GE Vivid 7 Service Manual

							
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DIRECTION FC091194, REVISION 11    VIVID 7 SERVICE MANUAL 
Chapter 1 - Introduction 1 - 13
“CAUTION - Dangerous voltage” (the 
lightning flash with arrowhead in 
equilateral triangle) is used to indicate 
electric shock hazards.
Various
“Mains OFF” Indicates the power off 
position of the mains power switch.Rear of system adjacent to mains switch
“OFF/Standby” Indicates the power off/
standby position of the power switch.
CAUTION
This Power Switch DOES NOT 
ISOLATE Mains Supply Adjacent to On/Off (Standby) Switch
“Mains ON” Indicates the Power ON 
position of the mains power switch.
“ON” Indicates the power on position of 
the power switch.
CAUTION
The Power Switch on the Operator 
Panel DOES NOT ISOLATE Mains 
Supply
“Protective Earth” Indicates the 
protective earth (grounding) terminal. Used several places inside the scanner.
“Equipotential”
 
Indicates the terminal to be used for 
connecting equipotential conductors 
when interconnecting (grounding) with 
other equipment as described in 
IEC60601-1.
Rear of console
This symbol indicates that waste 
electrical and el ectronic equipment 
must not be disposed of as unsorted 
municipal waste and must be collected 
separately. Please contact an 
authorized representative of the 
manufacturer for information concerning 
the decommissioning of your 
equipment.
Rear Panel
This product consists of devices that 
may contain mercury, which must be 
recycled or disposed of in accordance 
with local, state, or country laws. (Within 
this system, the backlight lamps in the 
monitor display contain mercury.)
Rear of the LCD monitor (USA only)
Table 1-6    Product Icons (cont’d) sheet 3 of 4
LABEL/SYMBOLPURPOSE/MEANINGLOCATION 
						

							
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DIRECTION FC091194, REVISION 11    VIVID 7 SERVICE MANUAL 
1 - 14 Section 1-3 - Important Conventions
The following product pollution 
control information is provided 
according to SJ/T11364-2006 
Marking for Control of Pollution 
caused by Electronic Information 
Products.
This symbol indicates the product 
contains hazardous materials in excess 
of the limits established by the Chinese 
standard SJ/T11363-2006 
Requirements for Concentration Limits 
for Certain Hazardous Substances in 
Electronic Information Products. The 
number in the symbol is the 
Environment-friendly Use Period 
(EFUP), which indicates the period 
during which the toxic or hazardous 
substances or elements contained in 
electronic information products will not 
leak or mutate under normal operating 
conditions so that the use of such 
electronic information products will not 
result in any severe environmental 
pollution, any bodily injury or damage to 
any assets. The unit of the period is 
“Year”.
In order to maintain the declared EFUP, 
the product shall be operated normally 
according to the instructions and 
environmental conditi ons as defined in 
the product manual, and periodic 
maintenance schedules specified in 
Product Maintenance Procedures shall 
be followed strictly.
Consumables or certain parts may have 
their own label with an EFUP value less 
than the product. Periodic replacement 
of those consumables or parts to 
maintain the declared EFUP shall be 
done in accordance with the Product 
Maintenance Procedures. This product 
must not be disposed of as unsorted 
municipal waste, and must be collected 
separately and handled properly after 
decommissioning. Rear Panel
(China)
Table 1-6    Product Icons (cont’d) sheet 4 of 4
LABEL/SYMBOLPURPOSE/MEANINGLOCATION 
						

							
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DIRECTION FC091194, REVISION 11    VIVID 7 SERVICE MANUAL 
Chapter 1 - Introduction 1 - 15
Section 1-4
Safety Considerations
1-4-1 Overview
1-4-2 Introduction
The following safety precautions must be observed du ring all phases of operation, service and repair of 
this equipment. Failure to  comply with these precauti ons or with specific warnings elsewhere in this 
manual, violates safety standards of design,  manufacture and intended use of the equipment.
Table 1-7    Contents in 
Section 1-4 - Safety Considerations
SUB-
SECTION
DESCRIPTIONPAGE NUMBER
1-4-1 Overview 1-15
1-4-2 Introduction 1-15
1-4-3 Human Safety 1-16
1-4-4Mechanical Safety1-17
1-4-5Electrical Safety1-19 
						

