Safety Considerations; Introduction; Human Safety - GE Voluson E Series Service Manual

1.5 Safety Considerations

1.5.1 Introduction

The following safety precautions must be observed during all phases of operation, service and repair of this
equipment. Failure to comply with these precautions or with specific warnings elsewhere in this manual,
violates safety standards of design, manufacture and intended use of the equipment.

1.5.2 Human Safety

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Operating personnel must not remove the system covers.
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Servicing should be performed by authorized personnel only.
Only personnel who have participated a Voluson E-Series training are authorized to service the equipment.
Danger
Dangerous voltages, capable of causing death are present in this system. Use extreme caution when
handling, testing and adjusting.
Warning
Do not operate the system in an explosive atmosphere. Operation of any electrical equipment in such an
environment constitutes a definite safety hazard.
Warning
Because of the limited access to cabinets and equipment in the field, placing people in awkward positions,
GE has limited the lifting weight for one person in the field to 16 KG (35 LBS). Anything over 16 KG (35 LBS)
requires 2 people.
Warning
If the covers are removed from an operating Voluson E-Series, some metal surfaces may be warm enough
to pose a potential heat hazard if touched, even while in shutdown mode.
Warning
Do not substitute parts or modify the system. Because of the danger of introducing additional hazards, ONLY
install GE Healthcare Austria GmbH & Co OG approved parts. DO NOT perform any unauthorized
modification of the system.
Warning: Risk of electrical shock
Beware that the main power supply, extended power shutdown and BackEnd processor may be energized
even if the power is turned off when the cord is still plugged into the AC outlet.
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Ensure that the system is turned off and disconnected from power source.
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Wait for at least 20 seconds for capacitors to discharge as there are no test points to verify isolation.
The amber light on the control console ON/OFF button will turn off.
Warning
Use extreme caution as long as the Voluson E-Series is un-stable, not resting on all four caster wheels.
Warning
Use all Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) such as gloves, safety shoes, safety glasses, and kneeling
pad, to reduce the risk of injury.
Warning
Beware of possible sharp edges on all mechanical parts. If sharp edges are encountered, the appropriate
PPE should be used to reduce the risk of injury.
Warning
Wear all PPE including gloves as indicated in the chemical Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS).
An optional veterinary/animal use kit is available.
Do not cross-use the Voluson E-Series ultrasound system between human use and veterinary use.
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