Care and Maintenance
4-18 Ultrasound System – Common Service Information
Direction 5444964-100 English
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Safety test overview  (continued)
WARNING
Users must ensure that safety inspections are performed 
whenever damage is suspected and on a regular basis in 
accordance with local authorities and facility procedures. DO 
NOT use the Ultrasound system or individual probes which fail 
any portion of the safety test.
WARNING
To minimize the risk and avoid an electric shock, only trained 
persons are allowed to perform the electrical safety inspections 
and tests.
CAUTION
Compare all safety-test results with safety-test results of 
previously performed safety tests (e.g. last year etc). In case of 
unexplainable abrupt changes of safety-test results consult 
experienced authorized service personnel or GE for further 
analysis.
CAUTION
To avoid electrical shock, the Ultrasound system under test 
MUST NOT be connected to other electrical equipment. 
Remove all interconnecting cables and wires. The Ultrasound 
system under test must not be contacted by users or patients 
while performing these tests.