Safety
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Explosive Hazards
Failure to follow these warnings can affect both patient and operator safety.
ARNINGS
• Do not operate the system in the presence of flammable anesthetics. Doing
so could lead to an explosioni.
• Do not use the foot switch in the operating room. IEC 60601-1-1 specifies
that foot-operated control devices used in the operating room must be of
watertight construction. The foot switch supplied with the ultrasound system
meets only IPX1 drip-proof construction requirements.
Philips Transducers
Use only transducers that are approved by Philips for use with your ultrasound
system. For a list of transducers that are compatible with the system and for
information on caring for your transducers, see “Transducers” on page 145.
Latex Materials and Patient Contact
The ultrasound system and transducers do not contain natural rubber latex that
contacts humans. Natural rubber latex is not used on any ultrasound transducer,
including transthoracic, intraoperative, and transesophageal echocardiography
(TEE) transducers. It also is not used on Philips ECG cables for the products in
this manual.
WARNING
Latex is commonly used in sheaths (transducer covers) marketed to help with
infection control in transesophageal, endocavity, and intraoperative imaging appli-
cations and during biopsies. Examine the packaging to confirm latex content.
Studies have shown that patients can experience allergic reactions with natural
rubber latex. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration published a medical alert on
latex products dated March 29, 1991.
FDA Medical Alert
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration published the following medical alert on
latex products, dated March 29, 1991:
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