GE M
EDICAL
S
YSTEMS
D
IRECTION
2392751-100, R
EVISION
3
V
IVID
™ 4 S
ERVICE
M
ANUAL
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Section 1-3 - Safety Considerations
WARNING: Equipment damage could result if special care is not taken when transporting the
system in a vehicle.
ALWAYS:
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Secure the system in an upright position and lock the wheels (brake).
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DO NOT use the control console as an anchor point.
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Place the probes in their carrying case.
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Eject any disks from the MOD (if installed).
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Ensure that the system is well prepared and packed in its original packaging before
transporting. Special care must be taken to correctly position the packing material
supporting the monitor. For further information, refer to
CAUTION: Keep the heat venting holes on the monitor unobstructed to avoid overheating of the
monitor.
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Electrical Safety
To minimize shock hazard, the equipment chassis must be connected to an electrical Ground. The
system is equipped with a three-conductor AC power cable. This must be plugged into an approved
electrical outlet with safety grounding.
The power outlet used for this equipment should not be shared with other types of equipment. Both the
system power cable and the power connector must meet international electrical standards.
Note:
When replacing UPS batteries, ensure that defective batteries are disposed of in accordance
with local regulations. Alternatively, forward them to GE Medical Systems for proper disposal.
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Probes
All the probes for the Vivid™ 4 ultrasound unit are designed and manufactured to provide trouble-free,
reliable service. To ensure this, correct handling of probes is important and the following points should
be noted:
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Do not drop a probe or strike it against a hard surface, as this may damage the transducer elements,
acoustic lens, or housing.
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Do not use a cracked or damaged probe. In this event, call your field service representative
immediately to obtain a replacement.
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Avoid pulling, pinching or kinking the probe cable, since a damaged cable may compromise the
electrical safety of the probe.
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To avoid the risk of a probe accidentally falling, do not allow the probe cables to become entangled,
or to be caught in the machine’s wheels.
NOTE:
For detailed information on handling endocavity probes, refer to the appropriate supplementary
instructions for each probe. In addition, refer to the Vivid™ 4 User Manual for detailed probe handling
instructions.
