Mindray DC-80A, Operator'S Manual

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1-10 Safety Precautions
10. Contact with improper gel or cleaner may result in damage to the
probe:
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DO NOT soak or saturate probes in a strong polar solution such
as ethanol, chloride of lime, ammonium chloride, acetone or
formaldehyde.
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DO NOT bring the probe into contact with solutions or ultrasound
gels containing oily mediums such as mineral oil or lanoline.
NOTE: Read the following precautions to prevent probe malfunction:
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Before connecting or disconnecting the probe, freeze or turn off the diagnostic
ultrasound system.
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Clean and disinfect the probe before and after each examination.
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After an examination, wipe the ultrasound gel off thoroughly. Failure to do so may
result in the ultrasound gel solidifying and the image quality being degraded.
Repeated disinfection will eventually damage the probe. Check the probe's
performance periodically.
1.5 Latex Alert
When choosing a probe sheath, it is recommended that you directly contact CIVCO for obtaining
information regarding probe sheaths, pricing, samples and local distribution. For CIVCO
information, please contact the following:
CIVCO Medical Instruments
Tel: 1-800-445-6741
www.civco.com
WARNING:
Allergic reactions in patients sensitive to latex (natural rubber) may
range from mild skin reactions (irritation) to fatal anaphylactic shock,
and may include difficulty breathing (wheezing), dizziness, shock,
swelling of the face, hives, sneezing, or itching of the eyes (FDA
Medical Alert on latex products, “Allergic Reactions to Latex-
containing Medical Devices”, issued on March 29, 1991).