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Trial Stimulator Manual
EPG Care and Storage
EPG Care and Storage
The following recommendations are made for the care and storage of the EPG:
• Keep new batteries available.
• Replace low or depleted batteries.
• Do not drop the EPG. Protect the EPG from sharp objects and physical shocks. Mishandling
can permanently damage the EPG.
• The sensitive electronics of the EPG can be damaged by temperature extremes, particularly
high heat.
» Do not expose the EPG to excessively hot or cold conditions, including leaving the EPG in
your car or outdoors for extended periods of time.
» If the EPG is to be stored for a period of time, be careful that the storage temperature is not
less than -20°C (-4°F) or greater than 60°C (140°F).
General EPG Cleaning
• The EPG is not waterproof. Do not immerse the EPG in liquid or allow moisture to get inside
the case.
• If the EPG is dirty, clean the outside with a slightly damp cloth. Do not clean the EPG with
bleach, nail polish remover, or similar substances.
Cleaning the EPG After Use
After using the EPG for intraoperative test stimulation, clean the EPG before giving it to a patient
for a stimulation trial. Also clean the EPG when a patient returns the EPG after a stimulation trial.
Follow your healthcare facility’s procedures in the cleaning of medical devices. If your healthcare
facility does not have a cleaning procedure:
1. Inspect the EPG for any dirt, debris or residue.
2. Clean the EPG, as appropriate, with hospital-grade isopropyl alcohol (IPA).
3. Before using the EPG, make sure it is clean and dry.
Cleaning the EPG Battery Contacts
The EPG battery contacts may be cleaned periodically with a cotton swab dampened with alcohol.
Do not use a pencil eraser or sandpaper.