Cleaning and Disinfection
Post-Clean Inspection
GE Healthcare devices should be visually inspected and functionally tested after
cleaning and prior to disinfection for below items:
• Cleanliness.
• Damage, including but not limited to corrosion (rust, pitting), discoloration,
excessive scratches, flaking, cracks, and wear.
• Missing or worn part numbers.
• Proper functioning, including but not limited to the quality of ECGs; correct
movement of hinges, joints, box locks, handles, ratchets, and couplings; proper
alignment of jaws and teeth; and secure fastening of all locking mechanisms.
Do not use devices that are not functioning properly, that have unrecognizable
markings, that have missing or worn part numbers, or that are damaged.
Disassembled devices should be reassembled prior to disinfection unless otherwise
instructed.
Disinfect the Device and Trolley
Make sure that cleaning is carried out to remove all visible soil and organic matter.
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1.
Dispense fresh Super Sani-Cloth
®
Wipe(s) from the canister.
2.
Apply disinfectant to the entire surface using fresh wipes.
Treated surfaces must remain visibly wet for a minimum of three minutes. Use
additional fresh disinfectant wipes, if needed, to make sure continuous three
minutes contact time. Pay attention to the recessed areas and ridges; use a
cotton swab to press onto the wipe to moisten these areas.
3.
Remove disinfectant residue from the device by thoroughly wiping surfaces with
a disposable, lint free wipe moistened with 70% Isopropyl Alcohol (IPA) solution.
4.
Allow the device to air dry.
5.
Discard wipes to clinical waste.
Do not reuse wipes.
Clean and Disinfect Leadwires and Reusable Electrodes
CAUTION
:
IMPROPER FUNCTIONING - Leadwires and electrodes that are not functioning
properly could result in ECG distortion or failure.
Carefully inspect instruments between uses to verify proper functioning
Refer to the supplier's instructions for leadwire cleaning and disinfection.
Refer to the supplier's instructions for reusable electrode cleaning, disinfection, and
sterilization.
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