Safety Information
Operator's Manual 3
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It is required to practice ALARA when operating ultrasound system. Minimize the
acoustic power without compromising the quality of images.
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The transducer and accessories supplied with it are not delivered disinfected.
High-level disinfection is recommended before use.
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Disposable components are packaged sterile and are single-use only. Do not use
if integrity of packaging violated or if expiration date has passed. Please use the
disposable components compliant with the relevant local regulations.
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Please use the disinfection solution that recommended in this operator’s manual,
otherwise Mindray will not be liable for damage caused by other solutions. If you
have any questions, please contact Mindray Customer Service Department or
sales representative.
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Before introducing the transducer: do not rub or spray the tip of the transducer
with an anesthetic agent.
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The damage of the transducer may be caused by the contact of improper gel or
cleaner:
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DO NOT dip the transducer in the strong polar solutions of ethanol, chloride
of lime, ammonium chloride, acetone and formaldehyde.
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DO NOT contact the transducer with solution or ultrasound gel containing oily
medium such as mineral oil or lanoline.
NOTE:
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Read the following precautions to prevent the transducer from malfunction.
– Before connecting or disconnecting the transducer, freeze or turn off the
ultrasonic diagnostic system.
– Clean and disinfect the transducer before and after each examination.
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Repeated disinfection will eventually damage the transducer, please check the
transducer’s performance periodically.
1.3 Ambient conditions
Topreventthetransducerfrombeingdamaged,donotuseitwhereitwillbeexposedto:
• DirectsunlightorX-rays
• Suddenchangesintemperature
• Dust
• Excessivevibration
• Heatgenerators
Table 1-1 Environmental Conditions