Internal Component Replacement Procedures - GE Vivid q N Service Manual

GE
D FQ091019, R
IRECTION
Section 8-3

Internal Component Replacement Procedures

NOTE: When performing Internal Component Replacement Procedures, generally it is not necessary
to disconnect and completely remove the Control Panel and Keyboard from the system. Simply
remove it from the Bottom Assembly and lay it next to the Vivid q N portable ultrasound
scanner, as shown in
NOTE: When tightening screws, do not overtighten or use excessive force.
DO NOT TOUCH ANY BOARDS WITH INTEGRATED CIRCUITS PRIOR TO TAKING THE
WARNING WARNING
NECESSARY ESD PRECAUTIONS.
1. ALWAYS CONNECT YOURSELF, VIA AN ARM-WRIST STRAP, TO THE ADVISED
ESD CONNECTION POINT LOCATED ON THE REAR OF THE SCANNER (NEAR THE
POWER CONNECTOR).
2. FOLLOW GENERAL GUIDELINES FOR HANDLING OF ELECTROSTATIC SENSITIVE
EQUIPMENT.
8-3-1 P&M (Probe and MUX) Board Replacement Procedure
8-3-1-1 Tools
Use the appropriate Phillips and flat screw drivers, as indicated in the bottom assembly replacement
procedures.
8-3-1-2 Time Required
15 minutes
8-3-1-3 Preparations
Shut down the Vivid q N ultrasound unit, as described in
2
EVISION
Figure 8-15 on page
Chapter 8 - Replacement Procedures
8-11.
Chapter 3 - System
V N S M
IVID Q ERVICE ANUAL
Setup.
8-29