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User Guide Type 1202 Flex Focus Ultrasound Systems English BB1756-S October 2018 For Professional Users Only...
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Any modification of or installation of software without written permission fromBK Medical will immediately void any warranty supplied by BK Medical. Such changes will also void any service contract and result in charges to the customer for restoration of the original Flex Focus 1202 Ultrasound System.
Chapter 1 General Information This user guide is for all versions of the Flex Focus 1202 Ultrasound System (scanner unit and dock) from BK Medical. The system is a 2D and 3D ultrasound echo and flow imaging system for diagnosis, Intended use data processing and transfer and guidance of puncture and biopsy.
Emergency Medicine • Surgery • Anesthesia • Environment Flex Focus 1202 Ultrasound System is suitable for use in the professional healthcare facility environment (e.g. hospitals, physician offices). Modes of Operation B-Mode (including Tissue Harmonic imaging) • M-Mode • PWD Mode •...
Contraindications The Flex Focus 1202 ultrasound system is not intended for ophthalmic use or any use causing the acoustic beam to pass through the eye. Flex Focus 1202 User Guide (BB1756-S)
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Table 2-1 contains brief explanations of the symbols and information used to label the equipment. (Some labels in the table may appear on the transducer.) BK Medical disclaims all responsibility for the operating safety, reliability and performance of the equipment if these symbols and warnings are disregarded in any way.
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China ROHS 25 Years Environmentally Friendly Use Period for ROHS is 25 Lifetime years. Table 2-1. Symbols and information on the equipment. (continued) 10 Chapter 2 October 2018 Flex Focus 1202 User Guide (BB1756-S)
In addition, if your system interacts with other equipment directly or indirectly, you need to make sure the interactions are both safe and secure. No further training is required, but BK offers training in how to use the system. Consult your BK representative for information. Flex Focus 1202 User Guide (BB1756-S) Safety Information...
Before you use the equipment, make sure that all the safety requirements described in this chapter have been satisfied. Mechanical Safety Mechanical failure or unintended use of ultrasound equipment can result in physical injury to patients or operators. 12 Chapter 2 October 2018 Flex Focus 1202 User Guide (BB1756-S)
• specified in EN/IEC 60601-1 (Part 1: General requirements for safety). the impedance of the ground connection could exceed the limits specified in EN/IEC • 60601-1. Flex Focus 1202 User Guide (BB1756-S) Safety Information...
Electrical noise from nearby devices such as electrosurgical devices – or from devices that Electrical can transmit electrical noise to the AC line – may cause disturbances in ultrasound images. noise This could increase the risk during diagnostic or interventional procedures. 14 Chapter 2 October 2018 Flex Focus 1202 User Guide (BB1756-S)
Possible cables and external antennas) should be used no closer than 30 cm (12 inches) to any interference part of the ultrasound system, including cables specified by BK Medical. Otherwise, sources degradation of the performance of this equipment could result.
Figure 2-1. The terminals for potential equalization and additional protective ground are underneath the control panel. Connecting Other Equipment For connection to other equipment, BK Medical systems have a communication protocol on top of TCP/IP 16 Chapter 2 October 2018...
Otherwise you could risk overloading the network and your equipment failing. Network Printing For printing on network printers, BK supports protocols PCL 5, PCL 6 and PS (Post Script). Flex Focus 1202 User Guide (BB1756-S) Safety Information...
12 V outlet in the neck. More information about the connectors is in Table 2-2. Information about the cables to use is in Table 2-4. 18 Chapter 2 October 2018 Flex Focus 1202 User Guide (BB1756-S)
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Click new ones in place Figure 2-3. Connectors in the neck of the Flex Focus system. The socket comes with a fuse cassette, located just above it. The cassette contains two fuses. Flex Focus 1202 User Guide (BB1756-S) Safety Information...
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If you must use a cable that does not have a DVI connector, you may need to use an adapter. Table 2-3 shows you which adapters can be used. 20 Chapter 2 October 2018 Flex Focus 1202 User Guide (BB1756-S)
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DVI to VGA adapter (2 views) DVI-I BNC (Composite) 7-pin S-video to Composite + BNC (female) to Phone (male) Phono RCA (Composite) 7-pin S-video to Composite Table 2-3. Video connectors and adapters. Flex Focus 1202 User Guide (BB1756-S) Safety Information...
