ACUSON Sequoia512 PDF

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Acuson Sequoia 512
Acuson Sequoia 512
Modality - Ultrasound
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Cover Removal
Keyboard / TrackballRemoval
Monitor Removal
Filter Removal
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Component Location
Component Location
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BDM -
B-Mode System Data Memory
CSD -
Color Spectral Doppler
RDP -
Reconstruction Display Processor
IOV -
Input / Output Video
IOE -
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PIC -
Peripheral Interface Controller
BF -
Beamformer
CN -
Controller
MX -
Multiplexer
RX -
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TX -
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Component Location
MX
RX
TX
BF
CN
CSD
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RDP
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CINE
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Floppy Drive
Ethernet
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Power Supply
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Foot Lock
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Error Codes
Refer to the Acuson Sequoia 512 Service Manual and the Troubleshooting Section of this EPST for references
to errors and common system problems.
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All functional checks and procedures are outlined as part of the Preventative Maintenance procedure.
Refer to that section for more information.
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1. Color Doppler Signal Path

2. Spectral Doppler Signal Path
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SPECTRAL DOPPLER I & Q

PHYSIO
HARD
DISK
OPTICAL
DRIVE
AUDIO
AUDIO / VCR / PHYSIO
BF
SCSI
CSD
FIZ
TRANSDUCER
RX
COLOR
DOPPLER
I&Q
IOV
COLOR
PRINTER
VCR
PLAYBACK
BF
CN
BDM
RDP
VCR
MX
B-MODE / M-MODE DATA
PIC
B-MODE
M-MODE
SPECTRAL
COLOR
DOPPLER
VCR
DATA
PROGRESSIVE
VIDEO
SYSTEM
AUDIO
AEGIS
TX
MONITOR
IMAGEFORMER
CONTROL
USER
INTERFACE
IOE
TX
AEGIS
ETHERNET
Color Doppler
Signal Path
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SPECTRAL DOPPLER I & Q

PHYSIO
HARD
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AUDIO / VCR / PHYSIO
BF
SCSI
CSD
FIZ
TRANSDUCER
RX
COLOR
DOPPLER
I&Q
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COLOR
PRINTER
VCR
PLAYBACK
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CN
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MX
B-MODE / M-MODE DATA
PIC
B-MODE
M-MODE
SPECTRAL
COLOR
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VCR
DATA
PROGRESSIVE
VIDEO
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AUDIO
AEGIS
TX
MONITOR
IMAGEFORMER
CONTROL
USER
INTERFACE
IOE
TX
AEGIS
ETHERNET
Spectral Doppler
Signal Path
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Preventative Maintenance
Select a Preventative Maintenance topic:

Electrical Verification
Introduction
Following Basic Precautions
Preliminaries
Initiating Cue
System Motor Controls
Interview the Operator
Power On Self Diagnostics

Operational Verification
Visual Inspection
Basic Precautions
Transducer Selection
Cleaning and Sanitizing the System
Cardiology Controls
Aegis
Cleaning Air Filters
Peripherals Operation Verification
Mechanical Inspection
Service User Interface
Monitor Assembly
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Entering SUI During Power-Up
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Introduction
This section is intended to specify the recommended frequency to perform a Preventive Maintenance to the Acuson
Sequoia 512 system.
Periodic maintenance provides significant contribution to ongoing reliability and performance of a system.
The Sequoia 512 system is an exceptionally reliable and mobile modern electronic equipment and it contains superior
self-diagnostics.
No calibration or electronic adjustments are required.
System - Preliminaries
Initiating Cue
There are several ways that a Preventive Maintenance (PM) inspection may be initiated. The minimum recommended
frequency of PM inspections is one per year. We recommend that a PM be performed:
Periodically. This period may vary from 3 months to 7 months, depending upon the operating environment.
Following a customer request.
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System - Preliminaries
Interviewing the Operator
Before starting the actual PM, you should meet briefly with the operator(s) and discuss any problems or concerns that
they may have with the system. It is important to take time to address the concerns relating to the performance of the
system.
Review at least the following:
Follow up on any open issues.

Have there been any problems?
Does the machine appear to be functioning normally?
Are they satisfied with the diagnostic quality of the images?
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System - Visual Inspection

Basic Precautions
Visually inspect the operating environment for biohazards before doing anything to the system or the transducers.
Important: Ultrasound systems are sometimes used in an environment in which they are exposed to pathogens, which
pose a potential health hazard to persons handling the system. For health reasons, always thoroughly clean, sanitize
and/or sterilize the system and its transducers prior to performing maintenance.
Look for visual signs of biohazard presence on and around the system.
Use caution especially when handling the system or the transducers, because bloodborne pathogens may be
present.
Take necessary action, if biohazard presence is suspected.
If not sure, treat system as infected and consult with an infection control nurse for assistance.
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System - Visual Inspection Continued
Cleaning and Sanitizing the System

