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Notes for operators and responsible maintenance personnel

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Please read through this Instruction Manual carefully prior to use.

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Transvaginal Electronic Convex Probe

UST-9124

Instruction Manual

MN1-1162  Rev.21

Summary of Contents for UST-9124

Page 1: ...gh this Instruction Manual carefully prior to use Keep this Instruction Manual together with the ultrasound diagnostic instru ment for any future reference Hitachi Ltd 2013 2017 All rights reserved Transvaginal Electronic Convex Probe UST 9124 Instruction Manual MN1 1162 Rev 21 ...

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Page 3: ...that can occur when failing to observe the displayed safety information are indicated in four levels Danger Warning Caution and Note Danger Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury to the operator or patient Warning Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury to the operator ...

Page 4: ...pment 14 3 Preparations for Use 3 1 Startup check 15 3 1 1 Visual check 15 3 1 2 Verification of cleaning disinfection and sterilization 15 3 1 3 Verification of operation 15 4 Usage 4 1 Operation 17 4 2 Mounting of rubber boot 18 4 3 Removal of rubber boot 19 4 4 Connecting to ultrasound diagnostic instrument 20 4 5 Removing from the ultrasound diagnostic instrument 21 4 6 Precautions when perfor...

Page 5: ...11 3 Liquid sterilization USA only 39 5 11 4 Autoclave sterilization 39 5 12 Storage 39 6 Storage 6 1 Actions before storing the probe 41 6 2 Environmental conditions for storage 41 7 Moving and Transporting 7 1 Moving and transporting 43 7 2 Preparing the probe and accessories for moving 43 7 3 Packing for transportation 43 7 4 Environmental conditions during transportation 43 8 Periodic Inspecti...

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Page 7: ... Danger Warning Caution and Note Danger Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury to the operator or patient Warning Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury to the operator or patient Caution Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in mi...

Page 8: ...ct and sterilize it Wear medical gloves during examination Conducting examinations with the bare hands can expose the operator to a risk of infection Dispose the probe used for patients with Creutzfeldt Jakob disease Otherwise there is a risk of infection to the operator or patient Our ultrasound probe is not compatible with any disinfection sterilization method for Creutzfeldt Jakob disease When ...

Page 9: ...spection and safety tests of the ultrasound diagnostic instrument and probe If you use equipment for a long period of time it can reduce the performance or cause smoke or fire If anything unusual occurs immediately stop using it and contact one of our offices and or distributor s offices listed on the back cover Use move and transport the probe under the environmental conditions specified in this ...

Page 10: ...ium that is contaminated by a pathogen can cause an infection on the patient Do not use on patients who may have an allergic reaction to latex products Use of the rubber boot for these types of patients could result in anaphylactic shock Ask the patient about allergy history beforehand Caution Check the rubber boot for abnormalities before use Store the rubber boots in a cool dry location not expo...

Page 11: ...lean disinfect or sterilize using procedures other than those specified in this manual Infection could result due to incomplete cleaning disinfection and sterilization It can also result in damage to the probe or reduced performance The probe cannot withstand autoclave sterilization or boiling and other types of sterilization at temperatures exceeding 60 C 140 F Fordetailsontheusageconditionsofche...

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Page 13: ... warning sign Biohazard See section 5 Follow the instruction manual to operate this instrument If not avoided may result in injury property damage or the equipment trouble IPX7 Label 4 Examples Label 3 Examples Manufacturer Model Serial No This label may not be affixed depending on the destination 㻞㻙㻝㻢㻙㻝㻘㻌㻴㼕㼓㼍㼟㼔㼕㻙㼁㼑㼚㼛㻘㻌㼀㼍㼕㼠㼛㻙㼗㼡㻘㻌㼀㼛㼗㼥㼛㻘㻌 㻝㻝㻜㻙㻜㻜㻝㻡㻘㻌㻶㼍㼜㼍㼚㻌㻌㻌㼀㻱㻸㻌㻗㻤㻝㻙㻟㻙㻢㻞㻤㻠㻙㻟㻢㻢㻤 Country of manufacture ...

