Step 2 — Testing the endoscopic shaft (TEExi and TEExp only)
To test the endoscopic shaft for bite holes or current leakage
Red leads
Controller
Puncture
test tool
Figure 4
Endoscopic shaft test setup
1 Insert the puncture test tool under the scanplane controller as shown in
is included with the TEExi and TEExp transducer.
Figure 5
Insertion of the puncture test tool.
2 Immerse the scan head and endoscopic shaft in liquid to above the 40 cm mark, but below the 90 cm
mark.
WARNING
Testing for bite holes
Do not immerse the controller, the cord, or the connector in any fluid.
Black lead
Bite hole indicator
Water bath with 5% saline
solution
Conductor plate
Figure
5. The puncture test tool
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