GE HEALTHCARE
DIRECTION FC091194, REVISION 11 VIVID 7 SERVICE MANUAL
10 - 10 Section 10-5 - System Maintenance
10-5-4-2 Air Filter Cleaning
NOTE: For your convenience or if the air filter is too dirty, replacement filters are available. Refer to
Chapter 9 for the air filter replacement part number.
10-5-5 Physical Inspection
Table 10-9 Air Filter Cleaning - frequency varies with your environment
Step Item Description
1
Remove Filter
Cover
Refer to Section 8-5 "Air Filter Replacement Procedure" on page 8-8 for air filter location and removal
instructions
2 Clean Filter
The filters can be cleaned in sprinkling water, or they can be dusted with a vacuum cleaner. If the filter
is metal wash and/or vacuum. If the filter is fiber or plastic, vacuum or replace.
3 Install Filter
Install the clean filter.
Table 10-10 Physical Checks
Step Item Description
1 Labeling
Verify that all system labeling is present and in readable condition. See Section 1-5 "Labels
Locations" on page 1-20.
2 Scratches & Dents
Inspect the console for dents, scratches or cracks.
3 Operator Panel
Inspect keyboard and Operator Panel. Note any damaged or missing items.
4
Operator Panel
Movement
Verify ease of Operator Panel (Operator I/O Panel) movement in all acceptable directions. Ensure
that it latches in position as required.
5 Wheels & Brakes
Check all wheels and casters for wear and verify operation of foot brake, to stop the unit from moving,
and release mechanism. Check all wheel locks and wheel swivel locks for proper operation.
6
Cables &
Connectors
Check all internal cable harnesses and connectors for wear and secure connector seating. Pay
special attention to footswitch assembly and probe strain or bend reliefs. Also check the wires
connecting the side-fan on the BEP cover to the 4-PIN to make sure the wires are not pinched or
damaged.
7
Shielding &
Covers
Check to ensure that all EMI shielding, internal covers, air flow panels and screws are in place.
Missing covers and hardware could cause EMI/RFI problems while scanning.
8 External I/O
Check all connectors for damage and verify that the labeling is good.
9 Op Panel Lights
Check for proper operation of all operator panel and TCG lights.
10 Monitor Light
Check for proper operation of any monitor lights, if available.