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Patient Environment
The Uscan is intended to be used in a medical facility. It is battery powered and the user is expected to bring
the system into the patient environment for use. Power supply connections for recharging are to remain outside
the patient environment. See
Fig 1.4 for a drawing of the patient environment. When a power supply is
connected, ensure the connection c
an be easily disconnected.
Fig 1.4 Patient Environment
Warning
Equipment not suitable for use in the presence of a FLAMMABLE ANAESTHETIC
MIXTURE
WITH AIR OR WITH OXYGEN OR NITROUS OXIDE.
Do not use the system near high-fre
quency surgical equipment, as it could create a burn hazard.
Do not recharge the system in the patient environment.
Caution
Do not allow any fluid to enter the USB connector on the probe or
any connectors on the display.
If fluid is spilled on the probe, display
, or cable, immediately remove the fluid with a soft dry cloth. Carefully
inspect the probe USB connector and display connectors for signs of fluid ingress. If there are any signs of
fluid ingress or if the device exhibits any unusual behavior, do not use and contact
Signostics customer support
or your Signostics distributor immediately. If required, also follow the cleaning and disinfection instructions
(see
Cleaning).
Cautions, Warnings and Contraindications
To ensure the device is not damaged and user and patient safety is maintained, please read and follow the
cautions and warnings below.
Warnings
Show care when scanning near a wound to avoid damaging or further injuring the af
fected area.
You must have appropriate ultrasound training before using the s
ystem for general ultrasound imaging
or adjusting bladder measurement outlines.
Review the ultrasound image when measuring bla
dder volume on pregnant or post-partum patients,
and adjust the bladder outline if it has included amniotic fluid or the uterus in the measurement.
Equipment not suitable for use in the presence of a FLAMMABLE ANAESTHETIC
MIXTURE
WITH AIR OR WITH OXYGEN OR NITROUS OXIDE.
Do not use the system near high-fre
quency surgical equipment, as it could create a burn hazard.
Do not recharge the system in the patient environment.
Recharge Uscan o
nly with the Power Supplies (chargers) provided.
The U
scan Power Supply are dedicated units to be used exclusively with the Uscan System only.
Only connect the Power Supplies to a mains supply rated at 100-24
0V and 50-60Hz.
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