To clean or sanitize the system:
Turn off the system and unplug it from the power outlet.
Clean the system cabinet, transducer holders, and storage bay with a damp cloth soaked in mild soap and
water, or sanitize it using isopropyl alcohol or a sanitizing solution.
WARNING! DO NOT drip any liquid into the system or onto the keyboard.
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System - Visual Inspection Continued

Cleaning Air Filters
The Acuson Sequoia 512 system has two air filters. Air filters are located on both the right rear and left rear of the
system. Component Location shows the position of the air filters.
Remove, inspect, and clean the air filters each week.
To remove and clean the air filters:
Unplug the system from the power outlet.
To remove the air filters located on the upper right and left side of the system, use the tab on each filter to slide it
out and remove the filter.
Wash the filters in water with mold detergent and dry them, or clean them with a hand-held vacuum cleaner.
Replace the filters.
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System - Mechanical Inspection
To inspect the mechanical integrity of the system:

The Sequoia 512 system is a mechanically robust equipment, and it is specially designed to be very mobile and
maneuverable. However, mechanical inspection is recommended for the following items.
Monitor Assembly
To inspect the tilt and swivel capabilities of the system monitor assembly:
Push the locking handle in to release the monitor assembly lock.
Check the vertical tilt maneuverability by rotating the monitor up and down vertically.
Check the swivel maneuverability by rotating the monitor assembly horizontally.
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System Mechanical Inspection Continued:
Keyboard and Monitor Lift Mechanism

To inspect the keyboard and monitor lift mechanism:
Release the lift lock by depressing the button situated inside the right keyboard handle grip.
Gently move the keyboard lift up and down to check the lift mechanism.
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System Mechanical Inspection Continued:
Wheels and Locking Mechanism

To inspect the wheels and locking mechanism:
Push the locking mechanism towards the back of the system to check the locking of the wheels.
Push the locking mechanism towards the front of the system to check the unlocking of the wheels.
Push the locking mechanism into mid position to check the steering of the system.
Covers and Panels
Inspect the covers and panels for any damage.
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System - Electrical Verification

The following safety precautions should be observed when servicing the Acuson Sequoia 512 system:
WARNING! Lethal voltages (up to 300 VDC) are present inside the Acuson Sequoia 512 system. Use caution when
opening the unit. Under certain fault conditions, the high voltage bus may remain charged even when the main Breaker
is Off. Furthermore, the operating temperature of some components can cause burns.
IMPORTANT: The Sequoia 512 system employs a software power-on/off circuit. This means that there are live voltages
present in the system even with the power off. Always unplug the system to perform any cleaning or maintenance.
To check the following for electrical verification of the system:
Verify that the LEDs are lit on PIC board.
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System - Electrical Verification Continued

Check the connectors on the power cable for any deformation or discoloration due to resistive heating of
connector pins. Also check the power cable for any deformation or damage. Replace cable or connector, if
necessary.
Verify that the line voltage is within specifications (see Chapter 1, Introduction and System Requirements).
Measurement should be within the stated range when the system is both on and off. The system may shut itself
down, if line voltages are outside these specifications.
Verify that all recording devices such as VCRs or printers are connected to one of the isolated outlets on the back
of the Sequoia 512 system. If these devices are plugged directly into the wall outlets, excessive leakage current
may cause a hazard.
Verify the operation of the cooling fans. Listen for any excessive noise caused by failed bearings. If fans are
running at higher than normal speed, then notify Acuson service provider.
Verify the leakage current on the system using your test equipment. For the specifications of the leakage current
limits, see Chapter 1 of the Service Manual, Introduction and System Requirements.
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System - Monitor Controls

Since many of the tests involve careful examination of the displayed ultrasound image on the monitor, it is essential that
the monitor is set up in a consistent way on each occasion. The level of ambient light will also influence the tests and it
should be consistent as much as possible.
To check the Sequoia 512 system monitor:
Pull the monitor control knobs out to CALIBRATE mode and use it as your start up reference.
Enter Service User Interface Tests and Utilities menu to check the following Video test patterns:
Convergence patterns
Color Crosshatch pattern
SMPTE test pattern
Color Bar pattern
IMPORTANT: Do not forget to return the monitor control knobs to their original position when finished, keeping in mind
that users are generally very particular about monitor settings.
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System - Power On Self Diagnostics

To check the system for any Power Up error messages:
Turn the system on by depressing the ON/OFF switch located underneath the monitor.
Wait for the self-diagnostics to run. If any errors are reported, refer to the Troubleshooting Chapter of the
Service Manual and resolve the problem before proceeding any further.
If problems do arise which are difficult to troubleshoot or are subtle in nature, contact your Acuson Service provider.
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System - Operational Verification
This section provides the basic means of verifying the operation of Acuson Sequoia 512 system and its recording
devices.
When evaluating the Sequoia 512 system operation consult your Sequoia 512 User Manual on using the system. Your
User Manual contains more specific information on the clinical use of the system.
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System - Operational Verification Continued

