SonoSite SiteStand, Service Manual

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SiteStand Service Manual 5
C
HAPTER
Safety
Please read this information before servicing the SiteStand.
A WARNING describes precautions necessary to prevent injury or loss of life.
A CAUTION describes precautions necessary to protect the products.
2.1 Electrical Safety
For maximum safety observe the following warnings and cautions:
WARNINGS:
Shock hazards exist if the AC power adapter is not properly grounded. Grounding
reliability can only be achieved when equipment is connected to a receptacle marked
“Hospital Only,” “Hospital Grade,” or the equivalent. The grounding wire must not
be removed or defeated.
To avoid the risk of electrical shock and fire hazard, inspect the AC power adapter
cord and plug on a regular basis. Ensure they are not damaged.
Connection of peripherals not recommended by SonoSite could result in electrical
shock. Avoid electrical shock hazards by using peripherals and accessory cables
recommended by SonoSite.
To avoid the risk of electrical shock, use commercial grade peripherals
recommended by SonoSite on battery power only. Do not connect these product to
AC mains power when using the system to scan or diagnose a patient/subject. Call
SonoSite technical support or your local representative for a list of the commercial
grade peripherals available from or recommended by SonoSite.
CAUTIONS:
Electrostatic discharge (ESD), or static shock, is a naturally occurring phenomenon.
ESD is common in conditions of low humidity, which can be caused by heating or