Connect the lithotriptor to a USB connector on the system. If necessary, use a USB RS-232 adapter cable. 1. HistoScanning has not been market cleared by the FDA or licensed by Health Canada. 22 Chapter 2 October 2018 Flex Focus 1202 User Guide (BB1756-S)
This requires the optional wireless license for the system, and a Wi-Fi adapter that is supplied by BK Medical when you buy this option. The Wi-Fi adapter is inserted into one of the USB connectors located in the neck of the system (see Fig 2-3 on page 19).
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Figure 2-5. Position of the Wi-Fi symbol on the screen. To connect to a wireless network, click the Wi-Fi logo, choose the appropriate network, and type in the password. Figure 2-6. Wi-Fi connection window. 24 Chapter 2 October 2018 Flex Focus 1202 User Guide (BB1756-S)
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For information on saving and printing using the DICOM protocol, see the DICOM chapter in Flex Focus 1202 Advanced User Guide (BB1949). Caution: Wifi-c1 The network must be set up correctly so that data is sent to the correct location. Otherwise data can be lost or accessed by unauthorized people.
The auxiliary power outlet is still live even when the ON/Standby button on the system is turned off. To remove voltage from this outlet, you must unplug the power supply cord ON/Standby from the power source. button does not turn off outlet 26 Chapter 2 October 2018 Flex Focus 1202 User Guide (BB1756-S)
When you dispose of the batteries, you must follow national rules. Within the EU, Battery disposal you must send them to appropriate facilities for recovery and recycling. Flex Focus 1202 User Guide (BB1756-S) Safety Information...
Keep away from children. <100Wh Lithium ion rechargeable battery. 0% Hg, 0% Cd, 0%Pb. For optimal performance use BK Medical equipment for charging. Must be recycled or disposed of properly. Recycle facilities may not be available in all areas. Charge before use.
This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Computer Security When the Flex Focus is connected to a hospital network, BK Medical does not take any responsibility for computer viruses from the network that may infect the Flex Focus.
Service and Repair WARNING SR-w1 Service and repair of BK Medical electromedical equipment must be carried out only by Authorized the manufacturer or its authorized representatives. BK Medical reserves the right to personnel disclaim all responsibility, including but not limited to responsibility for the operating safety, reliability and performance of equipment serviced or repaired by other parties.
(as in forming a curve like a figure eight, for example), the area calculation is incorrect. In this case, the calculated area of the polygon is the area of the bigger loop minus the area of the smaller loop. Flex Focus 1202 User Guide (BB1756-S) Safety Information...
WARNING VFI-w5 Check to make sure that the Doppler gate only covers one vessel. Otherwise, the real-time Doppler gate volume flow measurement may not be precise. over only one vessel 32 Chapter 2 October 2018 Flex Focus 1202 User Guide (BB1756-S)
Brachytherapy and Prostate Transperineal Biopsy WARNING B-w1 Verify that the matrix type and coordinates displayed on the monitor agree with the actual Verify matrix matrix template you are using. type and coordinates Flex Focus 1202 User Guide (BB1756-S) Safety Information...
When you use Picture in Picture, do not cover critical information (such as TI or MI) on the PiP must not monitor. Make sure that all important information will appear if you print or save the cover ultrasound image. important information 34 Chapter 2 October 2018 Flex Focus 1202 User Guide (BB1756-S)
720mW/cm , the maximum Mechanical Index (MI) must be 1.9, and the maximum Thermal Index (TI) must be 6. All BK Medical transducers for use with the Flex Focus 1202 Ultrasound System are Track 3. Flex Focus 1202 User Guide (BB1756-S)
TI indicates. A temperature increase of one degree Celsius increase in a patient with fever may Fever cause complications in certain circumstances; it may be safer to delay the investigation. 36 Chapter 2 October 2018 Flex Focus 1202 User Guide (BB1756-S)
MI nor TI SPTA value exceeds the maximum allowable value. When necessary, the system will reduce the output voltage and/or PRF (pulse repetition frequency) to the transducer to comply with requirements. Flex Focus 1202 User Guide (BB1756-S) Safety Information...
Clinical Measurements: Ranges and Accuracies This section states the accuracies for measurements made using the BK Medical range of ultrasound systems. A table containing accuracies for specific transducers can be found in the Technical Data (BZ2100) that accompanies this user guide.
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The user must always try to assess how large an inaccuracy is introduced by the selected step size, that is, the distance between organ cross sections. Flex Focus 1202 User Guide (BB1756-S) Safety Information...
Geometric Measurements 2D Measurements The geometric measurements performed by BK Medical ultrasound systems are distance, perimeter, area and ellipsoid volume. The accuracy of these measurements is influenced by the following factors: Transducer geometry • Rounding of results • Resolution of digital image memory •...
