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L9 Quick Guide PDF
Direction 2309820-100
Rev. 1
0459
GE Medical Systems
PAGE REVISION
NUMBER HISTORY
Title Rev. 1
A and B Rev. 1
1-54 Rev. 1
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Systems Global Product Configuration). If you need to know the latest revision, contact your distributor, local GE Sales Representative or in the
USA call the GE Ultrasound Clinical Answer Center at 1-800-682-5327 or 262-524-5698.
LOGIQ 9 Quick Guide Direction 2309820-100 Rev. 1 B
System Power 3. Unwrap the power cable. Make sure to allow Press the Power switch to turn the power on. The
sufficient slack in the cable so that the plug is circuit breaker must also be in the on position.
not pulled out of the wall if the system is moved
Power On slightly.
4. Attach the power plug to the system and secure
To connect the system to the electrical supply:
it in place by using the retaining clamp.
1. Ensure that the wall outlet is of the appropriate
type.
a
To power down the system: Standby Mode pauses the system without You need to select a pre-configured dataflow that
completely shutting down and restarting the sets up the ultrasound system to work according to
1. Press the Power switch at the front of the
system. This is particularly useful for portable the services associated to the dataflow.
system once.
exams.
2. The System-Exit window is displayed. 1. Select your Operator Login and type in your
To activate Standby Mode, Password:
1. Press the Power switch.
Starting an Exam
LOGIQ 9 Control Panel Tour 4. Audio Volume. Press to turn microphone on/off; 10. Imaging/Measurement Keys: Clear, Comment,
rotate to adjust speaker volume. Body Pattern, Ellipse, Measure, Zoom, M/D
1. Touch Panel. Touch the Touch Panel to adjust 5. TGC. Move slide pots left/right to adjust TGC. Cursor, Scan Area, Set. Press or rotate these
controls. keys, as necessary.
6. Reverse. Press to invert the image left/right.
11. Depth. Rotate to adjust the Depth.
At the bottom of the Touch Panel, there are five 7. Additional Feature Keys. Patient, LOGIQView,
3D, Contrast, Harmonics. Press to activate 12. Imaging Feature Keys: Auto Optimize On/Off, B
combination rotary dials/push buttons. The
these controls. Pause, Multi Image Left/Right Select. Press
functionality of these keys changes, depending
these keys to activate/deactivate these
upon the currently displayed menu. Press the 8. Keyboard. Use the keyboard to enter patient
functions.
button to switch between controls (as with information and annotations.
Focus Position/Number), or rotate the dial to 13. Freeze and Print Keys. Press Freeze to
9. Mode/Gain Keys: M Mode, Pulsed Wave
adjust the value. freeze the image; press the P keys to archive,
Doppler (PW) Modes, Power Doppler Imaging
print, or send the image.
2. Touch Panel Brightness. Rotate to adjust. (PDI) Mode, Color Flow (CF) Mode, B Mode,
and B Flow. Press these key to activate the 14. Probe Holder.
3. Video. Press to control the VCR.
mode; rotate the key to adjust the Gain. 15. Gel Holder/Warmer.
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Control Panel/
Touch Panel Tour
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LOGIQ 9 Touch Panel Tour
In general, the key status is indicated at the top of 3. Progress/Select keys are used for controls that 6. Press to move to the next Touch Panel page.
the key. There are different types of Touch Panel have three or more choices.
keys: 4. Rotate the knob below the Touch Panel to set
1. Press to toggle control on/off. values.
2. Progression keys are used to assess the 5. Press knob below the Touch Panel to select
impact of the control on the image additional control, then rotate the knob to set
progressively. values.
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Touch Panel Tour
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B/M-Mode Image Optimize Edge Enhance B Softener
Edge Enhance brings out subtle tissue differences Affects amount of lateral smoothing.
Power Output and boundaries by enhancing the gray scale
differences corresponding to the edges of Suppression
Optimizes image quality and allows user to reduce structures. Adjustments to M Mode's edge
beam intensity. 10% increments between 0-100%. enhancement affects the M Mode only. Eliminates low-level echoes associated with
Values greater than 0.1 are displayed. acoustic/electrical noise.
Colorize
Dynamic Range
Enables gray scale image colorization. To B Flow Image Optimize
Dynamic Range controls how echo intensities are deactivate, reselect a Gray Map.
converted to shades of gray, thereby increasing the Provides intuitive representation of non-quantitative
adjustable range of contrast. hemodynamics in vascular structures.
Gray Map
Focus Number and Position Determines how the echo intensity levels received
Sensitivity/PRI
are presented as shades of gray.
Increases the number of transmit focal zones or Adjusts the sample rate for the flow signal.
moves the focal zone(s) so that you can tighten up Rotation (Up/Down)
the beam for a specific area. A graphic caret Background On/Off
corresponding to the focal zone position(s) appears Rotates the image by selecting the value from the
on the right edge of the image. Background On views the anatomy roadmap;
pop up menu.
Background Off views flow information only.
NOTE: Push key to toggle between Focus Number
and Focus Position. Coded Excitation (CE)
Zoom
B/M Mode
Image Optimize
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Color Flow/PW Doppler Image Optimize PRF/Wall Filter Map
Velocity scale determines pulse repetition Allows a specific color map to be selected. After a
Angle Correct frequency. If the sample volume gate range selection has been made, the color bar displays the
exceeds single gate PRF capability, the system resultant map.
Estimates the flow velocity in a direction at an angle automatically switches to high PRF mode. Multiple
to the Doppler vector by computing the angle gates appear, and HPRF is indicated on the display. Invert
between the Doppler vector and the flow to be
measured. Wall Filter insulates the Doppler signal from
Allows blood flow to be viewed from a different
excessive noise caused from vessel movement.
perspective, i.e. red away (negative velocities) and
Angle Steer/Fine Angle Steer NOTE: Push key to toggle between PRF and Wall blue toward (positive velocities). The real-time or
Filter. frozen image can be inverted.
