Siemens Acuson S3000 - Maintenance; Repair; Siemens Authorized Care

2 Safety and Care
Instructions for Use 2 - 25
Maintenance
Caution: To maintain the safety and functionality of the ultrasound system, maintenance must
be performed every 24 months. Electrical safety tests must also be performed at regular
intervals as specified by local safety regulations, or as needed.
Repair
For questions regarding repair or replacement of any equipment parts on your system, contact
your Siemens service representative.
Siemens Authorized Care
Installers and operators must observe any statutory regulations that govern the installation,
operation, inspection, and maintenance of this equipment.
To ensure the safety of patients, operators, and third parties, the equipment must be inspected
every 24 months, and the replacement of parts is performed as necessary. This maintenance
must be performed by a qualified Siemens authorized representative. It is important to inspect
the equipment more frequently if it is operated under extraordinary conditions.
Perform inspections and maintenance at the prescribed intervals to avoid worn and hazardous
parts due to wear. Contact the Siemens service department for information regarding the
required maintenance.
As manufacturers and installers of ultrasound equipment, Siemens cannot assume
responsibility for the safety properties, reliability, and/or performance of the equipment, if:
 Installations, extensions, readjustments, modifications, additions, or repairs are carried out
by persons not specifically authorized by Siemens.
 Components that affect the safe operation of the system are replaced by parts not
authorized by Siemens.
 The electrical installation of the room where the equipment is located does not meet the
power and environmental requirements stated in this manual.
 The equipment is not used in accordance with the operating instructions.
 The system is operated by personnel not adequately educated or trained.
Siemens suggests that you request any person who performs maintenance or repairs to
provide you with a certificate showing:
 The nature and extent of the work performed
 Changes in rated performance
 Changes in working ranges
 Date of service
 Name of person or firm performing the service
 Signature of person performing the service
Technical documentation pertinent to the ultrasound system is available at an additional
charge. However, this does not in any way constitute an authorization to conduct repairs or
maintenance. Siemens refuses all responsibility whatsoever for repairs that are performed
without the express written consent of the Siemens service department.