1.5.6 Labels Locations
The Voluson E-Series ultrasound system comes equipped with product labels and icons. These labels and
icons represent pertinent information regarding the operation of the system.
Note
For description of all symbols and labels used in combination with this Voluson E-Series ultrasound system,
refer to Section 1.4.3 on page 1-16 and Chapter 2 in the Basic User Manual of your system.
1.5.6.1 Identification and Rating Plate
The Identification and Rating Plate is located on the rear of the Voluson E-Series system.
The layout of the Identification and Rating Plate depends on BT-version and/or date of manufacture.
Figure 1-1 Identification and Rating Plate: Examples
1 Manufacturer 7 Frequency 13 Hg label
2 Model Type 8 Safety type: Type BF 14 approx. weight of the system
3 System Voltage range 9 WEEE Disposal Icon 15 EAC label
4 Power Consumption nominal 10 TUEV NRTL Certification mark 16 UDI label (barcode and characters)
5 System Serial Number 11 CE Conformity mark 17 GOST-R label
6 Manufacturing date 12 FDA Guidance 18 Brand and model, BT version
19 Part number
1.5.7 Dangerous Procedure Warnings
Warnings, such as the examples below, precede potentially dangerous procedures throughout this manual.
Instructions contained in the warnings must be followed.
Danger
Dangerous voltages, capable of causing death are present in this system. Use extreme caution when
handling, testing and adjusting.
Warning
If the covers are removed from an operating Voluson E-Series, some metal surfaces may be warm enough
to pose a potential heat hazard if touched, even while in shutdown mode.
Warning
Do not operate the system in an explosive atmosphere. Operation of any electrical equipment in such an
environment constitutes a definite safety hazard.
Warning
Do not substitute parts or modify the system. Because of the danger of introducing additional hazards, ONLY
install GE Healthcare Austria GmbH & Co OG approved parts. DO NOT perform any unauthorized
modification of the system.
Introduction
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