Safety Information
2-8 Ultrasound System – Common Service Information
Direction 5444964-100 English
 Rev. 5
Safety considerations
Introduction
The following safety precautions must be observed during all 
phases of operation, service and repair of this equipment. 
Failure to comply with these precautions or with specific 
warnings elsewhere in this manual violates safety standards of 
design, manufacture, and intended use of the equipment.
Human Safety
•  Operating personnel must not remove the Ultrasound 
system covers.
•  Servicing should be performed by authorized personnel 
only. 
Only personnel who have participated in a Ultrasound 
System Training Seminar are authorized to service the 
equipment.
NOTE:  Local laws may restrict this device for sale or use by or on 
the order of a physician.
DANGER DANGEROUS VOLTAGES, CAPABLE OF CAUSING DEATH, ARE PRESENT 
IN THIS EQUIPMENT. USE EXTREME CAUTION WHEN HANDLING, 
TESTING AND ADJUSTING.
WARNING
If the covers are removed from an operating Ultrasound 
System, some metal surfaces may be warm enough to pose a 
potential heat hazard if touched, even while in shutdown mode.