Angle Steer slants the Color Flow region of interest
or the Doppler M line to obtain a better Doppler Threshold Packet Size
angle. Press Angle Steer to access Fine Angle
Steer. Fine Angle Steer allows you to steer the Threshold assigns the gray scale level at which Controls the number of samples gathered for a
Doppler cursor left/right 30 degrees in one degree color information stops. single color flow vector.
ements. Available from the Doppler Mode Touch
Panel.
Baseline
Modify Auto Calcs Compression To decrease motion artifact. Increase the PRF,
and increase the Wall Filter.
Press to select desired Auto Calcs. Increase to make frozen image appear more
To eliminate aliasing. Increase the PRF and lower
contrasty; decrease to make frozen image appear
the Baseline.
Trace Sensitivity softer.
For venous imaging. Ensure that you have
In Auto Calcs, increase to pick up more signal or Time Resolution selected the vascular exam category, select a
decrease to pick up less signal. venous application, select the appropriate probe for
Lower makes the image appear smoother; higher very superficial structure, select two focal zones,
Trace Direction makes the image appear sharper. adjust the depth to the anatomy to be imaged,
maintain a low gain setting for gray scale, activate
Select Above, Below, or Both. Color Flow, maintain the PRF at a lower setting, and
Color Flow Control Panel Control increase Frame Averaging for more persistence.
Auto Calcs
Scan Area. Toggles between the CFM ROI window
Specify Auto Calcs On/Live/Frozen. size and position.
M/D Cursor. Activates the Doppler cursor.
Quick Angle
Sample Volume Gate Length Line Density. Trades frame rate for
sensitivity and spatial resolution. If the
Sizes the sample volume gate. frame rate is too slow, reduce the size
of the region of interest, select a different
Trace Method line density setting, or reduce the packet
size.
Specify Max, Mean, or Off. Wall Filter. Affects low flow sensitivity
versus motion artifact.
Duplex
To improve sensitivity. Increase Gain,
Duplex on: simultaneous B-Mode and PW Mode; decrease PRF, increase Power Output,
Duplex off: toggle live B-Mode and PW via B Pause. adjust Line Density, decrease Wall Filter,
increase Frame Averaging, increase
PW/CF Ratio Packet Size, reduce ROI to the smallest
reasonable size, and position the Focal
Adjusts the ratio between Spectral Doppler and Zones properly.
Color Flow.
Basic Measurements/
Calculations
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Using Probes
Connecting a probe Activating the probe Ensure that the probe is placed gently in the
probe holder.
1. Place the probe's carrying case on a stable Select the appropriate probe from the probe
surface and open the case. indicators on the Touch Panel. Disconnecting the probe
2. Carefully remove the probe and unwrap the The probe activates in the currently-selected
probe cable. Probes can be disconnected at any time. However,
operating mode. The probe's default settings for the
the probe should not be selected as the active
3. DO NOT allow the probe head to hang free. mode and selected exam are used automatically.
probe.
Impact to the probe head could result in
irreparable damage. Deactivating the probe 1. Move the probe locking handle
4. Turn the connector locking handle clockwise. counterclockwise. Pull the probe and connector
When deactivating the probe, the probe is straight out of the probe port.
5. Align the connector with the probe port and automatically placed in standby mode. 2. Carefully slide the probe and connector away
carefully push into place.
1. Press the Freeze key. from the probe port and around the right side of
6. Turn the connector locking handle clockwise to the keyboard. Ensure the cable is free.
secure the probe connector. 2. Gently wipe the excess gel from the face of the
probe. 3. Be sure that the probe head is clean before
7. Carefully position the probe cable in the probe placing the probe in its storage box.
cord holder spot so it is free to move, but not 3. Carefully slide the probe around the right side
resting on the floor. of the keyboard, toward the probe holder.
Table 1-1: Probe Indications for Use
Abdomen X X X X X X X X
Small Parts X X X X X X
Periph. Vasc. X X X X
OB/GYN X X X X X X
Pediatrics X X X X X X X
Neonatal X X X X
Urology X X X X X
Surgery X X
Endocavity X
Transcranial
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Probe Features
Table 1-2: Probe Features
Coded Harmonics X X X X X X X X X X
B-Flow X X X X X X X X
Coded Contrast X X X X X
LOGIQ View X X X X X X X X X X
Virtual Convex X X X X X X
Easy 3D X X X X X X X X X X
Advanced 3D X X X X X X X X X X
Tru3D Magnetically X X X X X X
Tracked (3D Sensor
Based)
Anatomical M Mode X X X X X
M Color Flow X X
TruAccess X X X X X X X X X X
Multi-Level Codes CHI and Contrast Contrast Coded PI Contrast Coded PI Fund in Sm Pts Fund and CHI Fund and CHI and
Coded PI and PV in Sm Pts, PV, Contrast Coded PI
and Ped
Biopsy X X X X X X X
Using Probes
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Probe Cleaning and Disinfection Instructions
Probe Safety
WARNING Ultrasound probes are highly sensitive medical instruments that can easily be damaged by improper handling. Use care when handling and protect from damage when not
in use. DO NOT use a damaged or defective probe. Failure to follow these precautions can result in serious injury and equipment damage.
Ultrasound transducers can easily be damaged by improper handling and by contact with certain chemicals. Failure to follow these precautions can result in serious injury
and equipment damage.
Do not immerse the probe into any liquid beyond the level specified for that probe. Never immerse the transducer connector or probe adapters into any liquid.
