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M2540-92000-01 A M2540 Ultrasound System Field Service Manual Page 32
Safety: Glutaraldehyde Exposure
Glutaral-
dehyde
Exposure
The United States Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has issued a
regulation dealing with levels of acceptable glutaraldehyde exposure in the working environment.
Philips does not sell glutaraldehyde-based disinfectants with its products. However, this type of
disinfectant is recommended for disinfection of transesophageal (TEE) or endocavity
transducers.
To minimize exposure to glutaraldehyde fumes, make sure the area is well ventilated and use
appropriate eye and skin protection.
Moving the
System
Although the system is designed to be mobile, remember that it is very heavy, and that you
must take precautions when moving the system.
The ultrasound system has been designed to be as lightweight and mobile as possible. However,
the system weight—including the weight of the monitor, a printer, and a +VCR—is
approximately 100 kg (220 pounds). Because of this weight, you must use caution when moving
the system, since the ability to move any ultrasound machine is directly related to an individual’s
size and strength.
Some sonographers, particularly those weighing less than 100 pounds, have stated that they
injured their backs moving similar systems. These complaints could not be directly tied to one
particular incident. They do, however, point out the need to be careful in transporting medical
equipment such as an ultrasound system.
Before Moving
the System
To move the system, take the precautions listed in the following sections, and
• Before moving the system, be sure to remove any loose equipment from the top of the sys-
tem, disconnect the system power cord, and disconnect all external devices.
• Before transporting the system in a vehicle, remove the monitor and all transducers from the
system and put them in a packing box.