Safety Considerations; Introduction; Human Safety; Mechanical Safety - GE Voluson 730Pro Service Manual

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Safety Considerations

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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.
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Human Safety

Operating personnel must not remove the system covers. Servicing should be performed by authorized
personnel only. Only personnel who have participated in a Voluson® 730Pro / ProV Training are
authorized to service the equipment.
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Mechanical Safety

USE EXTREME CAUTION WHEN ELEVATING THE UNIT, OR IF IT IS RAISED FOR A
WARNING WARNING
REPAIR OR MOVED ALONG ANY INCLINE. IT MAY BECOME UNSTABLE WHICH
!! WARNING:
COULD CAUSE THE UNIT TO TIP OVER.
ULTRASOUND PROBES ARE HIGHLY SENSITIVE MEDICAL INSTRUMENTS THAT
WARNING WARNING
CAN EASILY BE DAMAGED BY IMPROPER HANDLING. USE CARE WHEN
!! WARNING:
HANDLING AND PROTECT FROM DAMAGE WHEN NOT IN USE. DO NOT USE A
DAMAGED OR DEFECTIVE PROBE. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE PRECAUTIONS
CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY AND EQUIPMENT DAMAGE.
NEVER USE A PROBE THAT HAS FALLEN TO THE FLOOR. EVEN IF IT LOOKS OK,
WARNING WARNING
IT MAY BE DAMAGED.
!! WARNING:
Always lower and center the Operator I/O Panel before moving the scanner.
CAUTION
!! CAUTION:
The Voluson® 730Pro / ProV weighs 136 kg or more, depending on installed peripherals, (300
CAUTION
lbs., or more) when ready for use.
!! CAUTION:
Care must be used when moving it or replacing its parts. Failure to follow the precautions
listed could result in injury, uncontrolled motion and costly damage.
ALWAYS:
• Use the handle to move the system. • Be sure the pathway is clear.
• Use slow, careful motions. • Do not let the system strike walls or door frames.
Two people are required when moving on inclines or lifting more than 16 kg (35 lbs).
Keep heat venting holes on the monitor unobstructed to avoid overheating of the monitor.
CAUTION
!! CAUTION:
NOTE: Special care should be taken when transporting the unit in a vehicle:
• Secure the unit in an upright position and lock the caster wheels (brake).
• DO NOT use the Control Panel as an anchor point.
• Place the probes in their carrying case.
• Eject any DVD, CD or Magneto Optical disk (MOD) from their drive.
• Ensure that the Voluson® 730Pro / ProV system is firmly secured while inside the vehicle.
• Prevent vibration damage by driving cautiously.
Avoid unpaved roads, excessive speeds, and erratic stops or starts.
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