Transducer Selection
To check the ability of the system to recognize all available transducers:
Insert the transducer connector into one of the three active transducer ports on the front panel of the system, and
rotate the locking knob clockwise to lock the transducer in place.
Press XDUCR key to display all transducers available on the softkey menu. Press the softkey corresponding to
the transducer you want to check.
Press the MULTIHERTZ toggle up or down to change the imaging frequency available to you on the transducer.
Select modalities from user interface to check available modes for each transducer.
Repeat the procedure for all available transducers.
To check B-mode functionality:
Select a transducer and verify B-mode controls for their operation.
IMPORTANT: For more specific information on the B-mode controls, consult your User Manual.
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To check Spectral Doppler functionality:
Obtain a B-mode image of the area of interest and position Doppler gate on the area of flow.
Enter Solo Spectral Doppler and verify B-mode controls for their operation.
IMPORTANT: For more specific information on the Spectral Doppler controls, consult your User Manual.
To check the Color Doppler functionality:
Obtain a B-mode image of the area of interest and position CD Res Box on the area of flow.
Enter SST Color Doppler and verify Color Doppler controls for their operation.
IMPORTANT: For more specific information on the Color Doppler controls, consult your User Manual.
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Cardiology Controls
To check the M-mode functionality (if available):
Select a cardiac transducer and obtain a B-mode image of the area of interest and position the M-mode cursor
on the area of motion.
Enter M-mode and check the operation.
IMPORTANT: For more specific information on the M-mode controls, consult your User Manual.
To check Physio Module functionality (if available):
Plug the ECG cable into the Physio Module and stick the ECG electrodes to yourself and check the operation.
IMPORTANT: For more specific information on the ECG controls, consult your User Manual.
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AEGIS
To check the AEGIS functionality:
Store a static image on AEGIS and review it on the monitor to check the AEGIS acquisition and review function.
Store a dynamic clip on AEGIS and review it on the monitor to check the dynamic AEGIS operation.
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System - Peripheral Operation Verification

This section provides basic means of verifying operation of the peripherals interfaced to a Sequoia 512 system.
Always consult your User Manual on how to use the peripherals.
Your User Manual contains more specific information on the use of the peripherals.
To check the operation of the Sony VCR - SVO 9500 MDP:
Check VCR configuration and cabling with the Sequoia 512 system.
Turn the VCR on, insert a blank tape, and verify the operation of the VCR.
IMPORTANT: For more specific information on the VCR controls, consult your user manual.
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System - Peripheral Operation Verification

To check the operation of the Sony UP-5650 or UP-1800 color printer:
Check printer configuration and cabling with the Sequoia 512 system.
Verify that the printer is loaded with film and paper.
Print a color image from Sequoia 512 system and verify the operation of the printer.
To check the operation of the Sony UP-910, UP-930 and UP-890 B/W printer:
Check printer configuration and cabling with the Sequoia 512 system.
Verify that the printer is loaded with the paper.
Print a B/W image from Sequoia 512 system and verify the operation of the printer.
To check the operation of the IIE Multi-Image Camera, check camera configuration and cabling with the Sequoia 512
system:
Verify that the camera is loaded with the film cartridge.
Print a B/W image from Sequoia 512 system and verify the operation of the camera.
IMPORTANT: For more specific information on the use of peripheral devices, consult your User Manual.
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System - Service User Interface

Entering SUI During Power-Up
You can enter the SUI menu as you start up the system. The SUI menu appearance is different from other menus in the
system. However, you will use the trackball land the trackball select keys to navigate through the menu.
To enter the SUI menu:
With the system powered off, hold the MULTIHERTZ key in the up position (towards the monitor). At the same
time, hold down the S key on the alphanumeric keyboard.
As you hold down these keys, power on the system. Continue to hold these keys for five to eight seconds, and
then release. The SUI menu appears momentarily.
Move the arrow over User Diagnostics and press either trackball select key. A menu of selections appear.
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System - Service User Interface Continued

User Interface Test
Run the following User Interface Test:
Echo Key
LED
Echo LCD
Run the Audio Test
For detailed descriptions of available Service User Interface tests, refer to Service Manual, Diagnostics.
Exiting SUI
To exit SUI and return to imaging:
With the User Diagnostics menu displayed, move the arrow over Reboot and press the trackball select key.
The system will re-initialize to imaging mode.
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Software
See the Acuson Sequoia 512 Service Manual for software and configuration information. It is important to refer to
the tables in the service manual when changing circuit boards to insure compatibility.
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Theory
Theory
Select a Theory Topic:
System Architecture
Board Listing
Theory of Operation
DIAMQ Subsystem Control
User Interface
Power Subsystem
Theory of Operation
Primary AC Wiring
Power Configurations
Peripherals Power
System DC Power Distribution
Power Supply Noise
Power Supply Sync
Power Fail Signal
Power-Up Sequence
Power-Down Sequence
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(B-Mode System Data Memory)

