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Mobil-O-Graph
®
, operating instructions, Rev. 5.1 10/2015, GmbH
5. Care and maintenance
To ensure lasting optimal functionality of your Mobil-O-Graph
®
, regular care and maintenance of the unit is nec-
essary.
Cleaning and disinfection
The user (doctor) decides, whether and when disinfection of the cuff sleeve is necessary
for reasons of hygiene (e.g. after each use).
For disinfecting the cuff sleeve, I.E.M. has successfully tested and recommends the fol-
lowing solutions:
1. Terralin Liquid (manufacturer: Schuelke & Mayr)
2. Isopropanol (70%)
Important:
It is vital to observe the manufacturer's instructions for the use of these
products. Always leave the solution to dry completely.
Avoid disinfecting the cuff bladder and connected rubber tube. Before disinfecting, take
the bladder and the tube carefully out of the cuff sleeve. The bladder and tube may be
damaged by disinfectants. Do not place the cuff sleeve in the disinfectant solution. This
might damage it.
To achieve the full effect, wet the cuff cover with the disinfectant for at least five minutes.
When using other disinfectants not recommended by I.E.M., the user is responsible for
proving harmless application. Never use disinfectants that leave a residue on the product
or which are unsuitable for use in contact with skin.
Caution:
Some patients have intolerances (e.g. allergies) to disinfectants or their
components. If you have such a patient or you are not sure, remove pos-
sible residues with careful washing. The cuff sleeve can be washed in
a washing machine at max. 30 °C using a mild washing powder (do not
spin). Do not use fabric soften ers or other aids (e.g. disinfectant rins-
es, textile deodorants). These solutions may leave residues and dam-
age the material. The cuff sleeve is not suitable for drying in a tumble dryer.
It is important to ensure that the disinfectant is washed off completely before
setting the cuff in place. Attention, there must be no residual disinfectant on the
blood pressure cuff before setting the cuff in place over 24 hours.
The Velcro must always be fastened before washing.
Bladder:
Wash the bladder only with lukewarm water, adding a mild cleaning solution if
necessary, and wipe off. Take care to ensure that no water enters the tube opening.
Monitor:
Clean the Mobil-O-Graph
®
only with a damp cotton cloth. Do not use corrosive
liquids or solvents. Take care to ensure that no water enters the device.
IMPORTANT:
If liquid does penetrate the unit, switch it off immediately and send it to I.E.M.
for testing.
Pouch:
Please clean the pouch only with a damp cotton cloth (do not use corrosive liq-
uids or solvents).
Service plan
Weekly
Check the printout carefully for:
■
Correctly entered times and intervals in accordance with the protocol
■
Times of day/night changeovers
■
Correctness of standard values (nocturnal reduction)
■
Battery voltage curve
Checking the battery voltage:
The fully charged batteries are installed in the monitor directly from the charging unit. The
battery voltage is shown in the LCD display of the ABP monitor shortly after switching on
the device, for approx. 3 sec. This voltage should be at least 2.75V to guarantee meas-
urement over 24 hours.