Probe Safety - GE Logiq 500 User Manual

Probe Overview

Probe Safety

Handling precautions
Ultrasound probes are highly sensitive medical instruments that
WARNING
can easily be damaged by improper handling. Use care when
handling and protect from damage when not in use. DO NOT
use a damaged or defective probe. Failure to follow these
precautions can result in serious injury and equipment damage.
Electrical shock hazard
Electrical
The probe is driven with electrical energy that can injure the
Hazard
patient or user if live internal parts are contacted by conductive
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Mechanical hazards
A defective probe or excessive force can cause patient injury or
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DO NOT immerse the probe into any liquid beyond the level
indicated by the immersion level diagram. Refer to
Figure 15–6 on 15–14 . Never immerse the probe
connector or probe adaptors into any liquid.
DO NOT drop the probes or subject them to other types of
mechanical shock or impact. Degraded performance or
damage such as cracks or chips in the housing may result.
Inspect the probe before and after each use for damage or
degradation to the housing, strain relief, lens, and seal. A
thorough inspection should be conducted during the
cleaning process.
DO NOT kink, tightly coil, or apply excessive force on the
probe cable. Insulation failure may result.
Electrical leakage checks should be performed on a routine
basis by GE Service or qualified hospital personnel. Refer
to the service manual for leakage check procedures.
Observe depth markings and do not apply excessive force
when inserting or manipulating intercavitary probes.
Inspect probes for sharp edges or rough surfaces that could
injure sensitive tissue.
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