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IRECTION FK091075, REVISION 04 VIVID 3N PRO/EXPERT SERVICE MANUAL
8-80 Section 8-5 - Back End Parts Replacement
8-5-12 ECG Module Replacement Procedure
NOTE: In this section, the replacement procedure for an ECG Module for BEP1 and BEP2 systems are
provided in separate sub-sections.
8-5-12-1 Tools
Use the appropriate flat and Phillips-type screw drivers and a wire cutter.
8-5-12-2 Preparation
Shut down the Vivid 3N Pro/Expert ultrasound unit, as described in Chapter 3 - Installation.
8-5-12-3 BEP1 - ECG Module Removal Procedure
NOTE: BEP1 refers to a Pentium III-based BEP (earlier type).
1) Disconnect the mains AC power cable for the mains power wall outlet.
2) Remove the Vivid 3N left and right side covers - refer to the 8-2-2-3 "Side Covers Removal
Procedure" on page 8-4.
3.) Remove the Vivid 3N rear cover - refer to the 8-2-4-3 "Rear Cover Removal Procedure" on page 8-
7.
4) Disconnect all cables from the rear of the BEP.
5) Remove the BEP from the machine as described 8-5-1 "Back End Processor Replacement
Procedure" on page 8-57.
6) Remove both BEP side covers as described in 8-5-2-3 "BEP1 - Left and Right Side Cover Removal
Procedure" on page 8-62.
7) Remove the BEP front cover as described in 8-5-2-5 "BEP1 - Front Cover Removal Procedure" on
page 8-63.