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MN1-5255 Rev. 15
1-2-1. Warnings and safety information
Warning
Follow the information in this manual and the documentation supplied with any equipment used
together with this probe.
Use that is not in accordance with the supplied documentation can result in a serious or moderate
injury, equipment breakdown, or physical damage that impairs operation.
Be sure to preparations for use.
Use of the equipment while failing to notice an abnormal condition can result in injury to
the operator or patient. If any abnormalities are noted on the equipment in the start up check,
immediately stop using it and contact one of our offices and/or distributor's offices listed on the
back cover. See section 3-1 "Start up check" for the start up check content and procedure.
Do not use on the eyes.
This equipment is not intended for use on the eyes. The acoustic output can have an adverse effect
on the eyes.
Do not attempt to disassemble, modify, or repair the equipment.
Electric shock or other unforeseen accidents could result. Contact one of our offices and/or
distributor's offices listed on the back cover to request repair.
Clean, disinfect and sterilize before using the equipment as necessary.
Perform properly wash, disinfect and sterilize after use.
Otherwise, there is a risk of infection. Note that the probe is not sterilized at the factory. Before
using the equipment first, be sure to wash, disinfect and sterilize it as required.
Wear medical gloves during examination.
Conducting examinations with the bare hands can expose the operator to a risk of infection.
Dispose of the probe used for patients with Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease.
Otherwise, there is a risk of infection to the operator or patient. Our ultrasound probe is not compatible
with any disinfection/sterilization method for Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease.
When using ultrasound contrast agent, follow the supplied documentation.
Unexpected accidents could result. Check the state of the patient and take appropriate precautions
to avoid side effects.
Do not use the equipment fallen on to floor.
Otherwise, there is a risk of infection. Stop the operation and perform the procedure in section 8
"Periodic Inspection", section 5 "Washing, Disinfection and Sterilization" and section 3-1 "Start up
check".
Caution
Constantly check for anything abnormal about the patient's condition and the equipment.
Continued use without noticing that an abnormal condition has occurred can result in an electric
shock and injury to the operator or patient. If an abnormal condition occurs, immediately move the
equipment away from the patient and stop use of the equipment.
The equipment is vulnerable to damage by impact. Therefore, handle it with care.
There is a risk of damage to the equipment when the equipment is fallen or hit somewhere.
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