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Page 15: ...E in case of 2016 09 MANUFACTURER AUTHORISED REPRESENTATIVE IN EUROPEAN COMMUNITY This instrument complies with Directive 93 42 EEC relating to Medical Device and Directive 2011 65 EU relating to RoHS 2016 09 Hitachi Medical Systems GmbH Otto von Guericke Ring 3 D 65205 Wiesbaden Germany P 3258F ...

Page 16: ...tex RUBBER BOOT RB 945BP NS MADE IN JAPAN Rx Only Non sterile 10 pieces RUBBER BOOT RB 945BP NS LOT MADE IN JAPAN Rx Only Hitachi Medical Systems GmbH Otto von Guericke Ring 3 D 65205 Wiesbaden Germany Lot number Label for 10 pieces Rx Only By prescription only U S Federal Law restricts this device to sale on order of a physician only ...

Page 17: ...nic waves into the body part contacting the transducer or into liquid or other medium 2 The emitted ultrasonic waves are reflected by boundaries with different acoustic characteristics acoustic impedance within the body 3 The transducer is also used to receive reflected ultrasonic waves The transducer vibrates mechanically due to the received ultrasonic vibrations and uses an electro mechanical co...

Page 18: ...uency 3 0 to 8 5 MHz Cable length 2 5 m Weight 1 095 g Service life Three years Range of applied part As shown in the figure below Parts treated as applied parts As shown in the figure below IPX7 range As shown in the figure below External dimensions As shown in the figure below Unit mm Remarks The dimensions and weight are within 10 of the indicated values Cable length 1000 IPX7 range Range of at...

Page 19: ...rasound diagnostic instrument and probe Follow the instructions in section 4 4 Cable This cable propagates the ultrasonic signals that are sent and received The dimple corresponds to the front mark direction mark on the image display Ultrasonic irradiation area This incorporates an electronic convex transducer Caution Do not pull bend twist or apply excessive force to the cable The conductors may ...

Page 20: ...r or other corrosive substances Locations where chemical substances are stored or where gases are generated Storage in these locations can result in a breakdown or reduced performance Avoid rapid temperature change which may cause condensation Avoid using in locations where condensation or water droplets can form Condensation can occur when moving the probe from a cool location to a warm one Use w...

Page 21: ...isplayed frequency and check the image for errors Remarks For details on the displayed screens see the documentation supplied with the ultrasound diagnostic instrument If the probe is operated in still air brightness on the top of the image may be non uniform but this does not affect the performance of the probe Warning Be sure to preparations for use Using the probe without noticing an abnormal c...

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Page 23: ...rce than necessary can cause injury to the patient Scan for the minimum length of time necessary for the diagnosis and at the lowest suitable output There is the possibility that the patient s internal tissues could be affected For details about the acoustic output please refer to the documentation supplied with the ultrasound diagnostic instrument Do not touch the connector terminal pin of the pr...

Page 24: ... spread infection to the patient Do not apply unsterilized acoustic medium to the outer surface of the rubber boot Use of an acoustic medium that is contaminated by a pathogen can cause an infection on the patient Do not use on patients who may have an allergic reaction to latex products Use of the rubber boot for these types of patients could result in anaphylactic shock Ask the patient about all...

Page 25: ...robe 2 Dispose used tissue paper and rubber boots using infection prevention procedures based on the rules of your facility Caution Before disposing the equipment disinfect or take other infection prevention measures Disposal of the equipment without taking the proper preventative measures can lead to infection ...

Page 26: ...hat the connector pins are not bent 1 Turn the connector lock lever to align the mark on the lever with the RELEASE position 2 Firmly insert the connector into the probe connector on the ultrasound diagnostic instrument 3 Turn the lock lever clockwise by 1 4 turn until the mark is aligned with the LOCK position 4 Check that the connector is firmly inserted into the probe connector on the instrumen...

Page 27: ...tes The power switch is set to OFF The image displayed on the ultrasound diagnostic instrument is frozen 1 Turn the connector lock lever to align the mark on the lever with the RELEASE position 2 Firmly grasp the connector unit and pull it out from the probe connector of the ultrasound diagnostic instrument This completes the removal of the probe After use perform cleaning disinfection and sterili...

Page 28: ...ure guide tube coming off during puncturing or puncturing of an unintended body part causing injury to the patient For the compatible puncture needle sizes see the documentation supplied with the puncture guide tube Always use a straight needle Puncturing of an unintended body part can cause injury to the patient During the puncture operation display a suitable puncture guideline on the screen of ...

