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Prevention of static electricity 
interference
Interference from static electricity can damage electronic 
components in the system. The following measures help to 
reduce the likelihood of electrostatic discharge:
•  Wipe the alphanumeric keyboard and monitor with lint-free 
tissue or a soft cloth dampened with anti-static spray on a 
monthly basis.
•  Spray carpets with anti-static spray because constant 
walking on carpets in or near the...

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Troubleshooting
The Vivid 7/Vivid 7 PRO ultrasound unit is engineered for 
reliable operation and consistent, high-quality performance. 
Automatic self-testing facilities are provided to monitor system 
operation and to detect faulty operation as soon as possible, 
thereby eliminating unnecessary downtime. The detection of 
any serious malfunction results in immediate interruption of 
scanning, and is indicated by an error message on the...

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If applicable, try to record the button or key pushing 
sequence that immediately preceded the problem.
3. Select where to store the logfile.
4. Press OK.
5. Turn the unit off (see page 18)
6. Do not use the unit until authorized service personnel have 
restored it to its fully operational state. 

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Chapter 14 
Safety
This chapter includes the following information:
• Introduction  ................................................................................... ..  463
• Owner responsibility  .................................................................... ..  464
• Important safety considerations  ................................................. ..  465
• Notice against user modification  .................................................

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• External Connection of other peripheral devices  ...................... 481
• Allergic reactions to latex-containing medical devices  ............ ...  482
• Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)  ........................................ ...  483
• Environmental protection  ............................................................ ...  485
• System disposal ........................................................................ 485 

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Introduction
This section describes the important safety measures which 
should be taken before operating the Vivid 7/Vivid 7 PRO 
ultrasound unit. Procedures for simple care and maintenance 
of the unit are also described.
Various levels of safety precautions may be found on the 
equipment, and different levels of severity are identified by one 
of the following icons that precede precautionary statements in 
the text.
The following icons are used to...

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Owner responsibility
It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure that anyone 
operating the system reads and understands this section of the 
manual. However, there is no representation that the act of 
reading this manual renders the reader qualified to operate, 
inspect, test, align, calibrate, troubleshoot, repair or modify the 
system. The owner should make certain that only properly 
trained, fully-qualified service personnel undertake the...

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Impor tant safety considerations
Notice against user modification
Never modify this product, including system components, 
software, cables, and so on. User modification may cause 
safety hazards and degradation in system performance. All 
modification must be done by a GE qualified person.
This section includes considerations for the 
following:
• Patient safety
•  Personnel and equipment safety
The information contained in this section is intended to...

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Regulator y infor mation
The GE Vingmed Ultrasound product families are tested to 
meet all applicable requirements in relevant EU Directives and 
European/International standards. (See “Standards used” 
below.) Any changes to accessories, peripheral units or any 
other part of the system must be approved by the 
manufacturer: GE Vingmed Ultrasound. Ignoring this advice 
may compromise the regulatory approvals obtained for the 
product.
Please consult...