(Color Spectral Doppler)
(Reconstruction Display Processor)
(Input/Output Video)
(Input/Output Expansion)
(Peripheral Interface Controller)
(Beamformer)
(Controller)
(Multiplexer)
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System Architecture
Theory of Operation
The DIMAQ Ultrasound Workstation performs the following major functions for normal B-mode imaging:
Overall control of the Sequoia system

Storage of ultrasound data for CINE functions
Conversion of ultrasound scan format to video scan format
Alphanumeric and graphic display
Interface to operator (front panel controls)
Interface to peripheral recording devices (AEGIS, VCR, Printers, etc.)
Digital ultrasound video information is sent to the DIMAQ workstation from the Coherent Imageformer. In the
DIMAQ workstation, the information is stored in the proper memory locations of the system data memory.
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System Architecture Continued
From the system data memory, data is passed to the Reconstruction Display Processor (RDP). Here, B-mode and Color
Doppler data are combined, M-mode or pulse Doppler data are stored to strip displays, and graphics and data block
information are overlaid.
The data is then passed to the Input/Output Video board (IOV). Here the data may be converted to a variety of video
standards. Progressive RGB video is provided to the internal monitor. Also, interlaced composite and component video
are derived from the progressive RGB. NTSC and PAL video standards are supported.
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DIMAQ Subsystem Control
The DIMAQ workstation provides the overall control of the system, including user interface and high level control of other
processors which, in turn, control subsystems. The main processor is the System Supervisory Processor (SSP) and is
located on the Reconstruction Display Processor Board (RDP).
This processor communicates with the BDM and CN via the system control bus. The SSP can also communicate with the
PIC board via the AUX Bus. This is used to configure the inputs and outputs from the PIC board as well as communicate
with the SCSI devices on the system.
Whenever a key is pressed or a knob is adjusted, the SSP interprets this data and configures the system accordingly.
High level information about the scanning mode is passed to the CN board. The CN in turn configures the Coherent
Imageformer to scan in a mode that reflects the users parameters.
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The SSP also sends high-level configuration information to the BDM. The BDM is configured to capture data from the
Coherent Imageformer as appropriate for the scanning mode.
When a change is made to the scanning parameters, the corresponding graphic element on the monitor is changed to
blue while the transition to the new format is performed. When the system is displaying data as selected by the new
parameters, the graphic element reverts to white. This allows the user to know precisely when the system has completed
reconfiguration of the scan format.
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User Interface
The User Interface provides the interface between the user and the Sequoia 512 system. One of the components of the
User Interface is the FPP board. The FPP has a processor that monitors the status of the user controls, and when changes
occur, sends an interrupt to the System Supervisory Processor (SSP) located on the RDP board. The SSP then initiates the
sequence of events needed to configure the Sequoia system, as required.
The User Interface is designed in a modular fashion. The FPP board mates to the switch assembly via stand-offs and
hard connectors. The trackball, Qwerty (Alphanumeric keyboard), and DGC potentiometers assembly are connected
with ribbon cables.
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BDM (B-Mode System Data Memory)

Provides B-Mode/M-Mode acquisition and
preprocessing of B-Mode and M-Mode data.
Contains system data memory which stores all
data passing through the Sequoia
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CSD (Color Spectral Doppler)

Provides processing of Spectral, Audio, and
Color Doppler data.
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RDP (Reconstruction Display Processor)

Performs the translation of data from the
acoustic grid to the display grid. Static and
waveform graphics also reside on the RDP
and are mixed with the acoustic data. Also
contains the System Supervisory Processor
(SSP) which provides primary control for the
system.
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IOV (Input/Output Video)

Provides all video input and output functions,
supplies VCR interface and audio sample
rate conversions. Conversion between all
video standards including NTSC, PAL, VHS,
and S-VHS.
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IOE (Input/Output Expansion)

Performs JPEG compression of video data
and handles all Ethernet activity.
Communicates with the SSP via the Aux bus.
Connectors provided to support future interfacing needs through the use of daughter
cards.
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PIC (Peripheral Interface Controller)

Provides connections for all standard supported
peripherals. All signal lines are buffered.
Hardware monitor circuitry is located here as
well as the power on/off controls.
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BF (Beamformer)
Provides digitization of individual receive
signals. Beam formation including apodization, delay, gain, and interpolation.
Summation of channels.
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CN (Controller)
Provides passband filter of signal. Focus
Processor and Aquisition Control Processor
are on the CN
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MX (Multiplexer)
Provides the interconnection between the
transducer(s) and the Sequoia 512 System.
Versatile multiplexing options for transmit
and receive signals. Calibration paths for
transmit and receive.
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RX (Receiver)
Provides amplification of individual receive
signals as required. Spectral Doppler beamformer. Also provides system clocks.
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TX (Transmitter)
Provides fully programmable transmit channels.
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Power Subsystem
Primary AC Wiring
AC power is supplied to the system via a detachable, hospital-grade low-leakage power cord. Several cords are available for use in various countries. The AC power must be between 85 and 135 VAC or between 185 and 264 VAC.
The power is fed into the DC Power Supply. This supply is circuit breaker protected and provides noise filtering of the
AC power. The DC power supply has 11 distinct DC outputs and an AC accessory output.
AC accessory output is power factor corrected within the Sequoia DC power supply. The AC accessory power is routed
to the fan tray of the Sequoia 512 system where it is passed through a 6-A, dual-pole, circuit breaker. The power is
then passed to a dual pole, single throw relay. This relay is controlled by the +12V peripheral output of the DC power
supply. This allows the Sequoia 512 system to come up to full power before the peripherals are powered on. The
power is then passed to a dual-pole, dual-throw switch. This switch is configured to select the AC input voltage to the
peripheral isolation transformer.
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Whenever any device connected to the primary side AC power is replaced, it is suggested that the leakage current to
chassis ground of the system be measured and verified to be in compliance with the regulations of the country in which
the system is being used.
Devices connected to the primary AC power circuit are:
System power cord

