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MN1-5837 Rev.4 Introduction This is the instruction manual for VL54 probe. The probe is available by connecting to Hitachi's ultrasound diagnostic instrument and can be mainly used for observation of mammaly gland and thyroid gland. Prior to use, read this manual as well as the separate instruction manual “Safety” in which information for safe use is provided.
MN1-5837 Rev.4 CONTENTS 1. General Information ...........................1 1-1. Intended use ...................................1 1-2. Classification of ME equipment ............................1 1-3. Standard components ..............................1 1-4. Options ..................................2 2. Specifications and Parts name ........................3 2-1. Specifications .................................3 2-2. Name of each parts ................................4 3. Preparations before use ..........................5 3-1.
• Operation mode ....................Continuous operation • Method of sterilization ..................Refer to the separate instruction manual “Cleaning, Disinfection and Sterilization” 1-3. Standard components The standard components of VL54 probe are as follows. VL54 Probe ··························································· 1 set Storage case ··························································· 1 set Instruction Manual •...
Please use the options listed in Table 1 for performing a puncture. Regarding the usage of the Needle Guide Bracket and the Probe cover, please refer to the documentation supplied with each product. The Needle Guide Bracket and the Probe cover are manufactured by Hitachi Medical Corporation and Civco Medical Solutions respectively. Table 1 Options for puncture Product Name Product No.
At the time of publication of this manual, the connectable diagnostic ultrasound instrument or instrument software version available with this probe is different for each country, please refer to the instrument instruction manual or contact your local Hitachi representative. Field of view: 38mm Mechanical scan field of view: 25°...
MN1-5837 Rev.4 2-2. Name of each parts The name of each part is shown in Figure 2 and the explanation for each part is listed in Table 1. Cable Probe tip Orientation mark Ultrasonic radiation part Connector Figure 2 Name of each parts Table 2 Name of each part and its explanation Name Explanation...
MN1-5837 Rev.4 3. Preparations before use This chapter describes preparations needed to use the probe safely. Please prepare the probe prior to each use by following the instructions below. 3-1. Visual check Visually check the probe tip, ultrasonic radiation part, cable, and connector. If any holes, indentations, abrasion, cracks, deformation, looseness, discoloration, or other abnormalities are found, do not use the probe.
MN1-5837 Rev.4 4. Operation Place the ultrasonic radiation part of the probe onto the skin surface. An image of the region of interest is displayed on the monitor of the ultrasound diagnostic instrument. For details on displaying and adjusting the image, refer to the documentation supplied with the ultrasound diagnostic instrument.
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