1-6 Safety Precautions
DO NOT connect or disconnect the system
s power cord or
its accessories (e.g., a printer) without turning OFF the power
first. This may damage the system and its accessories or
cause electric shock.
If the system is powered off improperly during operation, it
may result in data damage of the system
s hard disk or
system failure.
13.
Do not use the system to examine a fetus for a long period of
time.
Do not use a USB memory device (e.g., a USB flash drive,
removable hard disk) which has unsafe data. Otherwise,
system damage may result.
It is recommended to only use the video devices specified in
this manual.
Do not use gel, disinfectant, probes, probe sheath or needle-
guided brackets that are not compatible with the system.
17.
Read the Acoustic Output Principle in the operation manual
carefully before operate this system on clinical examination.
Please use the ultrasound gel compliant with the relevant
local regulations.
DO NOT touch the Signal I/O ports if in contact with the patient;
otherwise patient injury may result.
The ultrasound system can be powered by connecting to mains
power supply or powered by internal battery, if you have any
doubt with stability of mains power protective grounding, please
use internal battery.
NOTE:
1. DO NOT use the system in the vicinity of strong electromagnetic field (such as a
transformer), which may affect the performance of the system.
2. DO NOT use the system in the vicinity of high-frequency radiation source, which
may affect the performance of the system or even lead to failure.
3.
When using or placing the system, keep the system horizontal to avoid
disbalance.
To avoid damaging the system, DO NOT use it in following environment:
(1) Locations exposed to direct sunlight;
(2) Locations subject to sudden changes in environmental temperature;
(3) Dusty locations;
(4) Locations subject to vibration;
(5) Locations near heat generators;
(6) Locations with high humidity.
5. Turn ON the system only after the power has been turned OFF for a while. If the
system is turned ON immediately after being turned OFF, the system may not be
rebooted properly and could malfunction.