Introduction; Human Safety; Mechanical Safety - GE LOGIQ A3 Basic Service Manual

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Section 1-4Safety Considerations
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Introduction

The following safety precautions must be observed during all phases of operation, service and repair of
this equipment. Failure to comply with these precautions or with specific warnings elsewhere in this
manual, violates safety standards of design, manufacture and intended use of the equipment.
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Human Safety

Operating personnel must not remove the system covers.
Servicing should be performed by authorized personnel only.
Only personnel who have participated in a LOGIQ A3 Training Seminar are authorized to service the
equipment.
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Mechanical Safety

WHEN THE UNIT IS RAISED FOR A REPAIR OR MOVED ALONG ANY INCLINE, USE
EXTREME CAUTION SINCE IT MAY BECOME UNSTABLE AND TIP OVER.
WARNING
ULTRASOUND PROBES ARE HIGHLY SENSITIVE MEDICAL INSTRUMENTS THAT CAN
EASILY BE DAMAGED BY IMPROPER HANDLING. USE CARE WHEN HANDLING AND
PROTECT FROM DAMAGE WHEN NOT IN USE. DO NOT USE A DAMAGED OR
WARNING
DEFECTIVE PROBE. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE PRECAUTIONS CAN RESULT IN
SERIOUS INJURY AND EQUIPMENT DAMAGE.
NEVER USE A PROBE THAT HAS FALLEN TO THE FLOOR. EVEN IF IT LOOKS OK, IT
MAY BE DAMAGED.
WARNING
Always lock the Control Console in its parking (locked) position before moving the scanner
around.
CAUTION
The LOGIQ A3 weights approx 70kg , depending on installed peripherals, when ready for use.
Care must be used when moving it or replacing its parts. Failure to follow the precautions listed
below could result in injury, uncontrolled motion and costly damage.
ALWAYS:
CAUTION
• Be sure the path way is clear.
• Use slow, careful motions.
• Use two people when moving on inclines or lifting more than 23 kg (50 lb).
NOTE: Special care should be taken when transporting the unit in a vehicle:
• Secure the unit in an upright position.
• Lock the wheels (brake)
• DO NOT use the Control Panel as an anchor point.
• Place the probes in their carrying case.
• Eject any CD (R/W) disk from the CD(R/W) Drive
• Remove the Footswitch and place it in a secure place
• Disconnect any other Off board peripherals if used.
NOTE: Keep the Heat venting holes on the monitor unobstructed to avoid overheating of the monitor.
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