Intraoperative Transducers
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The primary areas of customer misuse are
• Cuts and abrasions on the transducer insulation and lens from sharp instru-
ments such as scalpels, scissors, and clamps
• Improper disinfection techniques, causing fluid to enter the transducer or
damage transducer materials
• Damage caused by dropping the transducer on a hard surface
WARNING
If you find any signs of damage to the transducer, patient safety may be in ques-
tion. Do not use the transducer, and contact your Philips service representative.
To minimize the chance of damage, Philips strongly recommends that you clearly
post stringent protocols for the care of intraoperative transducers based on the
information in this manual.