Safety Considerations; Introduction; Human Safety - GE LOGIQ 180 Basic Service Manual

GE M S
EDICAL YSTEMS
D 2317229, R
IRECTION EVISION
Section 1-3

Safety Considerations

1-3-1

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.
CARE FULLY READ ALL THE WARNINGS LISTED BELOW.
1.) Read the LOGIQ™ 180 Operator Manual thoroughly before operating the system and keep at hand
for ready reference.
2.) Although the ultrasound energy transmitted from the LOGIQ™ 180 transducer is within AIUM/
NEMA standards, unnecessary exposure should be avoided. Only trained personnel should
operate/service the LOGIQ™ 180.
3.) To avoid electrical shock, use only the supplied power cords and connect them to properly
grounded power Sock et. Do not use a three pin to two pin adapter. This defeats the purpose of
safety grounding. System should be operated within the voltage limits.
4.) Probes are fragile, please handle with care. A damaged probe may cause an electrically hazardous
condition when coupled to the human body. A damaged probe will not produce a desirable image.
A damaged probe has to be discarded. It cannot be repaired or reused. Do not allow the lens to
come into contact with a sharp object or to be knocked against an object.
5.) Do not place liquids on or above the console. If the liquid spills, it may come in to contact with live
parts and can cause an electric shok.This system contains no operator serviceable components.
To prevent shock, do not re move any covers or panels. Should problems or malfunctions occur,
unplug the power cord. Only qualified Service personnel should service the system. Accidentally
coming in contact with the electrical circuits inside the housing could cause serious injury.
6.) Do not use Defibrillators when the LOGIQ™ 180 is operated.
7.) Concerning outside markings, refer to ILLUSTRATION 1-1.
NOTE: This medical equipment is approved, in terms of the prevention of radio wave interference, to
be used in hospitals, clinics and other institutions which are environmentally qualified. The use
of this equipment in an inappropriate environment may cause some electronic interference to
radios and televisions around the equipment. Proper handling of this equipment is required in
order to avoid such trouble according to the operator and service manuals.
1-3-2

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 LOGIQ™ 180 Training Seminar are authorized to service the
equipment.
3
Chapter 1 Introduction
LOGIQ™ 180 B S
ASIC ERVICE
M
ANUAL
1 - 7