Probe Overview
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Probe Safety
Handling precautions
Electrical shock hazard
Mechanical hazards
WARNING
Ultrasound probes are highly sensitive medical instruments
that can easily be damaged by improper handling. Use care
when handling and protect from damage when not in use. DO
NOT use a damaged or defective probe. Failure to follow
these precautions can result in serious injury and equipment
damage.
Electical
Hazard
The probe is driven with electrical energy that can injure the patient or user if
live internal parts are contacted by conductive solution:
• DO NOT immerse the probe into any liquid beyond the level indicated by the
immersion level diagram. Refer to Figure 17-6. Never immerse the probe
connector or probe adaptors into any liquid.
• DO NOT drop the probes or subject them to other types of mechanical shock
or impact. Degraded performance or damage such as cracks or chips in the
housing may result.
• Inspect the probe before and after each use for damage or degradation to the
housing, strain relief, lens, and seal. A thorough inspection should be
conducted during the cleaning process.
• DO NOT kink, tightly coil, or apply excessive force on the probe cable.
Insulation failure may result.
• Electrical leakage checks should be performed on a routine basis by GE
Service or qualified hospital personnel. Refer to the service manual for
leakage check procedures.
CAUTION
A defective probe or excessive force can cause patient injury or
probe damage:
• Observe depth markings and do not apply excessive force
when inserting or manipulating intercavitary probes.
• Inspect probes for sharp edges or rough surfaces that
could injure sensitive tissue.
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