Hitachi VC34 Instruction Manual page 3

Introduction
This is the instruction manual for VC34 probe. The probe is available by connecting to Hitachi's ultrasound diagnostic
instrument and can be mainly used for observation of general abdominal organs.
Prior to use, read this manual as well as the separate instruction manual "Safety" in which information for safe use is
provided.
The probe bears the CE mark but the mark is valid only when the probe is connected to the ultrasound diagnostic
instrument bearing the CE mark.
Symbols used in this document
Safety information is classified into Danger, Warning, Caution, and Note according to the level of hazard. Those terms
are used in safety information provided to prevent hazards and injuries to the operator or patient.
Danger
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury to the
operator or patient.
Warning
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury to the
operator or patient.
Caution
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury to
the operator or patient, or property damage only.
Note
Indicates a strong request concerning an item that must be observed in order to prevent damage or
deterioration of the equipment and also to ensure that it is used efficiently.
The type of safety information is indicated by the symbols below.
This symbol means that attention is required.
This symbol means that the described action is prohibited.
This symbol means that the described action is mandatory.
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