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Notes for operators and responsible maintenance personnel
★ Please read through this Instruction Manual as well as the separate Instruction
Manual "Safety (MN1-6105)" and "Cleaning, Disinfection and Sterilization
(MN1-6015)" carefully prior to use.
★ Keep this Instruction Manual together with the ultrasound diagnostic instru-
ment for any future reference.
© Hitachi, Ltd. 2014, 2017. All rights reserved.
S3ESEL Probe
Instruction Manual
Specification
MN1-6103 Rev.3
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  • Page 1 ★ Please read through this Instruction Manual as well as the separate Instruction Manual “Safety (MN1-6105)” and “Cleaning, Disinfection and Sterilization (MN1-6015)“ carefully prior to use. ★ Keep this Instruction Manual together with the ultrasound diagnostic instru- ment for any future reference. © Hitachi, Ltd. 2014, 2017. All rights reserved.
  • Page 2 MN1-6103 Rev.3...
  • Page 3 MN1-6103 Rev.3 Introduction This is the instruction manual for S3ESEL probe. The probe is available by connecting to Hitachi’s ultrasound diagnostic instrument and can be mainly used for observations of the heart. Prior to use, read this manual as well as the separate instruction manual “Safety” in which information for safe use is provided.
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    MN1-6103 Rev.3 CONTENTS 1. General Information ...........................1 1-1. Intended use ...................................1 1-2. Classification of ME equipment ............................1 1-3. Standard components ..............................1 1-4. Options ..................................1 2. Specifications and Parts name ........................3 2-1. Specifications .................................3 2-2.Specifications of the bite block ............................4 2-3. Transducer cover ................................4 2-4.
  • Page 5: General Information

    • Method of sterilization ..................Refer to the separate instruction manual “Cleaning, Disinfection and Sterilization” 1-3. Standard components The standard components of S3ESEL probe are as follows. S3ESEL Probe ························································ 1 set Bite block SP-7901 ··················································· 2 set Storage case ··························································· 1 set Instruction Manual •...
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  • Page 7: Specifications And Parts Name

    At the time of publication of this manual, the connectable diagnostic ultrasound instrument or instrument software version available with this probe is different for each country, please refer to the instrument instruction manual or contact your local Hitachi representative. Field of view: 90°...
  • Page 8: 2-2.Specifications Of The Bite Block

    MN1-6103 Rev.3 2-2.Specifications of the bite block Material Polyetherimide Service life Three years External dimensions As shown in the figure below. Unit: mm Remarks: The tolerance for the dimensions is ±10%. Figure 2 External view of the bite block 2-3. Transducer cover Use by covering the transducer cover over the insertion portion.
  • Page 9: Name Of Each Parts

    MN1-6103 Rev.3 2-4. Name of each parts The name of each part is shown in Figure 3 and the explanation for each part is listed in Table 1. Angle knob for L/R defrection Angle knob for U/D defrection Ring Proximal head Lock lever Insertion portion Switch...
  • Page 10 MN1-6103 Rev.3 Table 1 Name of each part and its explanation Name Explanation Ultrasound is radiated from this part. The electronic Ultrasonic radiation part Sector transducer is integrated underneath this part. Operating the angle knob allows this part to be bent in Deflection portion any desired direction.
  • Page 11: Preparations Before Use

    MN1-6103 Rev.3 3. Preparations before use This chapter describes preparations needed to use the probe safely. Please prepare the probe prior to each use by following the instructions below. 3-1. Visual check Visually and tactually make certain that any of the following abnormalities has not taken place: Insertion portion is free from holes, dents, scratches, cracks, deformations, color changes and the like on the surface.
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  • Page 13: Operation

    If the transducer cover is not used and will contact Lignocaine Hydrochloride such as xylocaine jelly or gel , this may cause exterior deterioration. Use Hitachi-approved transducer cover only. If use transducer cover which not reccomended can cause an adverse reaction by the body of the patient..
  • Page 14: Insertion Of Probe

    MN1-6103 Rev.3 Caution Check the transducer cover for abnormalities before use. Regarding the storage of the transducer cover, follow the instructions of the back side of the outside bag of the transducer cover. Check that the acoustic medium has no air bubbles inside the transducer cover that is covering the probe. Air bubbles inside the transducer cover can result in misdiagnosis caused by overlooking or misinterpreting lesions due to poor image quality or improper rendering.
  • Page 15: Manipulation Of Probe

    MN1-6103 Rev.3 Do not try to forcibly perform operations. Excessive force cause injury to the patient. If an abnormal resistance force is felt, stop use of the equipment. Use the transducer cover over the insertion portion. If the transducer cover is not used and will contact Lignocaine Hydrochloride such as xylocaine jelly or gel , this may cause exterior deterioration.
  • Page 16 MN1-6103 Rev.3 Caution Constantly check for anything abnormal about the patient’s condition and the equipment. Continued use without noticing that an abnormal condition has occurred can result in an electric shock and injury to the operator or patient. If an abnormal condition occurs, immediately move the equipment away from the patient and stop use of the probe.
  • Page 17: Manipulation Of The Deflection Portion

    MN1-6103 Rev.3 4-5. Manipulation of the deflection portion After inserting the insertion portion into the patient’ s esophagus, flex the tube as indicated below in order to observe the target region. 120° Turn the angle knob(for U/D operation) to crockwise direction to bend the defrectin portion in the in the ultrasound radiation part side.
  • Page 18: Manipulation Of The Transducer Rotation Switch

    MN1-6103 Rev.3 4-6. Manipulation of the transducer rotation switch After inserting the insertion portion of the probe into the esophagus of the patient, rotate the transducer using the method shown in the figure below, in order to observe the region of interest. The angle indication is a reference level.
  • Page 19: Manipulation Of The Lock Knob And Lock Lever

    MN1-6103 Rev.3 4-7. Manipulation of the Lock knob and Lock lever. After inserting the insertion portion into the patient’ s esophagus, flex the portion as indicated below in order to observe the target region. (1) Lock of angle knob(for L/R operation) Turn the lock knob to fix an angle of the diflection portion and opposite direction to free.
  • Page 20: Removing The Insertion Portion

    MN1-6103 Rev.3 4-8. Removing the insertion portion Turn free the lock lever and lock knob and straighten the deflection portion in order to remove the insertion portion from the patient’ s esophagus. Be sure to immediately wash and properly disinfection after use. Warning Keep the angle knob in the free position during an operation of pulling out.
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  • Page 24 +81-3-6284-3668 http://www.hitachi.com/businesses/healthcare/index.html Overseas Offices: Hitachi Medical Systems GmbH Otto-von-Guericke-Ring 3 D-65205 Wiesbaden, Germany EU Importer: Hitachi Medical Systems Europe Holding AG Address: Sumpfstrasse 13 CH-6300 Zug, Switzerland US Importer: Hitachi Healthcare Americas Corporation Address: 1959 Summit Commerce Park, Twinsburg, Ohio 44087 Distributor MN1-6103 Rev.3 ’17.08.31...

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