							
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1-4-3 Human Safety
  
Operating personnel must not remove the system covers. 
Servicing should be performed by authorized personnel only. 
Only personnel who have participat ed in a Vivid 7 Training are authorized to service the equipment.
DANGERDANGEROUS VOLTAGES, CAPABLE OF  CAUSING DEATH, ARE PRESENT IN 
THIS EQUIPMENT. USE EXTREME CAUT ION WHEN HANDLING, TESTING AND 
ADJUSTING. 
WARNINGWARNINGWHEN THE TOP CONSOLE IS IN ITS  LOCKED POSITION, THE GAS SPRING IS 
COMPRESSED AND STORES MECHANICAL ENERGY. DURING NORMAL OPERATION 
THE TOP CONSOLE, THE WEIGHT OF THE MONITOR AND THE MECHANICAL FORCE 
OF THE GAS SPRING ARE IN BALANCE. TAKE CARE IF/WHEN YOU ACTIVATE THIS 
GAS SPRING. PERSONAL INJURY CAN OCCUR AFTER THE PANEL IS REMOVED AND 
THE SPRING PRESSURE IS RELEASED. TAKE CARE WHEN YOU REPAIR THE 
ELEVATION ASSEMBLY. 
WARNINGWARNINGTWO PEOPLE SHOULD UNPACK THE UNIT BECAUSE OF ITS WEIGHT. TWO PEOPLE ARE 
REQUIRED WHENEVER A PART WE IGHING 16 KG (35 LBS) OR MORE MUST BE LIFTED.
 
WARNINGWARNINGUSE ALL PERSONAL PROTECTING EQUIPMEN T (PPE) SUCH AS GLOVES, SAFETY 
SHOES, SAFETY GLASSES, AND KNEELING PAD, TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY.
WARNINGWARNINGBEWARE OF POSSIBLE SHARP EDGES ON  ALL MECHANICAL PARTS. IF SHARP 
EDGES ARE ENCOUNTERED, THE APPROP RIATE PPE SHOULD BE USED TO 
REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY.
WARNINGWARNINGWEAR ALL PPE INCLUDING GLOVES AS INDICATED IN THE CHEMICAL MATERIAL 
SAFETY DATA SHEET (MSDS) OR PRODUCT DATA SHEET.
WARNINGWARNINGENSURE THAT THE SYSTEM IS TURNED  OFF AND UNPLUGGED. TO VERIFY THAT 
THE FRONT END POWER SUPPLY (FEPS) IS IN A ZERO ENERGY STATE, WAIT AT 
LEAST 20 SECONDS FOR THE CHARGE ON THE FEP’S OUTPUTS TO BLEED OFF.
WARNINGWARNINGWHEN THE UNIT IS RAISED FOR A REPAIR OR MOVED ALONG ANY INCLINE, USE 
EXTREME CAUTION SINCE IT MAY BECOME UNSTABLE AND TIP OVER.
WARNINGWARNINGTILTING THE CONSOLE REQUIRES TWO PEOP LE IN ORDER TO AVOID INJURY TO 
SERVICE PERSONNEL AND DAMAGE TO THE EQUIPMENT. 
						

							
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DIRECTION FC091194, REVISION 11    VIVID 7 SERVICE MANUAL 
Chapter 1 - Introduction 1 - 17
1-4-4 Mechanical Safety
    
WARNINGWARNINGPRIOR TO ELEVATING SCANNER, VERIFY THAT THE KEYBOARD IS LOCKED IN ITS 
LOWEST POSITION. VERIFY THAT THE FRONT BRAKE IS LOCKED AND THE 
SCANNER IS UNABLE TO SWIWEL. VERIFY THAT THE REAR BRAKES ARE IN THE 
LOCKED POSITION.
WARNINGWARNINGWHEN THE UNIT IS RAISED FOR A REPAIR OR MOVED ALONG ANY INCLINE, USE 
EXTREME CAUTION SINCE IT MAY BECOME UNSTABLE AND TIP OVER.
WARNINGWARNINGULTRASOUND 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.
WARNINGWARNINGNEVER USE A PROBE THAT HAS FALLEN TO TH E FLOOR. EVEN IF IT LOOKS OK, IT 
MAY BE DAMAGED.
WARNINGWARNINGREMEMBER: IF THE FRONT CASTER SWIVEL LOCK IS ENGAGED FOR 
TRANSPORTATION, PRESSING THE RELEASE PEDAL ONCE DISENGAGES THE 
SWIVEL LOCK. YOU MUST DEPRESS THE RELEASE PEDAL A SECOND TIME TO 
ENGAGE THE BRAKE.
WARNINGWARNINGTHE SYSTEM SHOULD NOT BE MOVED WITH THE OPERATOR PANEL EXTENDED. 
MOVE THE OPERATOR PANEL TO ITS CENTERED AND LOCKED POSITION. LOWER 
THE OPERATOR PANEL AS MUCH AS PO SSIBLE BEFORE MOVING THE SYSTEM.
CAUTIONEnsure that nobody touch the console arm/frogleg when moving the Operator Panel (Control 
Console).
CAUTIONDo not move the unit if the Operator Panel (Control Console) is in unlocked position.
CAUTIONAlways lock the Operator Panel (Control Console) in its parking (locked) position before moving 
the scanner around.
CAUTIONKeep the heat venting holes on the monitor unobs tructed to avoid overheating of the monitor.
CAUTIONVIVID 7 weighs 190 kg (419 lbs) or more, depending on installed peripherals, when ready for use. 
Care must be used when moving it or replacing its parts. Failure to follow the precautions listed 
below could result in injury, uncontrolled motion and costly damage.
ALWAYS:
- Be sure the pathway is clear.
- Use slow, careful motions.
- Use two people when moving on inclines or lifting more than 16 kg (35 lbs).
CAUTIONTo avoid injury when you move the LCD monitor and the monitor arm, do NOT put your finger, 
hand, or object on the joint of the monitor and the monitor arm. 
						

