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KOSMOS User Guide
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Cleaning and disinfecting
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Check the expiration date on the bottle to ensure the disinfectant has not
expired. Mix or check that the disinfection chemicals have the concentration
recommended by the manufacturer (for example, a chemical strip test).
• Check that the temperature of the disinfectant is within the manufacturer’s
recommended limits.
Kosmos ECG patient cable
Cleaning
The following cleaning instructions must be followed for the Kosmos ECG
patient cable. The cable must be cleaned after each use. Cleaning the cable is an
essential step before effective disinfection.
Before cleaning the Kosmos ECG patient cable, read the following warnings and
cautions.
To clean the Kosmos ECG patient cable:
1.
After each use, disconnect the cable from Kosmos Torso.
2.
Remove any accessories attached to, or covering, the cable, such as electrode
pads.
Always disconnect the cable from Kosmos Torso before cleaning and
disinfecting.
After cleaning, you must disinfect the cable by following the appropriate
instructions.
Always wear protective eye wear and gloves when cleaning and
disinfecting any equipment.
Ensure cable insulation is intact before and after cleaning.
Use only EchoNous-recommended wipes and solution. Using a non-
recommended wipe can damage the cable.