Avoid mechanical shock or impact to the transducer and do not apply excessive bending or pulling force to the cable.
Transducer damage can result from contact with inappropriate coupling or cleaning agents:
Do not soak or saturate transducers with solutions containing alcohol, bleach, ammonium chloride compounds or hydrogen peroxide
Avoid contact with solutions or coupling gels containing mineral oil or lanolin
Avoid temperatures above 60C.
Inspect the probe prior to use for damage or degeneration to the housing, strain relief, lens and seal. Do not use a damaged or defective probe.
Biological
Hazard
CAUTION Adequate cleaning and disinfection are necessary to prevent disease transmission. It is the responsibility of the equipment user to verify and maintain the effectiveness of the
infection control procedures in use. Always use sterile, legally marketed probe sheaths for intra-cavitary and intra-operative procedures.
For neurological intra-operative procedures, use of a legally marketed, sterile, pyrogen free probe sheath is REQUIRED. Probes for neuro surgical use must not be sterilized
with liquid chemical sterilants because of the possibility of neuro toxic residues remaining on the probe.
A defective probe or excessive force can cause patient injury or probe damage:
Observe depth markings and do not apply excessive force when inserting or manipulating intercavity probes.
Inspect probes for sharp edges or rough surfaces that could injure sensitive tissue.
In order for liquid chemical germicides to be effective, all visible residue must be removed during the cleaning process. Thoroughly clean the probe, as described on the
following page before attempting disinfection.
CREUTZFIELD-JACOB DISEASE
Neurological use on patients with this disease must be avoided. If a probe becomes contaminated, there is no adequate disinfecting means.
Electrical The probe is driven with electrical energy that can injure the patient or user if live internal parts are contacted by conductive solution:
DO NOT immerse the probe into any liquid beyond the level indicated by the immersion level diagram. Never immerse the probe connector or probe adaptors into any liquid.
Hazard DO NOT drop the probes or subject them to other types of mechanical shock or impact. Degraded performance or damage such as cracks or chips in the housing may
result.
Inspect the probe before and after each use for damage or degradation to the housing, strain relief, lens, and seal. A thorough inspection should be conducted during the
cleaning process.
DO NOT kink, tightly coil, or apply excessive force on the probe cable. Insulation failure may result.
Electrical leakage checks should be performed on a routine basis by GE Service or qualified hospital personnel. Refer to the service manual for leakage check procedures.
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Probe Cleaning, After Each Use Probe Immersion Levels Probe Disinfection Agents
1. Disconnect probe from ultrasound console and The following high level disinfectant agents have
remove all coupling gel from probe by wiping been approved for use with all probes:
with a soft cloth and rinsing with flowing water.
Cidex OPA
2. Wash the probe with mild soap in lukewarm
Cidex
water. Scrub the probe as needed using a soft
sponge, gauze, or cloth to remove all visible 3.5C M7C E8C Cidex Plus has been approved for the 8C probe.
8C
residue from the probe surface. Prolonged
Sporox II high level disinfectant has been approved
soaking or scrubbing with a soft bristle brush
for the 7L, 10L, 12L, 4S, 8C, and E8C probes.
(such as a toothbrush) may be necessary if
material has dried onto the probe surface. Pera Safe high level disinfectant has been
3. Rinse the probe with enough clean potable approved for the 7L, 10L, 12L, M7C, M12L, and
water to remove all visible soap residue. E8C probes.
4. Air dry or dry with a soft cloth. The following low level disinfect agents have been
approved for use with all probes:
Probe Disinfection, After Each Use
Ster Bac Blu
1. Prepare the germicide solution according to the Sani-Cloth HB (Wipes)
manufacturer's instructions. Be sure to follow all 7L M12L 4S T-Spray and T-Spray II low level disinfectant has
precautions for storage, use and disposal. 10L 10S
i12L been approved for the 7L, 10L, 12L, M7C, M12L,
2. Place the cleaned and dried probe in contact 4S, and E8C probes.
with the germicide for the time specified by the
Virex II 256 low level disinfectant has been
germicide manufacturer. High-level disinfection
approved for the 7L, 10L, 12L, M7C, M12L, and
is recommended for surface probes and is
E8C probes.
required for endocavitary and intraoperative
probes (follow the germicide manufacturer's
recommended time).
Probes for neuro surgical intra-operative use
must NOT be sterilized with liquid chemical
sterilants because of the possibility of neuro 1 2 3
toxic residues remaining on the probe.
Neurological procedures must be done with the 1. Fluid Level
use of legally marketed, sterile, pyrogen free 2. Aperture
probe sheaths. 3. Contact face within patient environment
3. After removing from the germicide, rinse the
probe following the germicide manufacturer's
rinsing instructions. Flush all visible germicide
residue from the probe and allow to air dry.
Using Probes
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1. Insert the backup media. Format the backup Format a CD/MOD prior to following these steps.
Clipboard media, CD-ROM or MOD. Select the Utility tab
1. Select the Utility tab on the Touch Panel. Select
on the Touch Panel. Select Connectivity, then
As images are saved by pressing any of the print System, then Backup/Restore.
Tools. Label the media appropriately. Press
keys (P1, P2, P3, or P4), the images appear at the Format.
bottom of the display on the clipboard as
2. The Ultrasound system displays a pop-up menu
thumbnails of the images saved during the exam.
when the formatting has been completed. Press
These images remain on the clipboard until the end
Ok to continue. Verify that the format was
of the exam.
successful.
Printing Images
Format a CD/MOD prior to following these steps. 1. At another Ultrasound system, insert the MOD Connectivity on the LOGIQ 9 is based on the
or CD-ROM. Dataflow concept.
