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Using Vscan Extend
Other recommendations
CAUTION
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Like most high frequency computing devices, the electronic
Vscan Extend
components of
operating normally and as intended.
equipped with safety mechanisms which will automatically
reduce computing speed (frame rate), and ultimately shut down
the device, before any risk of overheating occurs.
Extend
is verified to comply with harmonized safety standards
(see 'Conformance Standards' on page i-3) under any operating
condition described in this user manual (see 'Environmental
requirements for the device' on page 3-3). To help keeping the
Vscan Extend
operating temperature at an optimal functional
level, and to ensure longer scanning time with maximum frame
rate, it is recommended to hold the
there is good contact between the device and the hand.
For patient and personnel safety, be aware of biological
hazards. To avoid the risk of disease transmission:
• Use protective barriers (gloves and transducer sheaths)
whenever possible.
• Follow all infection control policies established by your
office, department or institution as they apply to personnel
and equipment.
will generate some heat while
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is
so that