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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