6 Transesophageal Transducer
Instructions for Use 6 - 15
Electrical Safety Considerations
For safe use of this device, ensure an electrical safety procedure is in place for periodically
inspecting the grounding system in the examination area and that this procedure is performed
routinely.
Implantable Devices
WARNING: Ultrasound systems, like other medical equipment, use high-frequency electrical
signals that can interfere with implantable devices such as pacemakers and implantable
cardioverter-defibrillators (ICDs). When using a transesophageal transducer on a patient who
has an implantable device, pay special attention to the performance of the implantable device.
Stop the examination if there is interference.
Defibrillators
WARNING: The transesophageal transducer is designed to withstand the effects of
defibrillation. However, disconnect the transducer during defibrillation because a malfunction of
the safety controls could otherwise result in electrical burns for the patient.
The transesophageal transducer is designed to withstand the effects of defibrillation. There are
no exposed conductive surfaces distal to the handle. Within the flexible shaft, a chassis ground
shield covers all active circuits and conductors. The shield runs along the entire length of the
transducer.
Transesophageal transducers with this label are certified as type BF defibrillator proof per
IEC 60601-1 Standard for Safety of Medical Equipment:
Type BF Defibrillator-proof Patient Connection.
Transesophageal transducers with this label are not certified as defibrillation proof:
Type BF Applied Part.
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