Siemens Acuson S2000 - 2 Safety and Care; Chapter 1 Introduction; Chapter 2 Safety and Care

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Instructions for Use 2 - 1

2 Safety and Care

Operating Safety and Environment ................................................................... 3

System Symbols ............................................................................................ 3

Labels .......................................................................................................... 11

Biohazard Considerations............................................................................ 13

Note on Fetal Examinations ................................................................. 14

Acoustic Output — Mechanical and Thermal Indices .................................. 15

Mechanical and Thermal Indices .......................................................... 16

Transmit Power Control ........................................................................ 16

Transmit Power Display........................................................................ 17

Imaging Functions that Change Acoustic Output ................................. 18

Transducer Surface Temperature Limits ..................................................... 19

Electrical Safety ........................................................................................... 20

Level of Protection Against Electrical Shock — System ....................... 21

Level of Protection Against Electrical Shock — Transducers ............... 21

Defibrillators ......................................................................................... 22

Defibrillator Use and the ACUSON AcuNav Ultrasound Catheter ........ 22

Implantable Devices ............................................................................. 22

Possible Combinations with Other Equipment ...................................... 23

Maintaining Data Integrity ............................................................................ 23

Data Compression ....................................................................................... 23

Caring for the Ultrasound System ................................................................... 24

Daily Checklist ............................................................................................. 24

Maintenance ................................................................................................ 25

Repair ................................................................................................... 25

Siemens Authorized Care..................................................................... 25

Caring for Documentation and Storage Devices .......................................... 26

Caring for the Battery Pack .......................................................................... 26

Recharging the Battery Pack ................................................................ 26

Battery Pack Replacement ................................................................... 26

Battery Pack Location .......................................................................... 27

Removing the Battery Pack .................................................................. 28

Installing a Battery Pack ....................................................................... 28

Recycling the Battery Pack ................................................................... 28

Cleaning and Disinfecting ............................................................................ 29

Cleaning Ultrasound System Surfaces ................................................. 29

Approved Disinfectant Wipes for the Ultrasound System Surfaces ...... 33

Cleaning the Air Filter ........................................................................... 34

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