1. Press Patient. Deselect any selected patient(s)
in the search portion of the Patient screen. 2. Press Patient, press More, then Import. The
Import From pop-up message appears. Press Dataflow Concept
Press More (located at the lower, right-hand
corner of the Patient menu). OK.
A dataflow is a set of pre-configured services. For
2. Select Export. Specify the type of removable example, DICOM services may be for storage,
media (MOD or CD-ROM) on the Export pop- worklist, verify, etc. In addition, there are other
up. Press OK. Then, please wait until the service types like video print, standard color print,
Patient menu is visible. storage to local hard drive, select patient from local
database, etc.
Select the device, press DICOM Verify. Views a snapshot of this ultrasound systems Select the device, press Check.
connectivity architecture (onboard network +
external network + dataflows).
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DICOM Status
Easy 3D
1. Optimize the B-Mode image. Ensure even gel Imagine you are able to manipulate the 3D volume From the 3D Touch Panel, press 3D, then press
coverage. of interest (VOI) in your hand. Texture on the next Touch Panel to add a
2. Press the 3D control panel key. Two screens photorealistic/clay-like quality to the render.
You can rotate it left to right or right to left. You can
appear. rotate it forward/backward (white hand). Adjust the opacity and density via Threshold/
3. To start acquiring the 3D image, press L (the Opacity (press the key to adjust opacity). This
Then, imagine that you can view the volume of
left split screen key). adjusts what grays the system recognizes,
interest one slice at a time through the anatomy
4. To perform a parallel scan, scan evenly. To allowing you to emphasize/de-emphasize grays as
(red hand).
perform a sweep (fan) scan, rock the probe necessary.
once. Note the distance of the scan. Also imagine that you are able to pull back tissue to
view specific portions of anatomy (yellow and green Scalpel
5. The 3D volume of interest is generated on the
hands).
right side of the screen in real time.
To cut away portions of the anatomy,
The 3D volume of interest is a tangible anatomical
NOTE: If the image stops before youre done
object that you can see and manipulate easily using 1. Press Scalpel. A caliper appears on the 3D
scanning, start acquiring the 3D volume of interest
the Trackball and Set control panel keys. VOI.
again.
Practice positioning the pointer at different places 2. Press Set to set the caliper. Trackball around
6. To stop the 3D scan, press R (the right split the portion to be cut away.
within the 3D volume of interest. Highlight different
screen key).
colors, press Set to select this volume for 3. Double click and apply the scalpel.
manipulation. Use the hand to move the 3D volume. 4. Change the projection and scalpel again.
Adjusting the 3D Volume of Interest NOTE: You can undo one scalpel, then check
apply on side of monitor.
You can colorize the 3D volume of interest.
3DView Scanning Hints
You can resize the VOI by adjusting the scan
distance. Set the appropriate values for the 3D Acq Mode
and Scan Plane.
It is advisable to set the scan distance before the
scan begins.
Post Processing
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Contact Information
Contact Information
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Paperless Documentation
Documentation is being provided via: Online Help is available via the F1 key. Online Help is organized like a manual, with
individual chapters, sections, and pages.
Release Notes (supplied on paper) The Help screen is divided into three sections:
Quick Guide (supplied on paper) Click on the plus (+) sign next to MANUAL to open
navigational tools on the top, left portion of the
up the book.
Online Help (on the Ultrasound Scanner via F1) screen (Hide, Back, Forward)
CD-ROM. You can view user documentation on help book navigational tools on the left portion Click on the plus sign next to the chapter you want
a PC or on the Ultrasound Scanner via the of the screen (Contents, Index, Search, to view to open up that chapter.
Customer Documentation CD-ROM, which Favorites) Click on the plus sign next to the chapter you want
includes: content portion on the right side of the screen to view to open up that section.
Basic User Manual where help topics are displayed
Click to open up the page to view that pages
Advanced Reference Manual information.
Quick Guide The blue, underlined text links you to related topics.
Quick Card(s) Click on the link to move to the new topic.
Release Notes and Workarounds To go back to the previous screen, press Back. To
Basic Service Manual return to the link, press Forward.
NOTE: All user documentation is provided in
multiple languages on the CD-ROM.
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Help Links Creating a List of Favorite Topics in Help Using the Help Index
After you click on a blue, underlined portion of text, You may find that there are topics you need to refer Or, you can look for topics by using the Index. Press
the screen updates with this links content. to often. In this case, its a good idea to save these the Index tab, then use the scroll bar to look up a
topics as Favorites. To save a topic as a favorite, topic.
press the Favorites tab, highlight the topic in the
Topics window, and press the Add button. You can
now view this topic quickly by going to the Favorites
help tab.
Electronic Documentation
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Accessing Documentation Via a PC 2. Press Utilities and insert the CD-ROM. 4. Select Scanner Documentation Interface.
Icon description
Various levels of safety precautions may be found on the equipment and different levels of concern are identified by one of the following flag words and icons which
precede the precautionary statement .
DANGER Indicates that a specific hazard is known to exist which through inappropriate conditions or actions will cause:
Severe or fatal personal injury
Substantial property damage.
WARNING Indicates that a specific hazard is known to exist which through inappropriate conditions or actions may cause:
Severe personal injury
Substantial property damage.
CAUTION Indicates that a potential hazard may exist which through inappropriate conditions or actions will or can cause:
Minor injury
Property damage.
NOTE: Indicates precautions or recommendations that should be used in the operation of the ultrasound system, specifically:
Maintaining an optimum system environment
Using this Manual
Notes to emphasize or clarify a point.
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Biological Patient/user infection due to contaminated equipment. Cleaning and care instructions ISO 7000
Hazard Sheath and glove guidelines No. 0659
Moving Console, accessories or optional storage devices that can fall on patient, user, or others. Moving
Collision with persons or objects result in injury while maneuvering or during system Using brakes
Hazard
transport. Transporting
Injury to user from moving the console.