DC power supply
Fan tray circuit breaker
Peripherals power relay
Peripherals voltage selection switch
Peripherals isolation transformer
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Power Configurations
The power supply architecture used by the Sequoia 512 system allows great flexibility with regard to use in different
countries. The system can accept input voltages of 85-135 VAC or 185-264 VAC at 47-63 Hz. The power cord may be
detached from the system power supply.
The Sequoia DC power supply assembly requires no configuration. The power used by the monitor, PPS and peripheral
recording devices is provided via an isolation transformer located in the fan tray. The input of this transformer must be
set for 115 VAC or 230 VAC operation.
Peripherals Power
The peripherals isolation transformer allows the use of peripheral equipment that is not normally approved for patient
connection to be used. However, the peripheral must be plugged into the isolated outlets of the Sequoia 512 system.
There are two coils on the primary side of the peripherals isolation transformer and three coils to the secondary side.
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System DC Power Distribution

The Sequoia 512 system receives power from the AC power cord. It goes through an internal 20-A dual pole circuit
breaker and EMI filter.
The DC power supply rectifies and down converts the supply voltage into ten static C voltages and two dynamic DC voltages. That is, two of the voltages are programmed as required by the Sequoia 512 system. One of the dynamic voltages is used to drive the cooling fans, the other is used to set the voltage available to the TX boards for transmit power.
The Sequoia DC power supply is designed to provide a unity power factor correction. That is, no phase shift to the AC
power will occur. The peripherals plugged into the AC Accessory Module have a power factor corrector circuit located
in the Sequoia DC power supply. These DC supplies are routed to the Backplane via the DC power Harness.
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Power Supply Noise

The DC power supply is an extremely low-noise power supply. To minimize noise interference during imaging, the DC
voltages are synchronized to 50 kHz. If the PS sync is lost, the power supplies will continue to operate, but the nonsynchronized switching of the supplies can cause harmonics, which may cause noise that adversely affects image quality.
Power Supply Sync
Power Supply Sync is a 50 kHz clock generated on the RX board. It is used to synchronize the switching frequency of
the power supplies within the system. Other clocks are derived from this clock to synchronize most electronics circuits
within the system. This helps reduce the presence of power supply noise in the image.
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Programmable Power Supply

The Programmable Power Supply (PPS) provides a software programmable DC voltage used by the Transmitter boards
(TX). This is done to minimize the heat dissipation requirements on the TX board and to increase overall system
efficiency. The PPS may be programmed to output from 30 VDC to 250 VDC.
Power Fail Signal

A power fail signal is provided from the DC power supply. This signal allows the Sequoia 512 system to shutdown
gracefully in the event that AC power is interrupted. The DC power supply can maintain power for 20 milliseconds after
AC power is lost.
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Power-Up Sequence
Assuming that the system is plugged into an AC power outlet and the circuit breaker is switched on, there is standby
power supplied to a latch located on the PIC board. Pressing the momentary power switch on the Sequoia 512 system
sets the latch. The output of the latch is passed to a NOR gate where it is combined with the PIC RESET register. The
true output of this latch is in turn OR'd with the output of the temperature monitor circuitry. Under normal circumstances,
the result of these events allows the PS_PWR_ON request to go low, thereby enabling power to come up on the DC
power supply.
The 12V peripheral power comes up in approximately 150 milliseconds and it closes a relay in the fan tray, thereby
applying AC power to the primary of the accessory isolation transformer.
After the power has stabilized, the system reset is removed by the PIC. At this point, the system begins its boot
sequence. One of the first steps performed is to write a 1 to the POWER_ON register located on the PIC. The output of
this register is NOR'd with the power-on latch described above. In this way, the latch maintains the power on signal
after the front panel switch is released and the power switch debounce latch returns to power switch-off state.
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Power-Down Sequence
Pressing the momentary power switch on the Sequoia 512 system sets the debounce latch on the PIC board. This causes
an interrupt to be sent to the system, which tells that a power-down request has been initiated. The system then performs
a power-down sequence that will include completing any disk accesses, closing all files that are open and any other
housekeeping that is required.
When the housekeeping functions are complete, the system writes a 0 to the power latch register located on the PIC
board. This allows the PS_POWER_ON request to go high, resulting in the Sequoia DC power supply disabling all
power except the standby power for the PIC power control circuitry.
Special Power-Down Note: Turning off the circuit breaker or simply unplugging the system will result in a complete file
system check at the following power-up. It may take up to several minutes to complete this operation.
Important: You should always turn off the system using the power switch on the User Interface!
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Important !
See service manual for complete systems diagnostics
Select a Troubleshooting / Diagnostics Topic

