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Probes
Probe safety
This section includes information on hazards to both the user
and the equipment, as follow:
•
Electrical hazards
•
Mechanical hazards
•
Biological hazards
Electrical hazards
Probes are driven by electricity, which can injure the patient or
user when exposed to contact with conductive solution.
Do not immerse the probe into any liquid beyond the level shown
in Figure 10-4. Never immerse the probe connector or adaptors
WARNING
into any liquid.
Do not subject the probe to mechanical shock or impact, which
may result in cracks or chips in the housing and degrade
performance.
Inspect the probe before and after each use, as described on
page 272, for damage or degradation to the housing, strain relief,
lens and seal.
DO NOT apply excessive force to the probe cable, to prevent
insulation failure.
Electrical leakage checks should be performed regularly by a GE
service representative or qualified hospital personnel, according
to the procedures described in EN 60601-1/IEC 60601-1 §19.
Mechanical hazards
Take precaution to avoid mechanical hazards.
Observe immersion levels as displayed in Figure 10-4, page 275.
Inspect probes for sharp edges or rough surfaces that could
WARNING
injure sensitive tissue.
DO NOT bend or pull the cable forcefully, to avoid mechanical
shock or impact to the probe.
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