Madsen zodiac, Reference Manual

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17.4.1 Recommended cleaning agents
Caution
•
Use only the cleaning agents prescribed for cleaning the device.
For cleaning the device, we recommend that you only use non-alcohol-based disinfectant wipes (e.g. Audio wipe) or a
cloth dampened lightly with a recommended cleaning agent to ensure proper infection control and maximum lifetime of
the device.
The following chemical solutions are recommended:
Cabinet surface and probes
• Non-alcohol-based disinfectant wipes (e.g. Audio wipe)
• Ammonium compounds (e.g. dimethyl benzyl ammonium chloride), in concentrations no stronger than 0.1 %.
• Aldehyde solutions (e.g. glutaraldehyde),
• Oxidizing agents (e.g. Hydrogen peroxide in concentrations no stronger than 3%)
• Ortho-phthalaldehyde in concentrations no stronger than 0.6 %.
Caution
•
If plastic parts are soaked in a cleaning agent they will deteriorate.
17.4.2 Cleaning the device
Caution
•
Use only the cleaning agents prescribed for cleaning the device.
Procedure
Warning
•
Keep the unit away from liquids. Do not allow moisture inside the unit. Moisture inside the unit can
damage the instrument and it may result in a risk of electrical shock to the user or patient.
1. Clean the external surfaces of the device:
– Remove dust using a soft brush.
– Use a soft, slightly damp cloth with a small amount of cleaning agent to clean the external surfaces of the device
according to local infection control regulations.
See the list of recommended cleaning agents.
2. Make sure that you have cleaned all surfaces, edges and crevices thoroughly.
3. Reconnect the contralateral probe, if needed.
Cleaning under the dial
• If the device is a Zodiac Diagnostic or a Zodiac Clinical, use a thin cloth with a recommended cleaning agent to gently
the clean the area beneath it.
• If needed, use a screw driver (torq IP6) to carefully unscrew the screw fastening the dial.
Otometrics - MADSEN Zodiac 119
17 Service and maintenance