Diagnostic Ultrasound Equipment. AIUM/NEMA. 2004. [11] Medical Ultrasound Safety. Second edition. AIUM. 2009. [12] ALARA Training Program. Ultrasound III Training. BK Medical. 1993. [13] Bioeffects considerations for the safety of diagnostic ultrasound. Journal of Ultrasound in Medicine, Vol. 7, No. 9 (supplement). September 1988.
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CSA: Canadian Standards Association EN: European Standards FDA: Food and Drug Administration (USA) IEC: International Electrotechnical Commission NEC: National Electrical Code NEMA: National Electrical Manufacturers Association UL: Underwriters Laboratories Inc., USA 42 Chapter 2 October 2018 Flex Focus 1202 User Guide (BB1756-S)
The range for tilting the monitor is approximately 15°. If you adjust the angle of the screen, you should check the calibration of the touch screen to ensure accuracy. Flex Focus 1202 User Guide (BB1756-S) Adjusting the System...
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50), unplug from the wall and run on battery power again. Battery Pack Location The battery pack is located in the bottom drawer of the backpack on the mobile battery keyboard dock. Flex Focus 1202 User Guide (BB1756-S) Battery Support...
Display Power supply Push tab to release fuses. Click new ones in place. Figure 4-2. The back of the battery pack. 46 Chapter 4 October 2018 Flex Focus 1202 User Guide (BB1756-S)
Always check before using for the first time. When using new batteries in the system, BK Medical recommends that you plug in the system for approximately 1.5 hours to charge the batteries fully.
When battery capacity is very low, The system beeps • A message appears on the monitor • The on-screen battery indicator turns red • The display on the battery box blinks regularly • 48 Chapter 4 October 2018 Flex Focus 1202 User Guide (BB1756-S)
To exit power save mode and restore the system to normal power, you can do one of the following: Press a key on the keyboard • Press the transducer button • Move the trackball • To enable and configure power save mode, see Flex Focus Advanced User Guide. Flex Focus 1202 User Guide (BB1756-S) Battery Support...
With typical use (which includes imaging and freezing), a fully charged battery pack Typical vs. continuous containing 4 batteries provides approximately 4 hours of operation. With a fully charged battery pack, you can scan continuously for approximately 3 hours. 50 Chapter 4 October 2018 Flex Focus 1202 User Guide (BB1756-S)
“Connecting Other Equipment” on page 16. Cleaning and Disinfection The cleaning and disinfection instructions for the system in Care and Cleaning apply to the battery pack. Flex Focus 1202 User Guide (BB1756-S) Battery Support...
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Press any key on the remote control to wake it up. Hold down the keys on the remote control for three seconds. AUTO The remote control emits two beeps. Release the keys after the second beep. Flex Focus 1202 User Guide (BB1756-S) Remote Control...
Screw the battery cap on tight until the arrow points to the area of the battery cap with a large gap between the ridges. When the battery cap is screwed on tight, the remote control is watertight and can be immersed. 54 Chapter 5 October 2018 Flex Focus 1202 User Guide (BB1756-S)
The remote control requires surface disinfection or sterilization as a minimum. The inside Remote battery compartment cannot be classified as disinfected or sterile. Follow procedures Control established for your hospital, clinic or institution to avoid cross-contamination when inserting or removing batteries. Flex Focus 1202 User Guide (BB1756-S) Remote Control...
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Index Numerics caution or warning, symbol 9 measurements warning 34 Cautions warning about untracked freehand and measure- about 9 ments 34 center frequency 36 connectors for other equipment accessing 18 accuracy location 18 2D geometric measurements 40 picture 19 3D distance 40 table 20 3D measurements 40 consult instructions for use (symbol) 9...
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ground (earth), additional protective on and off, turning system. See Getting Started. adding 16 ON/Standby button symbol 10 symbol on 10 warning 26 overbalance and tipping height, adjusting. See Getting Started. warning 13 HF electrosurgical equipment, warning 30 warning symbol 9 HistoScanning, connector for 22 pairing remote control 53 image distortion 11...
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standby (symbol) 10 Type BF, defibrillator-proof (symbol) 10 standby button. See Getting Started. system isolation from line voltage 12 UA1225. See battery. malfunction 11 UL (symbol) 10 USB, saving to. See Getting Started. User Documentation CD 5 Technical Data (BZ2100) 5 Thermal Index limit setting 38 VFI (Vector Flow Imaging), warnings about 32...
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