Acoustic Patient injury or tissue damage from ultrasound radiation. ALARA, the use of power output following
Output the as low as reasonably achievable
principle
Hazard
Explosion Risk of explosion if used in the presence of flammable anesthetics. Flammable anesthetic
Hazard
Smoke & Patient/user injury or adverse reaction from fire or smoke. Replacing fuses
Fire Hazard Patient/use injury from explosion and fire. Outlet guidelines
Safety
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Important Safety Considerations
The following topic headings (Patient Safety, and Equipment and Personnel Safety) are intended to make the equipment user aware of particular hazards
associated with the use of this equipment and the extent to which injury can occur if precautions are not observed. Additional precautions may be provided
throughout the manual.
CAUTION Improper use can result in serious injury. The user must be thoroughly familiar with the instructions and potential hazards involving
ultrasound examination before attempting to use the device. Training assistance is available from GE Medical Systems if needed.
The equipment user is obligated to be familiar with these concerns and avoid conditions that could result in injury.
Patient Safety
Related Hazards
WARNING The concerns listed can seriously affect the safety of patients undergoing a diagnostic ultrasound examination.
Patient identification
Always include proper identification with all patient data and verify the accuracy of the patient's name or ID numbers when entering such data. Make sure correct
patient ID is provided on all recorded data and hard copy prints. Identification errors could result in an incorrect diagnosis.
Diagnostic information
Equipment malfunction or incorrect settings can result in measurement errors or failure to detect details within the image. The equipment user must become
thoroughly familiar with the equipment operation in order to optimize its performance and recognize possible malfunctions. Applications training is available through
the local GE representative. Added confidence in the equipment operation can be gained by establishing a quality assurance program.
CAUTION The systems acoustic output remains transmitting when the user controls are being used. Allowing the system to transmit acoustic output
with the probe not in use (or in its holder) can cause the probe to build up heat. Always turn off acoustic output or freeze the image when
not in use.
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Mechanical hazards
The use of damaged probes or improper use and manipulation of intracavity probes can result in injury or increased risk of infection. Inspect probes often for sharp,
pointed, or rough surface damage that could cause injury or tear protective barriers. Never use excessive force when manipulating intracavity probes. Become
familiar with all instructions and precautions provided with special purpose probes.
Electrical A damaged probe can also increase the risk of electric shock if conductive solutions come in contact with internal live parts. Inspect probes
Hazard often for cracks or openings in the housing and holes in and around the acoustic lens or other damage that could allow liquid entry.
Become familiar with the probe's use and care precautions outlined in Probes and Biopsy.
CAUTION Ultrasound transducers are sensitive instruments which can easily be damaged by rough handling. Take extra care not to drop
transducers and avoid contact with sharp or abrasive surfaces. A damaged housing, lens or cable can result in patient injury or serious
impairment or operation.
CAUTION Ultrasound can produce harmful effects in tissue and potentially result in patient injury. Always minimize exposure time and keep
ultrasound levels low when there is no medical benefit. Use the principle of ALARA (As Low As Reasonably Achievable), increasing output
only when needed to obtain diagnostic image quality. Observe the acoustic output display and be familiar with all controls affecting the
output level. See the Bioeffects section of the Acoustic Output chapter in the Advanced Reference Manual for more information.
Training
It is recommended that all users receive proper training in applications before performing them in a clinical setting. Please contact the local GE representative for
training assistance.
ALARA training is provided by GE Application Specialists. The ALARA education program for the clinical end-user covers basic ultrasound principles, possible
biological effects, the derivation and meaning of the indices, ALARA principles, and examples of specific applications of the ALARA principle.
Safety
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Equipment and Personnel Safety
Related Hazards
WARNING This equipment contains dangerous voltages that are capable of serious injury or death.
If any defects are observed or malfunctions occur, stop operating the equipment and perform the proper action for the patient. Inform a
qualified service person and contact a Service Representative for information.
There are no user serviceable components inside the console. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel only.
WARNING Only approved and recommended peripherals and accessories should be used. All peripherals and accessories must be securely
mounted to the LOGIQ 9.
DANGER The concerns listed below can seriously affect the safety of equipment and personnel during a diagnostic ultrasound examination.
CAUTION Do not use this equipment if a safety problem is known to exist. Have the unit repaired and performance verified by qualified service
personnel before returning to use.
Smoke & The system must be supplied from an adequately rated electrical circuit. The capacity of the supply circuit must be as specified in
Fire Hazard Chapter 3 of the Basic User Manual.
Biological For patient and personnel safety, be aware of biological hazards while performing invasive procedures. To avoid the risk of disease
Hazard transmission:
Use protective barriers (gloves and probe sheaths) whenever possible. Follow sterile procedures when appropriate.
Thoroughly clean probes and reusable accessories after each patient examination and disinfect or sterilize as needed. Refer to
Probes and Biopsy in the Basic User Manual for probe use and care instructions.
Follow all infection control policies established by your office, department or institution as they apply to personnel and equipment.
CAUTION Contact with natural rubber latex may cause a severe anaphylactic reaction in persons sensitive to the natural latex protein. Sensitive
users and patients must avoid contact with these items. Refer to package labeling to determine latex content and FDAs March 29, 1991
Medical Alert on latex products.
CAUTION The system is equipped with an Auto Freeze feature which disables acoustic output and freezes the image when the sytem is not in use.
Take care when deactivating this feature.
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Related Hazards (continued)
CAUTION Archived data is managed at the individual sites. Performing data backup (to any device) is recommended on a daily basis.
CAUTION Do not unpack the LOGIQ 9. This must be performed by qualified service personnel only.
