User's Manual

Owner responsibility
Vscan Extend – User Manual 2-3
5721203-100 Rev. 13
Owner responsibility
Overview
It is the responsibility of the owner to ensure that anyone
operating Vscan Extend reads and understands this section of
the manual. However, there is no representation that the act of
reading this manual renders the reader qualified to operate,
inspect, test, align, calibrate, troubleshoot, repair or modify the
system. The owner should make certain that only properly
trained, fully-qualified service personnel undertake maintenance
of the equipment. There are no user serviceable parts in the
system or accessories. If servicing is required, contact GE. See
‘Contact Information’ on page 1-11 for more information.
The owner of Vscan Extend should ensure that only properly
trained, fully qualified personnel are authorized to operate the
system. Before authorizing anyone to operate the system, it
should be verified that the person has read, and fully
understands, the operating instructions contained in this
manual. It is advisable to maintain a list of authorized operators.
Should the system fail to operate correctly, or if Vscan Extend
does not respond to the commands described in this manual,
the operator should contact the nearest field GE Ultrasound
Service Office.
For information about specific requirements and regulations
applicable to the use of electronic medical equipment, consult
the local, state and federal agencies.