- 00000018WIA30A63870GYZ
- id_400245791.3
- Jul 17, 2022 6:52:35 PM
Coils
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Never use an incompatible legacy coil with the table. The curved bottom of the coil placed on the flat surface of the table can lead to patient injury. | |
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When using the AA with the PVA in a feet-first orientation, be sure to run the AA cable over the center housing of the PVA, pull it taut, and secure it to the PVA clip to prevent the AA cable from becoming warm. | |
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The AA coil may not fit in the bore when used on patients with large torsos. To avoid injuring the patient or damaging the coil, watch carefully as the table moves into the bore. Stop advancing the table if the AA coil comes into contact with the top of the bore. | |
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Do not carry any of the coil components by the cable. Damage to the coil component may occur. The coil may not work if damaged. | |
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The coil contains sensitive electronic components that may become damaged. Do not spray or pour cleaning solution directly onto the coil. Do not submerge the coil in any solution. Under no circumstances should the coil be placed into any type of sterilizer. | |
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Do not place a coil directly on the table surface over the PA area. Be certain that the pads are on the table before using a coil. For example, only place the wrist coil on the table surface with the pads in place. Placing a coil directly on the PA area of the patient table results in coil-to-coil contact, which can result in poor image quality. | |
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RF can cause localized anterior coil warming when it is positioned close to the top of the bore. Place non-conductive padding between the coil and the bore in order to keep the coil positioned away from the bore wall. | |
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Ensure that no hair or fabric is caught between the components. Failure to comply may cause artifacts and decreased image quality. | |
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Do not pick up or carry the Head Component by the mirror attachment. To avoid damaging the coil, pick up and carry the Head Component using two hands on the bottom of the coil. | |
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Users should place a service call any time the coil is dropped or mishandled. A GE Service Representative should inspect the coil after it has been dropped or mishandled to ensure it is safe to use. | |
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Looped cables may cause RF coupling and degrade the scan performance of the coil. Do not cross or loop cables. | |
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 | To avoid injuring the patient or damaging the coil, watch carefully for pinch points as the table moves into the bore. Stop advancing the table if the patient or any part of the coil comes into contact with the bore. |
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Do not use accessories (e.g. pads or straps) that have not been specifically tested and approved for use in the MR environment (i.e., MR Safe or MR Conditional). Use of MR Unsafe or MR Conditional (used outside of its conditions for use) accessories may result in patient burns or injuries or image degradation. Even auxiliary devices labeled as MR Conditional are capable of causing injury if the manufacturer's conditions are not followed. | |
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Electric shock may occur if the coil is attached to the system during cleaning or when it is still wet. Detach coil connector from the scanner before attempting to clean the coil. Do not touch connectors with bare fingers. Never press sharp objects against connector surface. Do not reattach connector after cleaning until the coil has dried completely. | |
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Electric shock hazard. No user serviceable parts. Refer service to qualified service personnel. | |
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All coil components must be plugged in when they are in the scanner. This includes coil components that should be plugged into the system and coil components that should be plugged into another coil component. Leaving components unplugged can damage the coil, or cause harm to the patient. | |
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Do not allow the coil cables to touch the patient. Use a thermal resistant material or pad to keep the cable from touching the patient. Failure to comply may cause patient burns. | |
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Prior to patient placement in the coil, assure that any breached or compromised patient skin surfaces that come in contact with the coil have been adequately bandaged or covered. | |