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Maintenance
Caution: To maintain the safety and functionality of the ultrasound system,
maintenance must be performed every 12 months. Electrical safety tests must
also be performed at regular intervals as specified by local safety regulations, or
as needed.
Repair
For questions regarding repair or replacement of any equipment parts on
your system, contact your Siemens service representative.
Siemens Authorized Care
Installers and operators must observe any statutory regulations that govern
the installation, operation, inspection, and maintenance of this equipment.
To ensure the safety of patients, operators, and third parties, the equipment
must be inspected every 12 months, and the replacement of parts is
performed as necessary. This maintenance must be performed by a
qualified Siemens authorized representative. It is important to inspect the
equipment more frequently if it is operated under extraordinary conditions.
Perform inspections and maintenance at the prescribed intervals to avoid
worn and hazardous parts due to wear. Contact the Siemens service
department for information regarding the required maintenance.
As manufacturers and installers of ultrasound equipment, Siemens cannot
assume responsibility for the safety properties, reliability, and/or
performance of the equipment, if:
Installations, extensions, readjustments, modifications, additions, or
repairs are carried out by persons not specifically authorized by
Siemens.
Components that affect the safe operation of the system are replaced
by parts not authorized by Siemens.
The electrical installation of the room where the equipment is located
does not meet the power and environmental requirements stated in this
manual.
The equipment is not used in accordance with the operating
instructions.
The system is operated by personnel not adequately educated or
trained.
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