GE Voluson E Series - Required Facility Needs

2.2.2 Required Facility Needs
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dedicated single branch power outlet of adequate amperage (see:
Table 2-2 on page 2-2 ), meeting all
local and national codes, which is located less than 2.5 m (8.2 ft. / 98.4 in.) from the system's proposed
location.; see Section 2.1.2 "Electrical Requirements" on page 2-2 .
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door opening is at least 76 cm (2.5 ft./ 30 in.) wide
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proposed location for the system is at least 0.5 m (1.6 ft. / 19.6 in.) from the wall for cooling
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power outlet and place for any external peripheral are within 2 m (6.5 ft. / 78.7 in.) of each other with
peripheral within 1 m of the system to connect cables.
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power outlets for other medical equipment
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power outlets for test equipment within 1 m (3.2 ft. / 39.4 in.) of system
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clean and protected space to store probes (in their cases or on a rack)
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material to safely clean probes (done with a plastic container, never metal)
Note
The Voluson E-Series has four outlets inside. One for the monitor and three for on board peripherals.
In case of network option:
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An active network outlet in the vicinity of the ultrasound system.
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A network cable of appropriate length (regular Pin-to-Pin network cable).
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An IT administrator who will assist in configuring the system to work with your local network. A fixed IP
address is required. Refer to the form provided in Figure 3-65 for network details that are required.
Note
All relevant preliminary network port installations at the prepared site must be performed by authorized
contractors. The purchaser of GE equipment must utilize only qualified personnel to perform servicing on the
equipment.
Figure 2-1 recommended Floor Plan 4.3 m x 5.2 m (14 by 17 foot)
1 door – at least 76 cm (2.5 foot / 30 inches) 8 stool
2 film viewer 9 ultrasound system
3 counter top, sink with hot and cold water, supplies storage 10 external peripherals
4 linen supply 11 dedicated power outlet - circuit breaker protected and
easily accessible
5 probes/supplies 12 network interface
6 examination table 13 distance from wall or objects
7 footswitch 14 cabinet for software and manuals
Site Preparation
Voluson E-Series Service Manual
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