CAUTION Do not use the LOGIQ 9 Ultrasound system ECG wave for diagnosis and monitoring.
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Device Labels
The following table describes the purpose and location of safety labels and other important information provided on the equipment.
Identification and Rating Plate Manufactures name and address See Label Location (b) on page 52.
Date of manufacture
Model and serial numbers
Electrical ratings (Volts, Amps, phase, and frequency)
IP Code (IPX8) Indicates the degree of protection provided by the enclosure per IEC60 529. Can be used in operating room Foot Switch
environment.
Type BF Applied Part (man in the box) symbol is in accordance with IEC 878-02-03. Probe connectors and PCG connector
Type CF Applied Part (heart in the box) symbol is in accordance with IEC 878-02-03. ECG marked Type CF
ATTENTION - Consult accompanying documents is intended to alert the user to refer to the operator manual Various
or other instructions when complete information cannot be provided on the label.
CAUTION - Dangerous voltage (the lightning flash with arrowhead) is used to indicate electric shock Inside of console
hazards.
Mains OFF indicates the power off position of the mains power breaker. Refer to Chapter 3 in the Basic User Manual for
location information.
Mains ON indicates the power on position of the mains power breaker. Refer to Chapter 3 in the Basic User Manual for
location information.
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Table 1-2: Label Icons
ON indicates the power on position of the power switch. Refer to Chapter 3 in the Basic User Manual for
CAUTION: This Power Switch DOES NOT ISOLATE Mains Supply. location information.
Standby indicates the power standby position of the power switch.
CAUTION: This Power Switch DOES NOT ISOLATE Mains Supply.
Equipotentiality indicates the terminal to be used for connecting equipotential conductors when Rear of console
interconnecting (grounding) with other equipment.
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Classifications
Type of protection against electric shock
Class I Equipment (*1)
Degree of protection against electric shock
Type BF Applied part (*2) (for PCG, Probes marked with BF symbol)
Type CF Applied part (*3) (for ECG, Probes marked with CF symbol)
Continuous Operation
System is Ordinary Equipment (IPX0)
Footswitch is IPX8
EQUIPMENT in which protection against electric shock does not rely on BASIC INSULATION only, but includes an earth ground. This additional safety precaution
prevents exposed metal parts from becoming LIVE in the event of an insulation failure.
TYPE BF APPLIED PART providing a specified degree of protection against electric shock, with particular regard to allowable LEAKAGE CURRENT.
Patient leakage current Less than 100 microA Less than 500 microA
Type CF Applied Part providing a degree of protection higher than that for TYPE BF Applied Part against electric shock particularly regarding allowable LEAKAGE
CURRENTS.
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EMC (Electromagnetic Compatibility)
NOTE: This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy. The equipment may cause radio frequency interference to other medical and non-
medical devices and radio communications. To provide reasonable protection against such interference, this product complies with emissions limits for a Group 1,
Class A Medical Devices Directive as stated in EN 60601-1-2. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
NOTE: If this equipment is found to cause interference (which may be determined by turning the equipment on and off), the user (or qualified service personnel)
should attempt to correct the problem by one or more of the following measure(s):
reorient or relocate the affected device(s)
increase the separation between the equipment and the affected device
power the equipment from a source different from that of the affected device
consult the point of purchase or service representative for further suggestions.
NOTE: The manufacturer is not responsible for any interference caused by using other than recommended interconnect cables or by unauthorized changes or
modifications to this equipment. Unauthorized changes or modifications could void the users authority to operate the equipment.
NOTE: To comply with the regulations on electromagnetic interference for a Class A FCC Device, all interconnect cables to peripheral devices must be shielded
and properly grounded. Use of cables not properly shielded and grounded may result in the equipment causing radio frequency interference in violation of the FCC
regulations.
NOTE: Do not use devices which intentionally transmit RF Signals (cellular phones, transceivers, or radio-controlled products) in the vicinity of the equipment as it
may cause performance outside the published specifications. Keep the power to these types of devices turned off when near this equipment.
The medical staff in charge of this equipment is required to instruct technicians, patients, and other people who maybe around this equipment to fully comply with the
above requirement.
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(continued)
EMC Performance
All types of electronic equipment may characteristically cause electromagnetic interference with other equipment, either transmitted through air or connecting
cables. The term EMC (Electromagnetic Compatibility) indicates the capability of equipment to curb electromagnetic influence from other equipment and at the same
time not affect other equipment with similar electromagnetic radiation from itself.
Proper installation following the service manual is required in order to achieve the full EMC performance of the product.
The product must be installed as stipulated in 4.2, Notice upon Installation of Product.
In case of issues related to EMC, please call your service personnel.
The manufacturer is not responsible for any interference caused by using other than recommended interconnect cables or by unauthorized changes or modifications
to this equipment. Unauthorized changes or modifications could void the users authority to operate the equipment.
CAUTION Do not use devices which intentionally transmit RF signals (cellular phones, transceivers, or radio controlled products) in the vicinity of this
equipment as it may cause performance outside the published specifications. Keep the power to these type devices turned off when near
this equipment.
Keep power to these devices turned off when near this equipment.
Medical staff in charge of this equipment is required to instruct technicians, patients and other people who may be around this equipment
to fully comply with the above regulation.
