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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Section
Page Number
Limitations
5
Product Description
6
Safety of Ultrasound
8
Contraindications
8
Operation
8
Care of the Instrument
8
General Hints
12
Care of the Instrument
13
Product Compatibility
14
Specifications
14
Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)
17
Troubleshooting Nicolet
Elite
Problems
21
Service
23
Accessories
23
Limited Warranty
24
The purpose of this manual is to guide the user in the operation and care of the
Elite
. Every
reasonable effort has been made to present accurate information.
VIASYS Healthcare
hereby
disclaims and makes no warranty with respect to any diagnosis, clinical condition or interpretation
made based on the information presented herein. Refer to the Limited Warranty at the end of this
manual for the equipment warranty.
Caution:
The 5 MHz and 8MHz vascular probes are not intended for fetal use.
Warning:
This product is not intended for use on or around the eyes. This product is
not intended for use on non-intact skin.
LIMITATIONS
The theory of Doppler ultrasound is beyond the scope of this manual, but is covered in many
recent publications. The
Elite
is designed to be reliable, but as with all medical instruments,
should be treated with care. While the
Elite
augments the user’s skills, it is not a substitute for
medical training and knowledge.
NOTE:
The
Elite
provides the listener with information about the fetus and vascular conditions.
Under poor signal conditions, the fetal heart sounds and readings may not be accurate. (Refer
to the Troubleshooting section at the end of this manual for a description of sensitivity problems
and solutions.) If there is any doubt about the fetal condition after using the Doppler, further
investigation should be initiated immediately.