Transporting The Venue Fit™ Ultrasound Scanner; To Prepare The Venue Fit™ To Be Moved; To Prepare The Venue Fit™ On Cart To Be Moved; To Ensure Safety While Moving The Venue Fit™On Cart - GE Venue Fit Technical Publication

P R E L I M I N A R Y
DIRECTION 5854713-100, REVISION 2
4-2-8 Transporting the Venue Fit™ Ultrasound Scanner
4-2-8-1 To Prepare the Venue Fit™ to be Moved
1) Power Shutdown
2) Disconnect the power cable from the wall outlet.
3) Disconnect all cables linking the unit to any off-board peripheral devices and network.
4) Place all probes in the probe holders. Ensure that the probe cables do not touch the floor during
transportation.
4-2-8-2 To Prepare the Venue Fit™ on Cart to be Moved
1) Power Shutdown
2) Disconnect the power cable from the wall outlet.
3) Disconnect all cables linking the unit to any off-board peripheral devices and network.
4) Secure the unit's power cable.
5) Place all probes in the probe holders. Ensure that the probe cables do not protrude from the unit or
interfere with the wheels.
6) Ensure that no loose items are left on the unit.
7) Unlock the casters.
4-2-8-3 To Ensure Safety while Moving the Venue Fit™on Cart
1) It is advisable to lower the system to its lowest position before moving the system.
2) Proceed cautiously when crossing door or elevator thresholds. Grasp the back handle bar and
push. Do not attempt to move the unit using cables or probe connectors. Take extra care while
moving the unit on inclines.
3) Ensure that the unit does not strike the walls or door frames.
4) Ensure that the pathway is clear.
5) Move the unit slowly and carefully.
CAUTION
6) Use two or more persons to move the unit over long distances or on inclines.
4-2-8-4 Transporting the Venue Fit™ by Vehicle
Take extra care when transporting the system by vehicles. In addition to the precautions listed earlier
more information), follow the steps below:
1) Before transporting, place the system and probes in their special storage case.
2) Secure the cart with straps or as directed otherwise to prevent motion during transport.
3) Ensure that the cart and system are firmly secured while inside the vehicle.
4) Load and unload the system to a vehicle parked on a level surface.
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Avoid ramps that are steeper than 10 degrees.
Chapter 4 - General Procedures and Functional Checks
VENUE FIT™ SERVICE MANUAL