Mandatory Site Requirements; Site Recommendations - GE Voluson P8 Basic Service Manual

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Mandatory Site Requirements

The following are mandatory site requirements. Additional (optional) recommendations, as well as a
recommended ultrasound room layout, are provided in
• A dedicated single branch power outlet of adequate amperage (see
meets all local and national codes and is located less than 2.5 m (8.2 ft) from the unit's proposed
location. Refer to:
• A door opening of at least 76 cm (2.5 ft) in width.
• The proposed location for the unit is at least 0.2 m (0.67 ft) from the walls, to enable cooling.
• Clean and protected space for storage of probes (either in their case or on a rack).
• Material to safely clean probes (performed using a plastic container, never metal).
• Power outlet and place for any external peripheral are within 2 m (6.5 ft.) of each other with
peripheral within 1 m of the unit to connect cables.
NOTE: The Voluson™ P8/Voluson™P6 has four outlets inside the unit. One is for the monitor and three for on
board peripherals.
In case of network option:
• An active network outlet in the vicinity of the ultrasound unit.
• A network cable of appropriate length (regular Pin-to-Pin network cable).
• An IT administrator who will assist in configuring the unit to work with your local network.
A fixed IP address is required. Refer to the form provided in
details that are required.
NOTE: All relevant preliminary network port installations at the prepared site must be performed by authorized
contractors. The purchaser of GE equipment must utilize only qualified personnel to perform servicing
of the equipment.
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Site Recommendations

The following are (optional) site recommendations. Mandatory site requirements are provided in the
Mandatory Site Requirements
• Door opening of 90 cm (3 ft) in width.
• Accessible circuit breaker for a dedicated power outlet.
• Sink with hot and cold running water.
• Receptacle for bio–hazardous waste, for example, used probe sheaths.
• Emergency oxygen supply.
• Storage area for linens and equipment.
• Nearby waiting room, lavatory, and dressing room.
• Dual level lighting (bright and dim).
• Lockable cabinet for software and manuals.
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