Page 29: ...al treatment 4 7 2 Handling the instrument Turn off the ultrasound diagnostic instrument remove its plug from the AC socket and sterilize if it is contaminated For details refer to the instruction manual for the ultrasound diagnostic instrument Caution Do not use a probe where a problem has been found Using a probe in an abnormal state can cause injury to the patient Contact one of our offices and...

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Page 31: ...cleaning disinfection and sterilization methods Model Refer the corresponded items in Chapter 5 3 5 5 5 6 5 8 and 5 11 Cleaning Disinfection Sterilization Waterproof cover MP 2790 Manual Automated 1 Manual Automated 1 EtO STERRAD Liquid 2 Autoclave STERIS UST 9124 A X X X X X Accessories Washing brush Size M L Ki 266 Size L L Ki 265 B X X X X X X Note X means Applicable 1 Automated Need waterproof...

Page 32: ...zation at temperatures exceeding 60 C 140 F For details on the usage conditions of chemicals and sterilization procedures refer to the documentation supplied with the respective chemical or sterilization equipment Infection can be resulted due to incomplete sterilization Wrong sterilization procedure could cause deterioration of the probe Caution Do not immerse the probe into any liquid beyond the...

Page 33: ... of equipment and its use The CDC Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in the USA and the RKI Robert Koch Institute in Germany classify medical devices according to their use For each classification they specify the level of disinfection sterilization processing that is required before use Table 3 summarizes this information Table 2 Classification Definition Processing Noncritical Applicatio...

Page 34: ...use Pre cleaning Containment and transportation Manual cleaning Automated cleaning Rinsing after manual cleaning Automated disinfection Manual disinfection Rinsing after manual disinfection Drying Maintenance inspection and testing Packaging Sterilization Drying NOTE Only the accessories are compatible with automated reprocessing according to the flowchart above ...

Page 35: ...rface of the accessory looks visually clean 2 Wipe the whole surface of the accessory by gauze pad 5 4 Containment and transportation Putting the contaminated equipment into exclusive shock and damage proof container for transportation is recommended It is recommended that instruments are reprocessed as soon as possible and not later than 4 hours after usage Caution Do not immerse the probe in any...

Page 36: ...ment gloves water repellent protective skirt face protection mask or protective glasses see also instructions of the manufacturer for the detergent and the disinfectant B Accessories 1 Detergent ENZOL Cidezyme Johnson Johnson 2258 or another cleaning agent with approved material compatibility for this medical device 2 Disinfectant Cidex OPA Johnson Johnson 20391 or another disinfectant with approv...

Page 37: ...t of the probe in a tray filled with deionized water tap water for 5 min 7 Visually check the outer surface of the probe for cleanness If necessary use magnifying glass for visually check If there is still soil visible repeat all above steps B Accessories 1 The temperature of the detergent solution should be between 15 30 C 59 86 F concentration is 1 6 Please note the minimum contact time of the d...

Page 38: ...t If necessary repeat the rinsing Caution Do not wipe the ultrasonic radiation part with alcohol Alcohol could damage the part B Accessories 1 Before immersing the equipment it is recommended to test the concentration of disinfectant solution before each usage The solution Cidex OPA is ready for use and does not need to be diluted Test strips to verify that the appropriate concentration of Cidex O...

Page 39: ...B Accessories The following items must be provided prior to automated cleaning and disinfection a Washer disinfector according to ISO 15883 with chemo thermal program temperature max 60 C 140 F b Detergent Korsolex Endo Cleaner Bode Chemie 972 020 c Disinfectant Korsolex Endo Disinfectant Bode Chemie 972 030 1 The parameters of the cleaning and disinfection of the device are as follows Program ste...

Page 40: ...ution 2 4 ADVANCED STERILIZATION PRODUCTS A Johnson Johnson company Division of Ethicon Inc Ortho phthalaldehyde CIDEX OPA Solution 0 55 Glutaral Cidex plus Glutaral STERIHYDE Practical liquid 2W V Maruishi Pharmaceutical Co Ltd Benzethonium chloride Hyamine Practical liquid 0 1W V DAIICHI SANKYO Co Ltd Didecyl dimethylammonium chloride Cleanisept Wipes Solution 7 5 Dr Schumacher GmbH Dimethyl dio...

