getemed VitaGuard VG310, Operating Instructions Manual

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28 Safety
Before cleaning VitaGuard®, detach the cables from the monitor and
from the patient.
Do not under any circumstances use solvents like ether, acetone, or
benzene. These substances can cause malfunctions and attack the
housing plastic.
Also, do not use any cleaning agents containing abrasive substances
and no coarse brushes or hard objects.
VitaGuard® and accessories can be cleaned any number of times
when the recommended cleaning agents are used.
VitaGuard® and accessories must not be sterilized.
VitaGuard® and the cable plugs must not be immersed or otherwise
penetrated by liquid.
Cleaning the exterior is best done with a non-linting cloth moistened
slightly with water or a mild soap solution.
getemed AG recommends disinfecting the device with Virkon®,
available as a spray or wiping solution.
Patient cables can be cleaned with liquid Cable Care or with a 70%
alcohol solution. Baby oil has proved to be effective in removing
residue from adhesive strips.
The VitaGuard® bag can be washed by hand at 30 C. It must not be
put in the laundry dryer.
3.7.2 Checking and cleaning the battery terminals
Check the battery compartment every month for traces of leaking
and for deposits on the battery terminals indicating leaks. Contact
your authorized dealer and clarify further procedures when a bat-
tery starts to leak.
The battery compartment and how to replace the batteries are
explained in the section “Replacing batteries” on page 33.