							
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1-4-4 Mechanical Safety (cont’d)
 
NOTE: Special care should be taken w hen transporting the unit in a vehicle:
• Lock Operator Panel (Control Console) in place.
• Eject any Magneto Optical disk, CD or DVD from their drive.
• Secure the unit in an upright position.
• Lock the casters (wheels) (brake)
• DO NOT use the Operator Panel (Cont rol Console) as an anchor point.
• Place the probes in their carrying case.
CAUTIONBefore you move or transport the system, make sure to lock the LCD monitor firmly and flip 
down the monitor to prevent damage to the system.
CAUTIONTo avoid injury or damage to the monitor, make sure there is nothing within range of the LCD 
before moving the monitor and the monitor arm. This includes people as well as things.
CAUTION
- 
Do not transport Vivid 7 in a vehicle without locking the casters (wheels). 
CAUTIONUse all Personal Protection Equi pment (PPE) such as gloves, safety shoes, safety glasses, and 
kneeling pad, to reduc e the risk of injury.
CAUTIONUse Protective Glasses during Drilling, Filing  and during all other work where eyes need 
protection.
CAUTIONUse Safety Shoes when doing work where there is any chance of foot damage.
CAUTIONUse Protective Gloves when drilling and cutting. 
						

							
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DIRECTION FC091194, REVISION 11    VIVID 7 SERVICE MANUAL 
Chapter 1 - Introduction 1 - 19
1-4-5 Electrical Safety
1-4-5-1 Safe Practices Follow these guidelines to minimize shock hazards whenever you are using the scanner;
• The equipment chassis must be con nected to an electrical ground. 
• The unit is equipped with a three-conductor AC power  cable. This must be plugged into an approved 
electrical outlet with safety ground.
• The power outlet used for this equipment shou ld not be shared with other types of equipment.
• Both the system power cable and the power connecto r must meet international electrical standards.
1-4-5-2 Probes Follow these guidelines before connecting a probe to the scanner;
• Inspect the probe prior to each use for damage or degradation to the;- housing 
- cable strain relief
-lens
- seal
• Do not use a damaged or defective probe. 
• Never immerse the probe connector or adapter into any liquid. 
WARNINGWARNINGCONNECTING A Vivid 7 SCANNER TO THE WRONG VOLTAGE LEVEL WILL MOST 
LIKELY DESTROY IT. 
						

							
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DIRECTION FC091194, REVISION 11    VIVID 7 SERVICE MANUAL 
1 - 20 Section 1-5 - Labels Locations
Section 1-5
Labels Locations
1-5-1 Labels on Front of M onitor and Operator Panel
 
Table 1-8    Labels on Front of Monitor and Operator Panel 
DESCRIPTIONILLUSTRATION
Label, Vivid 7 (Monitor)
(Introduced in 2001)
Label, Vivid 7 (Monitor)  (Introduced in 2002)
Label, Vivid 7 PRO (Monitor)  (Introduced in 2002)
Label, Vivid 7 Dimension (Monitor) (Introduced 2004) 
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DIRECTION FC091194, REVISION 11    VIVID 7 SERVICE MANUAL 
Chapter 1 - Introduction 1 - 21
Label, GE Logo
 
Label, On/Off Switch
(Two versions of the label have been used, the one to the  right is the latest version.)
Table 1-8    Labels on Front of Monitor and Operator Panel (cont’d)
DESCRIPTIONILLUSTRATION
ON/OFF:     FC314104 03
press onceOR
LABEL POSITION 
						

							
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1-5-2 Labels on Rear of LCD Monitor
 
Table 1-9    Label on Rear of LCD Monitor
DESCRIPTIONILLUSTRATION
Firmware label LCD monitor 
FOR USA ONLY:  LCD MONITOR MERCURY HG.
Introduced October 1, 2007