equipment damage, observe the following precautions.
Do not immerse the battery in water or allow it to get wet.
Do not put the battery into a microwave oven or pressurized container.
If the battery leaks or emits an odor, remove it from all possible flammable sources.
If the battery emits an odor or heat, is deformed or discolored, or in any way
appears abnormal during use, recharging or storage, immediately remove it and
stop using it. If you have any questions about the battery, consult SonoSite or your
local representative.
Store the battery between -20°C (-4°F) and 60°C (140°F).
Use only SonoSite batteries.
Warning:
Non-medical (commercial) grade peripheral monitors have not been verified or
validated by SonoSite as being suitable for diagnosis.
Do not use the system if it exhibits erratic or inconsistent behavior. Discontinuities
in the scanning sequence are indicative of a hardware failure that must be corrected
before use.
Do not use the system if it exhibits artifacts on the LCD screen, either within the
clinical image or in the area outside of the clinical image. Artifacts are indicative of
hardware and/or software errors that must be corrected before use.
Some transducer covers contain natural rubber latex and talc, which can cause
allergic reactions in some individuals. Refer to the FDA Medical Alert, March 29,
1991.
Perform ultrasound procedures prudently. Use the ALARA (as low as reasonably
achievable) principle.
SonoSite does not currently recommend a specific brand of acoustic standoff.