Introduction and Overview
General Approach
Symptom Types
Causes of Failures and Quick Tips
Common Symptoms and Fixes
Function or Format Problems
System Lockup Problems
Image Quality Problems
Error Messages
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System Troubleshooting
This section is provided to assist with troubleshooting major faults on the Sequoia 512 system.
General Approach
Note the event(s) that caused the failure

Identify the assemblies involved
Use any available tools to isolate between assemblies
Replace assemblies as needed until the problem is corrected
Symptom Types
Failures on the Sequoia 512 system can be broken down into five main symptom types as follows:
No power
Functionality or image format problems
Locked-up systems
Image quality problems
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Symptom Type
Following are the general characteristics of each symptom type:

Symptoms Types Definition
Symptom Type
No power
Image format or functional problems
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Definition
The system does not turn on. There are no fans or lights. There are no raster
lines on the monitor when the brightness and contrast are turned up.
The system is still accepting keyboard commands, but the alphanumeric, graphic,
or image format is missing, incorrect or displaced.
The system no longer accepts keyboard commands (although you may still be
able to get an image in the image area). These failures usually happen as you go
from one mode into another, e.g., for instance going into or out of color imaging.
The image format is correct, but there is a problem with the quality of the
ultrasound signal coming out of the scanner. Examples could be that the image is
defocused, poor penetration, channel dropouts, and excessive noise.
The system responds with an error message as the result of a specific key being
pressed. This implies that some operating condition of the system or its
peripherals is being violated.
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Causes and Failures
Here are some basic guidelines for troubleshooting the different symptom types:
Causes of Failures
Symptom Type
No power
Functional or image format problems
Hung or locked systems
Error messages
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Typical power problems happen because power is not coming from the wall, the
circuit breakers are off or, there is a failure in the power-on circuitry.
These are cases where the microprocessors are communicating, but the boards
themselves are not able to carry out the imaging or formatting instructions.
System hang-ups or lock-ups are typically caused by a breakdown in
microprocessor communications. They will typically happen as you are going
from one mode into another, as multiple microprocessors try to communicate.
Image quality problems usually relate to a failure in the Imageformer sections of
the system. Maybe the transmitters are not focusing correctly, or the receive
timing delays are incorrect.
Error messages can happen for any number of reasons. They could be
anything from a printer out of paper, to illegal transducer use.
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The following are some useful tips, which may help in quick diagnosis of certain typical failures.
Quick Tips
Symptom Type
No power
Image format or functional problems

Hung or locked systems
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The assemblies involved are the FPP, PIC, DC power supply, and any of the
connecting cables.
Is the system plugged into the wall?
Does another instrument work in the same wall outlet?
Has the plug come out of the system power cord bracket at the lower back of
the system?
Are the main breakers on?
Are you pressing the correct power-on button? The power switch is located
under and to the left of the monitor.
The boards involved are the BDM, RDP, IOV, IOE, FPP, and PIC.
The boards involved are the FPP, IOE, RDP, CN, BDM, CSD, and IOV. If it
never gets to the imaging mode, it could also be the PIC or the hard drive.
The boards involved are TX, MX, RX, BF, CN, CSD, and BDM.
Check the User and the Peripheral Manuals for the meaning of error messages.
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No Power
The following table provides some quick checks when the symptom is No Power.
No Power
Check
If
Any lights are lit.
Then
System is getting power, but is not turning on.
DC Power supply LEDs LEDs are located behind the

backplane door.
Power-on light is off.
PIC is not turning on the power supply (could be

FPP, power switch, PIC, or cables).
System is shutting itself

off.
Could be the thermal sense circuitry.
Raster lines appear.
The monitor is getting power.
The monitor for raster lines Push the contrast and brightness pots
and turn them all the way clockwise.
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Function or Format Problems

The following table provides basic guidelines to troubleshooting format or functional problems.
Format or Functional Problems
If
Then
Run the User interface Tests.
(Refer to Chapter 7, Service Diagnostics.)
It could be any of the image former boards or the BDM or
RDP. Also, check to insure that a transducer is connected.
The user controls do not work.

There are no images in the image area.
There are no spectral or flow images in the image area
AND there is a B-mode image.
The image is misplaced.
There are no graphics.
There is missing or misplaced Physio information.
The peripherals do not function.
You cannot store and retrieve images.
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It could be the CSD.

