GE Proteus XR/a

PROTEUS XR/a
GE MEDICAL SYSTEMS Operator Manual
REV 11 DIRECTION 2259724-100
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ESTABLISH EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
ESTABLISH PROCEDURES FOR HANDLING THE PATIENT IN CASE OF THE LOSS
OF RADIOGRAPHIC IMAGING OR OTHER SYSTEM FUNCTIONS DURING AN EXAM.
ESTABLISH PROCEDURES FOR HANDLING THE PATIENT IN
CASE OF THE LOSS OF RADIOGRAPHIC IMAGING OR OTHER SYSTEM
FUNCTIONS DURING AN EXAM.
POSSIBLE PATIENT INJURY!
TO AVOID POSSIBLE PATIENT INJURY, BE SURE THAT SYSTEM POWER IS
APPLIED BEFORE THE PATIENT ENTERS THE ROOM. THE OVER HEAD TUBE
SUSPENSION MOVEMENT EM LOCKS AND TABLE LONGITUDINAL TRAVEL
LOCKS FUNCTION ONLY WHEN SYSTEM AC POWER IS APPLIED.
IF POWER IS DISCONNECTED, THE OTS AND THE TABLE TOP (LONGITUDINAL)
WILL MOVE FREELY, POSSIBLE CAUSING THE PATIENT TO FALL.
• DO NOT ALLOW THE PATIENT TO MOUNT OR DEMOUNT THE SYSTEM.
• DO NOT ALLOW THE PATIENT TO USE THE OTS AS A SUPPORT.
OPERATIONAL CHECKS
Be sure the equipment is functioning properly and safely before each examination:
Verify that the following controls are operating correctly:
• Motion controls, and Lock Releases
• Audible and visual alarms
Visually inspect the equipment and make sure that:
• Equipment is not damaged or missing parts
• All cover panels are in place prior to turning on electrical power (hazardous electrical
or mechanical parts could be exposed).
APPROVED OPERATING PROCEDURES AND ACCESSORIES
Be sure to use the equipment and the approved accessories according to
approved operating procedures:
• Perform X-ray tube warm up procedure prior to the exam. Failure to perform this
procedure could damage the X-ray Tube assembly.
• Do not exceed tabletop rating of a 220 kg (484 lbs.) patient. Excessive loading could
damage the tabletop and/or cause the patient to fall.
• Accessories should be properly attached to the table and positioned so as not to
interfere with system motions.
• Avoid unnecessary exposure to radiation. Stay behind the lead glass radiation shield
or lead screen. When in unshielded areas, wear protective apparel such as goggles,
lead aprons, and gloves.
FOR TRAINING PURPOSES ONLY!
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