FujiFilm SonoSite Edge II User Manual page 26

Note
To use the transducer
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For general use, apply a liberal amount of gel between the transducer and the body.
WARNING
To apply a transducer sheath
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For invasive use, apply a transducer sheath.
FUJIFILM SonoSite recommends the use of market-cleared, transducer sheaths for intracavitary
applications.To lessen the risk of contamination, apply the sheath only when you are ready to perform the
procedure.
1 Place gel inside the sheath.
2 Insert the transducer into the sheath.
3 Pull the sheath over the transducer and cable until the sheath is fully extended.
4 Secure the sheath using the bands supplied with the sheath.
5 Check for and eliminate bubbles between the face of the transducer and the sheath. Bubbles between the
face of the transducer and the sheath may affect the ultrasound image.
6 Inspect the sheath to ensure that there are no holes or tears.
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Acoustic coupling gel must be used during exams. Although most gels provide
suitable acoustic coupling, some gels are incompatible with some transducer
materials. FUJIFILM SonoSite recommends Aquasonic
with the system.
To prevent contamination, the use of sterile transducer sheaths and sterile coupling
gel is recommended for clinical applications of an invasive nature. Do not apply the
transducer sheath and gel until you are ready to perform the procedure.
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gel and provides a sample
Preparing the transducers