Portable and mobile radio communications equipment (e.g. two-way radio, cellular/cordless telephones, wireless computer networks) should be used no closer to
any part of this system, including cables, than determined according to the following method:
Table 1-5: Portable and mobile radio communications equipment distance requirements
Frequency Range: 150 kHz - 80 MHz 80 MHz - 800 MHz 800 MHz - 2.5 GHz
Calculation Method: d=[3.5/V1] square root of P d = [3.5/E1] square root of P d = [7/E1] square root of P
Where: d= separation distance in meters, P = rated power of the transmitter, V1=compliance value for conducted RF, E1 = compliance value for radiated RF
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Notice upon Installation of Product
Separation distance and effect from fixed radio communications equipment: field strengths from fixed transmitters, such as base stations for radio (cellular/cordless)
telephones and land mobile radios, amateur radio, AM and FM radio broadcast, and TV broadcast transmitter cannot be predicted theoretically with accuracy. To
assess the electromagnetic environment due to fixed RF transmitters, an electromagnetic site survey should be considered. If the measured field strength in the
location in which the ultrasound system is used exceeds the applicable RF compliance level as stated in the immunity declaration, the ultrasound system should be
observed to verify normal operation. If abnormal operation is observed, additional measures may be necessary, such as re-orienting or relocating the ultrasound
system or using an RF shielded examination room may be necessary.
1. Use either power supply cords provided by GE Medical Systems or ones designated by GE Medical Systems. Products equipped with a power source plug
should be plugged into the fixed power socket which has the protective grounding conductor. Never use any adaptor or converter to connect with a power
source plug (i.e. three-prong-to-two-prong converter).
2. Locate the equipment as far away as possible from other electronic equipment.
3. Be sure to use only the cables provided by or designated by GE Medical Systems. Connect these cables following the installation procedures (i.e. wire power
cables separately from signal cables).
4. Lay out the main equipment and other peripherals following the installation procedures described in the Option Installation manuals.
General Notice
The following is intended to provide the users in EC countries with updated information concerning the connection of the LOGIQ 9 to image recording and other
devices or communication networks.
The LOGIQ 9 has been verified for overall safety, compatibility and compliance with the following on-board image recording devices:
Sony UP 895 MDW B&W Video Printer
Sony UP-21 MD Color Video Printer
Sony UP-51MDU Color Video Printer
Mitsubishi 91W Color Video Printer
Sony SVO-9500 MD2 S-VHS Video Cassette Recorder\
Sony UP-D895 B&W Digital Printer
Sony UP-D21MD Color Digital Printer
The LOGIQ 9 has also been verified for compatibility, and compliance for connection to a local area network (LAN) via the rear panel Ethernet connection, provided
the LAN components are IEC/EN 60950 compliant.
Connection may also be made to a CE Marked and IEC/EN 60950 compliant modem using one of the serial ports at the rear panel.
The LOGIQ 9 may also be used safely while connected to devices other than those recommended above if the devices and their specifications, installation, and
interconnection with the system conform to the requirements of IEC/EN 60601-1-1.
General precautions for installing an alternate on-board device would include:
1. The added device must have appropriate safety standard conformance and CE Marking.
2. The total power consumption of the added devices, which connect to the LOGIQ 9 and are used simultaneously, must be less than or equal to the rated supply
of the LOGIQ 9.
3. There must be adequate heat dissipation and ventilation to prevent overheating of the device.
4. There must be adequate mechanical mounting of the device and stability of the combination.
5. Risk and leakage current of the combination must comply with IEC/EN 60601-1.
6. Electromagnetic emissions and immunity of the combination must conform to IEC/EN 60601-1-2.
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Peripheral Update for EC countries (continued)
General precautions for installing an alternate off-board, remote device or a network would include:
1. The added device(s) must have appropriate safety standard conformance and CE Marking.
2. The added device(s) must be used for their intended purpose having a compatible interface.
3. Signal or mains isolation devices and additional protective earth may be needed to assure compliance with IEC/EN 60601-1-1.
CAUTION The connection of equipment or transmission networks other than as specified in the user instructions can result in an electric shock
hazard or equipment malfunction. Substitute or alternate equipment and connections requires verification of compatibility and conformity to
IEC/EN 60601-1-1 by the installer. Equipment modifications and possible resulting malfunctions and electromagnetic interference are the
responsibility of the owner.
Declaration of Emissions
This system is suitable for use in the following environment. The user must assure that it is used only in the electromagnetic environment as specified.
CISPR 11 Group 1 This system uses RF energy only for its internal function. Therefore, RF emissions are very low and are not likely to cause any interference in nearby electronic
RF Emissions Class A equipment. It is suitable for use in all establishments, other than domestic establishments and those directly connected to the public low-voltage power supply
network that supplies buildings used for domestic purposes. Note: Select only one underlined word(s) according to CISPR Class A/B.
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Declaration of Immunity
This system is suitable for use in the following environment. The user must assure that the system is used according to the specified guidance and only in the
electromagnetic environment listed.
IEC 61000-4-2 8 kV contact 6 kV contact Floors should be wood, concrete, or ceramic tile. If floors are
Static discharge covered with synthetic material, the relative humidity should
(ESD) 8 kV air 8 kV air be at least 30%.
Mains power quality should be that of a typical commercial
IEC 61000-4-4 1.5 kV for mains 2 kV for mains and/or hospital environment. If the user requires continued
Electrical fast operation during power mains interruptions, it is
transient/burst 1 kV for SIP/SOP recommended that the system be powered from an
uninterruptable power source (UPS).
IEC 61000-4-5 Surge Immunity 1.5 kV differential 1 kV differential NOTE: UT is the a.c. mains voltage prior to application of the
test level.
2.5 kV common 2 kV common
Power frequency magnetic fields should be at levels
characteristic of a typical location in a typical commercial and/
IEC 61000-4-11 < 5% UT (> 95% dip) for 0.5 cycle; < 5% UT (> 95% dip) for 0.5 cycle;
or hospital environment.
Voltage dips, short interruptions and 40% UT (60% dip) for 5 cycles;
voltage variations on mains supply Separation distance to radio communication equipment must
70% UT (30% dip) for 25 cycles; be maintained according to the Table 1-5 on page 42.
