Overview; Safety - GE Brivo OEC 715 Service Manual

Brivo OEC 715/785/865 Mobile C-Arm X-ray Product Service Manual

8.1. Overview

This procedure describes how to conduct performance checks and maintenance procedures. Use the
procedure in conjunction with PM checklist in section 9.2. Follow the procedures in the order they appear
here and record all required information on the checklist.
Serious injury and property damage can result from incorrectly performed service procedures. Observe
all operating and safety procedures in this document.
Procedures should be performed by service personnel specifically trained by GE HUALUN
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Medical Systems, Inc. to calibrate the Brivo OEC 715/785/865 C-Arm and Workstation.
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Safety

Ingress of Fluids
The system must never be operated or stored in locations where conductive fluids, like
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water and saline solution, might spill on the equipment.
Always unplug the AC power cable from the wall outlet before cleaning the equipment. Do not allow
water, soap, or other liquids to drip into the equipment and cause short circuits, electric shock and fire
hazards.
Unauthorized Modifications
Under no circumstances should the safety interlock in the system be bypassed, jumped, or otherwise
disabled.
All GE Healthcare systems comply with International Electro Technical Commission safety
standard IEC-60601. Do not connect any external device to the system that does not
meet the requirements of IEC-60601. Only devices provided or approved by GE HUALUN
Medical Systems, Inc. should be connected to the system.
Motorized Mechanical Operation
The Vertical Column is motorized and should be observed continuously during operation to avoid
pinching or colliding with people and object.
If covers are removed, use extreme care when operating motorized features. Do not carelessly place
objects on the equipment or bump or lean against the equipment. Do not wear loose clothing that may
be caught by mechanical mechanisms. Keep hands and fingers clear of motorized equipment while the
motors are in operation.
Electrical Shock
This system can generate lethal voltages. Practice safe electrical testing procedures
when performing periodic maintenance procedures.
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After taking X-rays, the high voltage cables can retain a lethal charge, even if you power
down the system. Even though the contacts are recessed, high voltages can arc several
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inches from their terminals if the cables are removed from the connector wells. Use
caution when disconnecting high voltage cables even when the power is turned off. If
you remove these connections, immediately discharge their contacts against the high
voltage tank case (ground).
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