Page 41: ...tion 2 65 Medical Chemical Corporation Glutaraldehyde STERANIOS Solution 2 0 Laboratoires ANIOS Glutaral Cidex plus Solution 3 4 ADVANCED STERILIZATION PRODUCTS A Johnson Johnson company Division of Ethicon Inc Note indicates that the marked disinfectant is not applicable in Canada Warning After disinfection thoroughly rinse the probe with deionized water Residual disinfectant can cause an adverse...

Page 42: ...owing items 1 the function of mechanical moving parts 2 the image performance when the probe is connected to the scanner 3 there are no abnormal exterior damages such as cracks on the surface of the equipment 4 Safety tests See section 8 1 5 10 Packaging Store the disinfected probe in a dustproof environment until next application Before sterilization it is necessary to pack all parts in a pouch s...

Page 43: ...ation of the sterilizer refer to the documentation supplied with the sterilizer Perform sterilization in the following conditions Gas Type 10 EO 90 HCFC Temperature 50 60 C 122 140 F Exposure Time More than 120 minutes Pressurization 162 200kPa Depressurization 13 8kPa Relative humidity 40 90 Aeration is minimum 12 hours RB 945BP NS Perform sterilization in the following conditions Gas Type 30 EO ...

Page 44: ...but this does not affect performance or safety Caution Do not sterilize the probe using the STERRAD system if the probe is not compatible with the STERRAD system STERRAD compatibility is shown by the STERRAD label on the con nector Perform STERRAD sterilization only for STERRAD compatible probes otherwise it can cause damage or deterioration to the probe Do not put the probe directly into the ster...

Page 45: ...aral Cidex plus Solution 3 4 ADVANCED STERILIZATION PRODUCTS A Johnson Johnson company Division of Ethicon Inc Note indicates that the marked sterilant is not applicable in Canada Warning After chemical sterilization thoroughly rinse the probe with sterile water Residual sterilant can cause an adverse reaction to the operator or patient 5 11 4 Autoclave sterilization A Probe Warning The probe cann...

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Page 47: ...for an extended period of time perform the procedures described in section 5 Cleaning disinfection and sterilization and then store it in its storage case 6 2 Environmental conditions for storage For details about the storage environmental conditions see section 2 5 2 Storage environmental conditions ...

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Page 49: ... for transportation Store in the storage case after performing the procedure in section 5 Cleaning disinfection and sterilization and then put the storage case in a cardboard box for additional protection 7 4 Environmental conditions during transportation Ambient temperature 10 C to 50 C 14 F to 122 F Relative humidity 10 to 90 Atmospheric pressure 700 hPa to 1060 hPa Note The probe is a precision...

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Page 51: ...lution beyond the IPX7 range provided in section 2 2 2 Test of patient leakage current caused by an external voltage on the patient connection of an F type applied part Using the measuring instruments which usable to the requirement of IEC 60601 1 2005 conduct the test as shown in Fig 16 of IEC 60601 1 2005 Soak the insertion portion and handle in saline solution and measure the leakage current be...

Page 52: ...ow gaps between them for confirming the resolution This enables you to check the level of detail that images can be viewed on the display For phantoms with no targets the resolution determines the fineness of the displayed textures The sensitivity can be determined by examining the luminance of ultrasonic images Other factors that affect the resolution include the type of connected probe gain focu...

Page 53: ...izes MP 2748 G14 for 14G needles MP 2748 G16 for 16G needles MP 2748 G17 for 17G needles MP 2748 G18 for 18G needles MP 2748 G19 for 19G needles MP 2748 G22 for 22G needles Washing brush L L Ki 265 for MP 2748 G14 Washing brush M L Ki 266 for MP 2748 G16 to G19 Puncture guide tube storage tray MP 2718 Puncture guide tube set MP 2748 SET Puncture guide tube MP 2748 G18 Washing brush M L Ki 266 Punc...

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Page 55: ...ntion measures Disposal of the equipment without taking the proper preventative measures can lead to infection Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment WEEE Directive The illustration on the right is required by the EU WEEE Directive to appear on all electrical and electronic equipment For proper disposal of this product in an EU nation contact an EU office or agency and observe appropriate local...

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