It could be the BDM or RDP.
It could be the BDM or RDP.
It could be the Physio Module, the IOE or the BDM.
The system or peripherals may not be configured correctly.
Press CODE-SETUP and refer to the User Manual for
configuration information.
It could be the PIC, the cables or the peripheral itself.
Try another peripheral.
It could be the MO drive, the PIC, the IOV or the IOE.
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System Lock-up Problems
The following table provides basic guidelines to system lock-up problems.

System Lock-up Problems
If
It never gets into imaging mode.
It hangs only with some transducers.
It only fails in B-mode.
It fails only in Spectral Doppler or Color Doppler mode.
It locks up when trying to access peripherals.
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Then
It could be the RDP, PIC or hard drive.
NOTE: Be sure to back-up the hard drive before replacing.
(Refer to the User Manual.)
Maybe the configuration is wrong. Press CODE-SETUP
and refer to the User Manual for configuration information.
It could be the CN, BDM, or RDP.
Maybe the system or its peripherals are not configured
correctly. Press CODE-SETUP and refer to the User
Manual for configuration information.
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Poor quality in any of the imaging
modes
Poor B-mode quality
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Current application is not consistent
with procedure being performed.
Possible Fixes
Change to correct application.
The operator is new to the system.
The image may not be optimized.

Contact the Acuson sales office for
advice on Sequoia image optimization.
Poor video output.
Refer to Chapter 6, Service

Diagnostics, and display the SMPTE
test pattern. If there is a video problem,
it is probably the IOV.
Bad Monitor Convergence.
Refer to Chapter 6, Service

Diagnostics, and display the
convergence test pattern. Replace the
monitor as necessary.
Slowly slide the probe across an
ultrasound phantom. Look for dark
areas in the image that do not move
with the rest of the image. If artifacts
are evident, replace boards in the
imageformer section until the problem
goes away (TX, MX, BF, CN, BDM).
Artifacts in the image area.
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Problem
Noise in the image
Poor quality from stored images

Poor quality VCR video or audio
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Replace imageformer boards as
needed.
Noise in the power supply.
Use an oscilloscope to look for noise

on the power supplies.
Replace as needed.
EMI coming from external sources.
This is the most likely cause. Turn off

lights and other equipment in the area
to see if that solves the problem.
Isolate the system as needed.
It could be the IOV or the IOE.
Try recording and playback with a new
videotape.
Internal AEGIS boards.

Bad (or old) video tape.
Poor image quality in only Spectral or

Color Doppler
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Noise in the Imageformer subsystem.
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Bad VCR.
Try a new VCR.
Bad video playback circuitry.

Doppler only boards.
It could be the IOE or the BDM.

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Error Messages
The following table provides basic guidelines to troubleshooting certain error message conditions.
Error Messages
Check
For power-on errors
For the activity that caused the
message
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The message indicates a failure of an
assembly.
It happened when accessing a
peripheral.
Then
Replace the failing assembly.
There were no external interfaces.
Refer to the Sequoia 512 User Manual

for more information.
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Cover Removal
Monitor Removal
Keyboard / Trackball Removal
Filter Removal
Power Switch Cover Removal
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Acuson Sequoia 512 Filter Removal
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Acuson Sequoia 512 Power Switch Cover Removal
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How To Use This
How To Use This Tool
Linking and Navigation

Printing
About This EPST
Credits
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How To Use This
Linking and Navigation

On the bottom of each page, you will find a linking tool bar. Click on the sections icon to take you to that section.
In addition to the linking tool bar on each page, you will find other links throughout the EPST.
Blue Text
Takes you to supplemental information about that topic.
For additional navigation options, you may use the Acrobat Reader bookmark feature.
To Display Bookmarks:
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Click on the PageWithLeftMargin button on the Acrobat toolbar to open the bookmark window.
Click on the section or page listed in the bookmark window that you wish to view.
Click on the PageWith LeftMargin button to close the bookmark window.
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How To Use This
Printing
1)
On the Acrobat toolbar, select File,Print
2)
Select whether to print all pages, only the current page, or a range of pages.
(Default is Print All Pages)
3)
Click OK to begin printing
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How To Use This
About This EPST
The EPST is not intended to replace OEM system documentation. It also does not cover every
problem or situation you may encounter while working on the system. There are probably many
situations in which it would be helpful to refer to OEM system documentation.
The link icons located at the bottom of every page usually take you to the first page of that section.
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Credits
Project Sponsors:
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Self-Paced Training Materials
Self-Paced Training Materials
Note
There is no self-paced training available with this release of the Acuson Sequoia 512 EPST.
However, we welcome suggestions for inclusion in the next release of this EPST.
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Parts Lists
Parts Lists
Select Item To View:
Hard Drive
Disk drives
Filters
Power Supplies
Printed Circuit Boards
Transducer Accesories
Transducer Assemblies
Refer to the Service Manual for all other miscellaneous exterior and interior parts
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Hard Drive
Hard Disk
Part Number
35189
35190
39014
43292
47183
Description
BASE PLATE, MODULE, HARD DISK
COVER, MODULE, HARD DISK
HARD DRIVE, 1080MB, INTERNAL
ASM DFB2
LABEL, B-CODE, HD ASSY, IGB, SEQUOIA
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Disk Drives
Disk Drives
Part Number
39014
46536
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Description
HARD DRIVE, 1080MB, INTERNAL 3
DISK, 230MB REWRITABLE OPTICAL 3
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Parts
Filters
Filters, Air
Part Number
37531
40440
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Description
FILTER PLATES (AIR FILTERS)
FILTER, FAN, DISK BOX
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Power Supplies
Power Supplies
Peripheral Device
Part Number
37616
44288
31692
34766
18122
36523
42526
Circuit Breakers
Components and Assemblies
Fuse
Supplies
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Description
CKT BKR THRML 6A FUSHLDR STYLE
CIRCUIT BREAKER, 0.2A, THERMAL
RELAY DPDT 12V PWR
XFMR PWR, ISO 550VA 115 / 230V
FUSE, 5 AMP GLASS SLO-BLO
POWER SUPPLY, 3.3V, 11
ASSY, PPS3 BOX, S
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Parts

