Hitachi C41L47RP Instruction Manual page 42

Keep the acoustic power low and minimize the ultrasound
1)
exposure time for the examination of an early pregnancy.
Do not expose the connector to water or other liquids. The
2)
connector is not waterproof.
Do not hit or drop the probe. The probe is easily damaged by
3)
mechanical shock.
Do not use detergents and disinfectants other than listed in
4)
"9.3 Suppliers list".
Use a sterile probe cover to avoid staining or damaging the
5)
acoustic lens.
Clean, disinfect and sterilize the probe and the Magnetic
6)
sensor attachment before the first use as it is not sterilized
in the factory.
Use only the soft cloth or tissue to clean the acoustic lens.
7)
Only a well-trained physician should perform a biopsy.
8)
The Do not use this probe with other equipment except for those
9)
specifically approved in the manual. Use with unapproved
equipment can result in an electric shock, burn, or other injury
to the patient or operator and damage to the probe and the other
equipment.
Do not wash, disinfect or sterilize using procedures other than
10)
those specified in this manual. Infection could result due to
incomplete washing disinfection or sterilization. It can also
result in damage to the probe or reduced performance.
CAUTION
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