User's Manual

Acclarix AX8 Diagnostic Ultrasound System User Manual Safety
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evidence of damage to the equipment, cables, and transducers. If a component is
damaged replace it before use.
 Do not use in locations subject to vibration.
 Read and understand the section A1.2 Ultrasound Safety and the ALARA Principle
of Acclarix AX8 Advanced User Manual before using the system. Do not expose a
patient to ultrasound energy longer than clinically reasonable.
 Practice ALARA principle when operating ultrasound system. Minimize the
acoustic power without compromising the image quality.
 Do not use in the presence of a flammable anesthetic.
 The system generates radio frequency energy, which may cause interference with
other devices in the vicinity. If interference is suspected, try re-orienting or
relocating the equipment.
 The use of electrosurgical units or other devices that generate radio frequency
interference may cause image distortion or other malfunction.
 During long term storage the battery should be charged at least once every 3
months to ensure battery capacity.
 The system should only be used by a qualified physician or allied health
professional for ultrasound evaluations.
 Use only Edan supplied or recommended parts and accessories.
 Verify measurement results prior to entering them into a report.
 Contact your local distributor or Edan service if there is excessive noise from the
system speaker or fans.
 Please read and understand cleaning instructions prior to use.
 Please read and understand maintenance instructions prior to use.
 Please read and understand instructions for system operation prior to use.
 Studies stored on the system hard drive should be archived regularly. The system
is not intended for long term storage of patient information. Confirm successful
archiving before deleting a study from the hard drive.
 Ensure that the system vents are clear and unobstructed.
 Confirm patient identification information prior to storing or printing any exam
information.
 If you have any questions about maintenance, technical specifications, or system
functionality, please contact your local distributor or Edan service at:
[e-mail]
 Ultrasound images occasionally have artifacts, and should only be used as one
part of an overall clinical assessment.
 To avoid electrical shock, turn off and disconnect the device from the AC power