GE MAC 1600, Operator'S Manual

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Maintenance
2028451-182B MAC™ 1600 10-5
Disinfectant to Use
In accordance with the APIC Guidelines for Selection and Use of
Disinfectants (1996), use sodium hypochlorite (5.2% household bleach) to
disinfect the cables and leadwires.
Sodium hypochlorite can be in the form of a liquid or a wipe as long as it
falls within the following range:
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Minimum dilution of 1:500 (minimum of 100 ppm free chlorine)
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Maximum dilution of 1:10
Cleaning Materials To Avoid
DO NOT use the following materials to clean the cables or leadwires:
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Sani-Cloth® Wipes
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Ascepti® Wipes
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HB Quat®
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Clorox® Wipes
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Over-the-counter detergents (Fantastic®, Tilex®, etc.).
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Conductive solutions
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Solutions or products that contain any of the following:
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Abrasive cleaners or solvents
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Acetone
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Alcohol-based cleaning agents
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Ammonium Chloride
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Betadine
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Chlorides, wax, or wax compounds
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Ketone
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Sodium salts
Use of these materials or materials that contain similar active
ingredients and solutions could result in:
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Product discoloration,
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Metal part corrosion,
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Brittle wires and connectors,
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Reduced product life,
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Unit malfunction, and
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Void warranty.
Cautions
Observe the following cautions when cleaning cables and leadwires:
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Never immerse cables or leadwires in any liquid.
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Never pour or spray any liquid directly onto cables or leadwires
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Never permit fluid to seep into connections or openings.