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Section 3-7 - Completing the Hardware Installation
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Connecting the Unit to a Power Source
The connection of the Vivid q N ultrasound unit to a power source should be performed by a qualified
person who has completed basic Vivid q N System User Training. Use only the power cords, cables and
plugs provided by or designated by GE to connect the unit to the power source.
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Connecting the Ultrasound Unit to the Electrical Outlet
NOTE:
It is recommended to connect the AC-DC converter to the ultrasound unit first, before
connecting it to the AC wall outlet.
1.) Connect the AC-DC converter to the ultrasound unit.
2.) Connect the AC-DC converter to the wall outlet.
CAUTION
Verify compliance with all electrical and safety requirements and check the power cord to verify
that it is intact and of hospital-grade before connecting the unit to the power source. Products
equipped with a power source (wall outlet) plug should be connected to the fixed power socket
that has a protective grounding conductor. Never use an adapter or converter to connect with a
power source plug (for example, a three-prong to two-prong converter).
DANGER
FAILURE TO PROVIDE AN ADEQUATE EARTH CIRCUIT (GROUND)
MAY CAUSE ELECTRICAL SHOCK AND SERIOUS INJURY!
DANGER
TO AVOID THE RISK OF FIRE, POWER TO THE SYSTEM MUST BE
SUPPLIED FROM A PROPERLY RATED OUTLET. IT IS
RECOMMENDED TO USE A DEDICATED POWER OUTLET.
The power plug should not, under any circumstances, be altered to a
configuration rated less than that specified for the current.
DO NOT use an extension cord or adaptor plug. Refer to
