1 Important Information
Operator’s Manual 1 - 7
– After the examination, wipe off the ultrasound gel thoroughly. Otherwise, the ultrasound
gel may solidify and the image quality would be degraded.
• Repeated disinfection will eventually damage the probe, please check the probe performance
periodically.
1.2 Latex Alert
When choosing a probe sheath, it is recommended that you directly contact CIVCO for obtaining
information regarding probe sheaths, pricing, samples and local distribution.
For CIVCO information, please contact the following:
CIVCO Medical Instruments
Tel: 1-800-445-6741
www.civco.com
Allergic reactions in patients sensitive to latex (natural rubber) may range from
mild skin reactions (irritation) to fatal anaphylactic shock, and may include
difficulty breathing (wheezing), dizziness, shock, swelling of the face, hives,
sneezing, or itching of the eyes (FDA Medical Alert on latex products, “Allergic
Reactions to Latex-containing Medical Devices”, issued on March 29, 1991).
1.3 Parts that can be used within patient
environment
• The ultrasound system
• Video Printers