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Safety
Foot Switch Warning
WARNING
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 Philips ultra-
sound system. The transducers that are compatible with the system are listed in
the “Supported Transducers” on page 145.
Electrical Warnings
To learn about electrical warnings associated with the system, see “Electrical
Warnings” on page 57.
Explosive Hazards
To learn about explosive hazards associated with the system, see “Explosive Haz-
ards” on page 57.
Glutaraldehyde Exposure
The United States Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has
issued a regulation dealing with levels of acceptable glutaraldehyde exposure in
the working environment. Philips does not sell glutaraldehyde-based disinfectants
with its products. This type of disinfectant is, however, recommended for the dis-
infection of transducers used in TEE, intraoperative, endocavity, and biopsy proce-
dures.
To reduce the presence of glutaraldehyde fumes in the air, be sure to use a cov-
ered or ventilated soaking basin. Such systems are commercially available. The
most current information about such products can be found on the following
Philips Web site:
www.medical.philips.com/transducercare
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