Transporting The Patient And Control Unit; Disposal - Boston Scientific EKOS Control System 4.0 User Manual

Figure 29. Ultrasound Paused/Ready Screen
4� To restart the ultrasound, press the Start button
the time at which it was stopped� If the Start button is not pressed within 5 minutes the start reminder activates�

Transporting the Patient and Control Unit

Warning: Always use the handle when carrying the Control Unit� Failure to do so could cause the Control Unit to be dropped resulting in
bodily injury�
Warning: Before transporting the patient or moving the Control Unit, unplug the power cord from the wall outlet and secure the Connector
Interface Cable near the patient� Pulling of the EKOS Device may cause the device to dislodge, loss of access and patient injury�
1� Unplug AC power cord from the wall outlet�
Note: The Control Unit will automatically switch to battery power and continue to provide ultrasound therapy, if the battery is
adequately charged� If the battery is not adequately charged ultrasound will stop and the Control Unit will turn OFF�
2� Secure the housing end of the Connector Interface Cable near the patient to prevent the EKOS Device from dislodging�
3� Secure the power cord�
4� Use the carrying handle, the EKOS CU 4�0 Cart or an infusion stand to transport the Control Unit with the patient�
• Ensure the Control Unit is securely attached to the EKOS CU 4�0 Cart or infusion stand�
• Transport by holding the pole in the middle or using the provided handle if available to ensure the best control�
• Do not allow the EKOS CU 4�0 Cart or infusion stand to tip�
• Secure patient cables to prevent disconnection during transport�
• Take care not to trip on the power cord or Connector Interface Cable�
5� When the transport is complete, place the Control Unit on a table near the patient� If using the EKOS CU 4�0 Cart or an infusion stand,
ensure the Control Unit is securely attached�
6� Plug the Control Unit into a hospital-grade outlet and, if it is not already turned ON, press the Power button
Note: Press the Start
Start

Disposal

All external and accessible surfaces of this device should be cleaned per the instructions included in the user manual� Include any common
detachable cables (power cord, video cables, patch cords, etc�)� Review this manual to identify if any hazardous materials are present�
If placing the unit into an electronics recycling stream, notify the receiver of the presence the such materials� Use of recycling service suppliers
familiar with medical electrical equipment is recommended, but not required� Do not dispose of by incineration, burial or placement into
common waste stream�
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on the Control Unit for the appropriate channel� The runtime will resume from
Start
button if ultrasound was stopped or paused during transport and needs to be restarted�
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Black (K) ∆E ≤5.0