Safety Information
2-16 Ultrasound System – Common Service Information
Direction 5444964-100 English
 Rev. 5
Mechanical safety  (continued)
NOTE:  Special care should be taken when transporting the Ultrasound 
system in a vehicle:
•  Before transporting, place the Ultrasound system in its 
special storage case.
•  Ensure that the Ultrasound system is firmly secured while 
inside the vehicle.
•  Secure Ultrasound system with straps or as directed 
otherwise to prevent motion during transport.
•  Prevent vibration damage by driving cautiously. Avoid 
unpaved roads, excessive speeds, and erratic stops or 
starts.
Electrical safety
Safe practices
Follow these guidelines to minimize shock hazards whenever 
you are using the Ultrasound System:
•  To minimize shock hazard, the equipment chassis must be 
connected to an electrical ground. 
•  The Ultrasound System is equipped with a three-conductor 
AC power cable. This must be plugged into an approved 
electrical outlet with safety ground.
•  The power outlet used for this equipment should not be 
shared with other types of equipment.
•  Both the Ultrasound System power cable and the power 
connector must meet international electrical standards
WARNING
Connecting a Ultrasound System to the wrong voltage level will 
most likely destroy it.