GE Voluson i BT06, Руководство по обслуживанию

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GE V
OLUSON
i / V
OLUSON
e
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KTI106052, R
EVISION
10 S
ERVICE
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ANUAL
5-32 Section 5-5 - Power Supply Unit
5-5-5 Rechargeable Battery Pack Assy (GPA)
(cont’d)
NOTE: The lithium ion technology used in the system’s battery is significantly less hazardous to the
environment than the lithium metal technology used in some other batteries (such as, watch batteries).
NOTICE
!! NOTICE:
The battery is automatically charged when the system is plugged into an active wall outlet.
It takes approximately 10 hours to completely charge a flat battery.
If the system is left in the OFF condition (system unplugged from the wall out let) for an extended period
of time (3 to 5 days or more), the system may not boot up or may beep when turned ON. Should this
occur, the system needs to recharge the battery. This could take 15 minutes to as long as 10 hours,
depending on battery age, system input voltage and system temperature. To eliminate draining the
battery, the system should remain plugged into a wall outlet with wall outlet power switch in ON position.
CAUTION
!! CAUTION:
The battery is designed to work with Voluson i / Voluson e systems
only
.
Only use the batteries authorized by GE.
WARNING WARNING
!! WARNING:
Used batteries should not be placed with common household waste products.
Contact your local authority for the location of a chemical waste collection program
nearest to you.
CAUTION
!! CAUTION:
The battery has a safety device.
• Do
not
disassemble or alter it. Charge the batteries only when the ambient temperature is between
0° and 65° C (32° and 149° F) and discharge the batteries between -10° and 55° C (14° and 131° F).
• Do
not
short-circuit the battery by directly connecting the battery terminals with metal objects.
• Do
not
heat the battery or discard it in a fire.
• Do
not
expose the battery to temperature over 60° C (140° F).
Keep it away from fire and other heat sources.
• Do
not
charge the battery near a heat source, e.g. fire or heaters.
• Do
not
leave the battery in direct sunlight.
• Do
not
pierce the battery with a sharp object, hit it, or step on it.
• Do
not
use a damaged battery. Do not solder a battery.
• Do
not
connect the battery to an electrical outlet.
CAUTION
!! CAUTION:
If the Voluson i / Voluson e portable ultrasound system is not being used on a monthly basis,
the battery needs to be removed during lengthy non-use period.
CAUTION
!! CAUTION:
To avoid the battery bursting, igniting, or fumes from the battery 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 a way appears abnormal during
use, recharging or storage, immediately remove it and stop using it.
• If you have any questions about the battery, consult GE or your local representative.
Storage of battery pack:
Short term (less than one month): 0° C (32°F) - 50° C (122°F)
Long term (more than three months): 10° C (50° F) - 35° C (95°F).