Defibrillators - Philips EPIQ 7 User Manual

Electrical Safety Safety
CAUTION
For information on electromagnetic emissions and immunity as it applies to the system, see
"Electromagnetic Compatibility " on page 68. Ensure that the operating environment of
your system meets the conditions specified in the referenced information. Operating the
system in an environment that does not meet those conditions may degrade system
performance.

Defibrillators

Observe the following warnings when a defibrillation is required while using the ultrasound
system.
WARNING
Before defibrillation, always remove all patient-applied parts from the patient.
WARNING
Before defibrillation, always disconnect invasive transducers that remain in contact with the
patient from the system.
WARNING
A disposable transducer cover provides no protective electrical insulation against
defibrillation.
WARNING
A small hole in the outer layer of the transducer opens a conductive path to grounded metal
parts of the transducer. The secondary arcing that could occur during defibrillation could
cause patient burns. The risk of burns is reduced, but not eliminated, by using an ungrounded
defibrillator.
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