GE Vivid S70N - Probe Maintenance; Probe Related Checks; Probe Handling; Basic Probe Care

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IRECTION FR091521, REVISION 1 VIVID S60N/VIVID S70N BASIC SERVICE MANUAL
10-12 Section 10-3 - Why Perform Maintenance Procedures?
PRELIMINARY
10-5-5 Probe Maintenance
10-5-6 Probe Related Checks
10-5-7 Probe Handling
All Vivid™ S60/Vivid™ S70 probes are designed and manufactured to provide trouble-free, reliable
service. To ensure this, the correct handling of probes is important and the following points should be
noted:
• Do not drop a probe or strike it against a hard surface, as this may damage the probe elements and
the acoustic lens, or may crack the housing.
• Do not use a cracked or damaged probe. Any evidence of wear indicates the probe must not be
used. Call your field service representative immediately for a replacement.
• Perform a visual check of the probe pins and system sockets before plugging in a probe
• Avoid pulling, pinching or kinking the probe cable, since a damaged cable may compromise the
electrical safety of the probe.
• To avoid the risk of a probe accidentally falling, do not allow the probe cables to become entangled
with, or to be caught in the wheels of the system.
• Protect the probe when moving the unit.
• Use a soft cloth and warm, soapy water to clean the probe.
Note: For detailed information on handling Endocavity probes, refer to the appropriate supplementary
instructions for each probe.
10-5-8 Basic Probe Care
The Vivid™ S60/Vivid™ S70 User Manual and the individual probe manufacturers’ handling cards
provide a complete description of probe care, maintenance, cleaning and disinfection. Ensure that you
are completely familiar with the proper care of GE probes.
NOTE: The most recent, up-to-date information on probes and probe care is available at:
http://www.gehealthcare.com/usen/ultrasound/products/probe_care.html
Table 10-10 Probe Related Checks
Step Item Description
1
Probe Holder Clean probe holders (they may need to be soaked to remove excess gel).
2
Probes
Thoroughly check the Ultrasound system probe connectors and remove dust from inside the
connector sockets if necessary. Visually check for bent, damaged or missing pins.
3
Probes Verify that the Ultrasound system properly recognizes all probes.
WARNINGWARNING
ANY EVIDENCE OF WEAR ON A PROBE INDICATES THAT IT MUST NOT BE USED.
IMPROPER HANDLING MAY EASILY DAMAGE ULTRASOUND PROBES.
SEE THE Vivid™ S60/Vivid™ S70 USER MANUAL AND ALSO REFER TO THE PROBE
MANUFACTURER’S HANDLING INSTRUCTIONS, FOR MORE DETAILS.
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE PRECAUTIONS CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY AND
EQUIPMENT DAMAGE. FAILURE TO PROPERLY HANDLE OR MAINTAIN A PROBE
MAY ALSO VOID ITS WARRANTY.