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3.1 Warnings and cautions: preparation and inspection
TB-0545PC/IC/FC, TB-0535PC/IC/FC, TB-0520IC, TB-0510IC
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Ch.3
• To prevent malfunction or damage, be careful not to apply excessive force to the
transducer connecting sections during assembly. If the connection is difficult, it is
probable that a part is crushed, bent or otherwise deformed. Check the
THUNDERBEAT instrument sufficiently and do not use it if an irregularity is
observed.
• Avoid overtightening the rotate knob while holding the transducer. Always use the
torque wrench and stabilizer provided when assembling or disassembling the
THUNDERBEAT transducer. Overtightening may cause damage to the
THUNDERBEAT instrument.
• Do not attempt to clean the contacts inside the transducer plug with a sharp object
such as the tips of tweezers. Do not use metal brushes for cleaning. Otherwise,
deformation or damage of the contact will cause conduction failure, making energy
delivery impossible.
• Be sure to fully insert the transducer plug into the USG-400. Otherwise, an
unsecure connection may result in unexpected disconnection of the transducer
plug, resulting in no output which could lead to potential bleeding.
• When inspecting the transducer, do not touch the transducer plug contacts. Static
electricity that was accumulated during autoclaving may cause an electric shock.
• Place the transducer on a level surface to prevent it from rolling and accidentally
dropping to the floor.
• If the circumference of the contacts of the transducer plug or the switch contacts
turn black, replace the transducer. Otherwise, the transducer could short-circuit and
damage the ultrasonic generator.
• Use care when placing the THUNDERBEAT instrument on a hard surface to avoid
unintentional damage to the THUNDERBEAT instrument.
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