Part Number
30132
31642
31642T
31732
31742
31992
32012
32052
32062
32082
33342
35062
35282
35662
35822
35992
35992
Description
PCB ASSY, PIC
PCB ASSY, FPC
ASSY, TSTD FPP
PCB, ASSY
PCB, ASSY SS1M
PCB ASSY, RI 128
PCB ASSY, RX2-R
PCB ASSY, RDP
PCB ASSY, BDM
PCB ASSY, CSD
PCB ASSY, IOV
FAN TACHOMETER FILTER BOARD
PCB ASSY, TX2
PCB ASSY, RI 64 CHANNEL
PCB ASSY, PCB ASSY, CN2
PCB ASSY, FIZ
ASSY, TSTD FIZ
Continued
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Printed Circuit Boards Continued
Part Number
36262
38102
39052
39052
39052
39152
39732
40222
40522
41382
42392
42532
44172
44772
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Description
PCB ASSY, MX2-R
PCB ASSY FPL
PCB ASSY, MX2-C
PCB ASSY, RX2-C
ASSY, TSTD MX2-CARD
PCB ASSY, BF3
ASSY, TSTD RX2, CARD
PCB ASSY, TBS
PCB ASSY, SS512
PCB, ASSY AUX
PCB ASSY, BACKPLANE2
ASSY, TSTD PCB IOE3
PCB, ASSY DS4M2
ASSY, TSTD AAM2
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Parts
Transducer Accessories and Assemblies

Transducers Accessories
Part Number
40109
40247
40367
40412
Description
INSERT, MICROCASE
HOLDER, GEL
CAP, SECONDARY BARRIER
INSERT, STANDARD
Transducer Assemblies
Part Number
27552
38305
38382
38533
38867
41111
41115
41116
41118
41246
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Description
ASSY, XDCR PACKED 2.0 MHz AUX CW
ASSY, XDCR PACKED, 3V2C Mp
ASSY, XDCR PACKED TE-V5M
ASSY, XDCR PACKED 7V3C MP
ASSY, XDCR PACKED 5V2C MP
ASSY, XDCR PACKED 4V2 MP
ASSY, XDCR PACKED 5C2 MP
ASSY, XDCR PACKED 8L5 MP
ASSY, XDCR PACKED 8C4 MP
ASSY, XDCR PACKED EV-8C4
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Assembly and Disassembly

How to Use this Tool

Assembly and Disassembly

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Assembly and Disassembly

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B-Mode System Data Memory

Color Spectral Doppler

Reconstruction Display Processor

Input / Output Video

Input / Output Expansion

Peripheral Interface Controller

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Functional Checks / Procedures

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1. Color Doppler Signal Path

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SPECTRAL DOPPLER I & Q

AUDIO / VCR / PHYSIO

B-MODE / M-MODE DATA

Acuson Sequoia 512

SPECTRAL DOPPLER I & Q

AUDIO / VCR / PHYSIO

B-MODE / M-MODE DATA

Acuson Sequoia 512

Select a Preventative Maintenance topic:

Following Basic Precautions

System Motor Controls

Interview the Operator

Power On Self Diagnostics

Cleaning and Sanitizing the System

Cleaning Air Filters

Peripherals Operation Verification

Service User Interface

Keyboard and Monitor Lift Mechanism

Entering SUI During Power-Up

Wheels and Locking Mechanism

User Interface Test

Covers and Panels

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Follow up on any open issues.

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System - Visual Inspection

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System - Visual Inspection Continued

Cleaning and Sanitizing the System

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System - Visual Inspection Continued

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System - Mechanical Inspection

To inspect the mechanical integrity of the system:

Acuson Sequoia 512

System Mechanical Inspection Continued:

Keyboard and Monitor Lift Mechanism

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