Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC)
Ultrasound System – Common Service Information 2-23
Direction 5444964-100 English Rev. 5
Electrostatic discharge (ESD) prevention 
WARNING
DO NOT touch any boards with integrated circuits prior to 
taking the necessary ESD precautions.
Always connect yourself, via an arm-wrist strap, to the advised 
ESD connection point located on the rear of the Ultrasound 
system (near the power connector).
Follow general guidelines for handling of electrostatic sensitive 
equipment.
WARNING
Risk of electrical shock, Ultrasound system must be turned off. 
Avoid all contact with electrical contacts, conductors and 
components. Always use non-conductive handles designed for 
the removal and replacement of ESD sensitive parts. All parts 
that have the potential for storing energy must be discharged or 
isolated before making contact.
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.