Milestone MacroPATH Basic QX Series, Operator'S Manual

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MacroPATH and MacroPATH Basic QX Series MM161-001
– Operator Manual
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5. MAINTENANCE
5.1. MacroPATH cleaning up
The procedure described in this chapter must be performed on a daily basis.
For reasons of safety, any operation without the required personal protection equipment
is to be avoided.
MacroPATH decontamination is mandatory due to the biohazard, in view of the use of
fresh specimens.
5.2. Safety precautions
The personnel involved in decontamination of MacroPATH and optional parts (if any) must wear personal
protective equipment, specifically:
•
HI-RISK type single-use protection gloves (100% latex or equivalent material). Personal protection
system compliant with standard EN 374 and Directive 89/686/EEC.
•
Antibacterial mask for surgical/operating theatre use and white coat. Personal protection system
compliant with standard EN 149 Grade FFP3D and Directive 89/686/EEC.
5.2.1. PC Screen and Camera
During normal use the PC Panel may get soiled and should, therefore, be cleaned regularly.
Cleaning up agents: soap and detergents.
Cleaning up steps:
1.
Prepare agent as per the manufacturer’s instructions or hospital protocol,
2. Wipe the PC Panel with a clean cloth that has been moistened in the cleaning solution,
3. Clean thoroughly with a clean cloth.
DISCONNECT THE PLUG FROM THE SOCKET BEFORE STARTING THE CLEANING UP
PROCEDURE
Do not soak or rinse the PC, its peripherals or the camera.
Do not use abrasive cloths to clean the camera lenses.
Should you accidentally spill liquid on the device, disconnect the unit from the power
source.
Contact your clinical engineering service in relation to the safety of the unit before
operating it again.
Do not spray cleaning agents on the chassis.
Do not use disinfectants that contain phenol.
Do not autoclave or clean the PC Panel or its peripherals with strong aromatic,
chlorinated, ketone, ether or esther solvents (such as ethyl acetate or methyl palmitate),
sharp tools or abrasives.
Never soak electrical connectors in water or other liquids.