< 5% UT (>95% dip) for 5 sec Interference may occur in the vicinity of equipment marked
with the symbol
IEC 61000-4-8 TBD 3 A/m
Power frequency (50/60 Hz) magnetic
field
NOTE: These guidelines may not apply in all situations. Electromagnetic propagation is affected by absorption and reflection from structures, objects, and people.
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Patient Environmental Devices
1, 2 15
15
6, 7, 8
3 20
24, 25
1. Peripheral Device (Signals I/O Port, Power In) 10. Signals I/O Port 19. Power Telephone Line
2. Front Panel (Signal I/O Port, Power Out) 11. Power Out 20. Footswitch
3. Non-Imaging Probes 12. Signals I/O Port 21. Power Line (AC~)
4. Imaging Probes 13. Footswitch Connector 22. Ground Line
5. Probe Port 14. Power In 23. Power Cable with Protective Earth
6. ECG Cable 15. Peripheral Devices 24. MO Drive
7. PCG Sensor 16. Signals I/O Port 25. CD-RW
8. Physio-Signal Input Panel 17. Power In
9. Rear Panel 18. InSite Modem (Signal I/O Port)
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Acceptable Devices
The devices shown in Patient Environmental Devices on page 1-47 are specified to be suitable for use within the PATIENT ENVIRONMENT.
CAUTION DO NOT connect any probes or accessories without approval by GE within the PATIENT ENVIRONMENT.
See Peripheral Update for EC countries on page 44.
Unapproved Devices
CAUTION Unsafe operation or malfunction may result. Use only the accessories, options and supplies approved or recommended in these
instructions for use.
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Acoustic Output
Located on the upper right section of the system display monitor, the acoustic output display provides the operator with real-time indication of acoustic levels being
generated by the system. See the Acoustic Output chapter in the Advanced Reference Manual for more information. This display is based on NEMA/AIUM
Standards for Real-time Display of Thermal and Mechanic Acoustic Output Indices on Diagnostic Ultrasound Equipment.
The display consists of three parts: Thermal Index (TI), Mechanical Index (MI), and a relative Acoustic Output (AO) value. Although not part of the NEMA/AIUM
standard, the AO value informs the user of where the system is operating within the range of available output. Depending on the examination and type of tissue
involved, the TI parameter will be one of three types:
Soft Tissue Thermal Index (TIS). Used when imaging soft tissue only, it provides an estimate of potential temperature increase in soft tissue.
Bone Thermal Index (TIB). Used when bone is near the focus of the image as in the third trimester OB examination, it provides an estimate of potential
temperature increase in the bone or adjacent soft tissue.
Cranial Bone Thermal Index (TIC). Used when bone is near the skin surface as in transcranial examination, it provides an estimate of potential temperature
increase in the bone or adjacent soft tissue.
The TI and MI is displayed at all times. The MI and TI displays start at a value of 0.0 and increments in steps of 0.1. Display precision is 0.1, and accuracy is
50%.
The potential for producing mechanical bioeffects (MI) or thermal bioeffects (TI) can be influenced by certain controls.
The Acoustic Output control has the most significant effect on Acoustic Output.
Indirect effects may occur when adjusting other controls. Controls that can influence MI and TI are detailed under the Bioeffects portion of each control in the Modes
chapter of the Basic User Manual.
Always observe the acoustic output display for possible effects.
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HINTS Raise the Acoustic Output only after attempting image optimization with controls that have no effect on Acoustic Output, such as Gain and
TGC.
NOTE: Refer to the Optimization sections of the Modes chapter for a complete discussion of each control.
WARNING Be sure to have read and understood control explanations for each Mode used before attempting to adjust the Acoustic Output control or
any control that can effect Acoustic Output.
Acoustic Use the minimum necessary acoustic output to get the best diagnostic image or measurement during an examination. Begin the exam with
Output the probe that provides an optimum focal depth and penetration.
Hazard
In order to assure that an exam may not start at a high output level, the LOGIQ 9 may initiate scanning at a reduced default output level. This reduced level is preset
programmable and depends upon the exam category and probe selected. It takes effect when the system is powered on or New Patient is selected.
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Warning Label Locations
Console Labels
1. Possible shock hazard. Do not remove covers or panels. No user serviceable parts are inside. Refer servicing to
qualified service personnel.
2. Do not use the following devices near this equipment: cellular phone, radio receiver, mobile radio transimitter, radio
controlled toy, etc. Use of these devices near this equipment could cause this equipment to perform outside the
published specifications. Keep power to these devices turned off when near this equipment.
3. The equipment weighs approximately 200 kg (496 lbs). To avoid possible injury and equipment damage when
transporting from one area of use to another:
- Be sure the pathway is clear
- Limit movement to a slow careful walk.
- Use two or more persons to move the equipment on inclines or long distance.
4. Prescription Device (For U.S.A. Only)
5. The CE Mark of Conformity indicates this equipment conforms with the Council Directive 93/42/EEC.
6. CISPR
CAUTION: The LOGIQ 9 conforms to the CISPR11, Group 1, Class A of the international standard for
Electromagnetic disturbance characteristics.
7. Electrical Ratings (Indication label)
8. Grounding reliability can only be achieved when this equipment is connected to a receptacle marked Hospital
Only or Hospital Grade.(For U.S.A., Canada, Japan)
1
4
6 5
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1.ETL Label: NRTL Listing and Certification Mark is used to designate conformance to nationally recognized product safety
standards. The Mark bears the name and/or logo of the testing laboratory, product category, safety standard to which conformity
is assessed, and a control number.
2.Identification and Rating PlateUSA/Asia 120V Console
3.Identification and Rating PlateEurope/Asia/USA 220V Console
4.Identification and Rating PlateJapan 120V Console
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