GE Voluson S6 Basic User Manual page 66

Operating the System
4.6.1 Probe Usage
4.6.1.1 Coupling Gels
4-6
For example: VOLUSON ®
1. Medical probe-sheath
For details about connecting, activating, deactivating, disconnecting, transporting and storing
the probes, refer to: 'Transducer Connection'
'Probe/Program Selection'
Do not use unrecommended gels (lubricants). They may damage the probe and void the
warranty.
Applying:
In order to assure optimal transmission of energy between the patient and probe, a conductive
gel or couplant must be applied liberally to the patient where scanning will be performed.
Precautions:
Coupling gels should not contain the following ingredients, as they are known to cause probe
damage:
•
Methanol, ethanol, isopropanol, or any other alcohol-based product
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Mineral oil
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Iodine
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Lotions
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Lanolin
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Aloe Vera
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Olive Oil
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Methyl or Ethyl Parabens (para hydroxybenzoic acid)
•
Dimethylsilicone
TRANSVAGINAL TRANSDUCER RIC5-9W-RS
on page 4-5 and Probe/Program Selection
on page 4-7 .
Voluson® S6/S8 Basic User Manual
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