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IRECTION FK091075, REVISION 04 VIVID 3N PRO/EXPERT SERVICE MANUAL
1-2 Section 1-1 - Overview
1-1-2 Purpose of Service Manual
This manual provides installation and service information for the Vivid 3N ultrasound unit, and contains
the following chapters:
• Chapter 1 - Introduction:
Contains a content summary and warnings.
• Chapter 2 - Pre-Installation:
Contains pre-installation requirements for the Vivid 3N ultrasound unit.
• Chapter 3 - Installation:
Contains installation procedures and an installation checklist.
• Chapter 4 - Functional Checks:
Contains functional checks that are recommended as part of the installation procedure, or as
required during servicing and periodic maintenance.
• Chapter 5 - Components and Function (Theory):
Contains block diagrams and functional explanations of the electronic circuits.
• Chapter 6 - Service Adjustments:
Contains instructions for performing service adjustments to the Vivid 3N ultrasound unit.
• Chapter 7 - Diagnostics/Troubleshooting:
Provides instructions for setting up and running diagnostic, troubleshooting and other related
routines for the Vivid 3N ultrasound unit.
• Chapter 8 - Replacement Procedures:
Provides disassembly and reassembly procedures for all Field Replaceable Units (FRUs).
• Chapter 9 - Renewal Parts:
Contains a complete list of field replaceable parts for the Vivid 3N ultrasound unit.
• Chapter 10 - Periodic Maintenance:
Provides periodic maintenance procedures for the Vivid 3N Pro/Expert ultrasound unit.
1-1-3 Typical Users of the Service Manual
This manual is intended for the following categories of users:
• Service personnel (installation, maintenance, etc.).
• Hospital service personnel.
• Contractors (some parts of Chapter 2 Pre-Installation).
1-1-4 Purpose of Operator Manual(s)
The Operator Manual(s) should be fully read and understood before operating the Vivid 3N Pro/Expert
system, and also kept near the unit for quick reference.