GE H
EALTHCARE
DRAFT
V
OLUSON
E8 / V
OLUSON
E6
D
IRECTION
KTD102576, R
EVISION
7
DRAFT (A
UGUST
23, 2012)
S
ERVICE
M
ANUAL
Chapter 3 - Setup Instructions
3-3
3-2-2-4
Brake Pedal Operation
3-2-3
Safety Reminders
WARNING
WARNING
!! WARNING:
REMEMBER: If the front wheel brakes are engaged for transportation, release brake
pedals (brakes on front wheels under the foot rest) to disengage the lock.
DANGER
!! DANGER:
WHEN USING ANY TEST INSTRUMENT THAT IS CAPABLE OF OPENING THE
AC GROUND LINE (I.E., METER’S GROUND SWITCH IS OPEN), DO NOT
TOUCH THE SYSTEM!
CAUTION
!! CAUTION:
Two people should unpack the system because of its weight.
Two people are required whenever a part weighing 16kg (35 lb.) or more must be lifted.
CAUTION
!! CAUTION:
If the system is very cold or hot, do NOT turn on its power until it has had sufficient time to
acclimate to its operating environment.
CAUTION
!! CAUTION:
To prevent electrical shock, connect the system to a properly grounded power outlet.
DO NOT use a three to two prong adapter. This defeats safety grounding.
CAUTION
!! CAUTION:
DO NOT wear the ESD wrist strap when you work on live circuits and more than 30 V peak is
present.
CAUTION
!! CAUTION:
DO NOT use a 20 Amp to 15 Amp adapter on the 120 Vac system’s power cord.
This system requires a dedicated 16 A circuit.
CAUTION
!! CAUTION:
DO NOT operate this system unless all board covers and frame panels are securely in place,
to ensure optimal system performance and cooling.
(When covers are removed, EMI may be present).
CAUTION
!! CAUTION:
OPERATOR MANUAL(S)
The User Manual(s) should be fully read and understood before operating the Voluson E8 /
Voluson E6. Keep manuals near the system for reference.
CAUTION
!! CAUTION:
ACOUSTIC OUTPUT HAZARD
Although the ultrasound energy transmitted from the Voluson E8 / Voluson E6 ultrasound
system is within FDA limitations, avoid unnecessary exposure.
Ultrasound energy can produce heat and mechanical damage.
Figure 3-2 Environmental Labels
