Chapter 14: Quality Assurance and Maintenance
5495975-1EN Rev.9
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CAUTION
In the event of equipment contacting broken skin or being used with infected or
immune compromised patients, the equipment should be cleaned using EPA
cleared and EPA registered high-level disinfecting agents.
Note:
Be sure to follow the label instructions and pre-cautions for use, storage, and disposal of all disin-
fecting agents.
Detector Cleaning
All exterior surfaces—detector, tether, and grid—should be cleaned after each exam.
The detector and grid must be allowed to dry before use.
Do not leave disposable wipes or cleaning cloths on the detector or grid for more than 60 seconds.
Let the detector dry at least 60 seconds between cleanings.
The following chemicals and products have been tested and approved by GE for cleaning the GE detec-
tor, grid, and tether.
Bleach - 50% mix with water (5-8% household Bleach)
Glutaraldehyde <5%, Polyethylene Glycol <20% (tested as Cidex Plus 28)
Isopropyl Alcohol 70% concentration
Hydrogen Peroxide 15-40% concentration
User Service and Maintenance
GE x–ray equipment contains operating safeguards to ensure maximum safety. Before calling for service,
be certain proper operating procedures are being used.
This equipment should be cleaned frequently, particularly if corroding chemicals are present. Use a cloth
slightly moistened in warm, soapy water (use mild soap) to clean the trim, table top and operator’s con-
trols. Wipe with a cloth slightly moistened in clean water. Do not use cleaners or solvents of any kind as
they may dull the finish or blur the lettering.
CAUTION
Only trained and qualified service personnel should be permitted access to the
internal parts of the equipment. Be sure that the room disconnect is turned OFF
before opening access doors or removing enclosure panels.
Once a month inspect patient safety and support devices for signs of excessive wear, improper adjust-
ment, or other indications that adjustment, repair, or replacement is required. In case of doubt about
condition of this equipment, contact a GE Service representative.
