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Maintenance and Troubleshooting
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EchoNous Bladder & Vein User Guide
Battery maintenance
You cannot remove the EchoNous System display battery. Take precautions if the device is not used for long
periods of time. Before storing, fully charge the device. Turn the device off when placing in storage, and store at
ambient or cooler temperature. Take the device out of storage at least every six months and recharge the device.
Probe cleaning and disinfection
The batteries should be charged every six months at a minimum, even if
you are not using your device. When storing for greater than three days,
store at ambient or cooler temperature.
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Remove all particles and other matter from crevices and surfaces
when cleaning the System and components.
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The device is supplied unsterile.
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Clean and disinfect the transducer between patients.
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Before cleaning or disinfection, turn the System off and disconnect it
from the power supply.
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Always disconnect the USB cable from the display tablet before
cleaning and disinfection.
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After cleaning, you must disinfect the EchoNous Vein and EchoNous
Bladder probes by following the appropriate instructions.
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Always use protective eyewear and gloves when cleaning and
disinfecting any equipment.
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Before disinfection, clean the probe by following the appropriate
instructions to remove all gels, fluids, and particulates that may
interfere with the disinfection process.
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Do not submerge the probe, display unit, or power supply (charger)
as electric shock could result. The EchoNous Bladder and EchoNous
Vein probes are IPX4, which allows water splashing from all directions.
The display may have no protection against ingress of water. Refer to
the display user manual.
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Clean and disinfect the System before placing in a bag for transport.
Use the supplied EchoNous probe holder to store the probe. Clean
and disinfect the probe holder regularly.
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Use only EchoNous-recommended disinfectants. Using a non-
recommended disinfecting wipe can damage the probe and void the
warranty.
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When cleaning and disinfecting the probe, do not allow any fluid to
enter electrical connections or metal portions of the USB connector.
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Use abrasive cleaners, isopropyl alcohol or solvents sparingly and, if
used, immediately clean and remove residual substances from the
System.
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Do not heat sterilize any part of the system.