neoBLUE
®
mini System User Manual
P/N 051440D
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6. Routine Cleaning and Maintenance
6.1
Checking the Light Intensity
It is recommended that the intensity of the light be checked per hospital protocol or at least
every six months.
Have a qualified technician test the intensity level and readjust the intensity
potentiometer to achieve the desired output, if required
Caution
: Only qualified personnel should perform service and repair. Use extreme
care when working with exposed circuitry.
6.2 Adjusting the Light Intensity
If the intensity of light falls to less than 30 µW/cm2/nm, the light may be readjusted to
increase its intensity. Refer to the neoBLUE mini device Service Manual for more
information.
Note:
The light will continue to operate with minimal degradation over time. Timing of
potentiometer adjustments is per hospital protocol.
Note
: The light has been calibrated with the Ohmeda BiliBlanket® Meter II to deliver a
peak intensity of 30-35 µW/cm2/nm at a 12 inch (30.5 cm) distance from the baby. Please
refer to section 9 of this manual or Tech Note, PN 051124 for information on other meters.
6.3 Cleaning
Warning!
Disconnect light from AC power before cleaning.
Remove dust from the exterior of the light with a soft brush or soft cloth dampened with
water. Sponge away remaining debris with a mild solution of detergent and water, a
noncaustic commercial cleaner, or hospital disinfectant.
Clean the lens with a soft cloth dampened with water. If water alone is ineffective in
removing fingerprints or other markings, use a mild solution of detergent and water, a
noncaustic commercial cleaner, or hospital disinfectant.
Caution:
Observe the following precautions:
•
Do not spray liquids directly onto the light, or allow them to seep into the interior.
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Do not use caustic or abrasive cleaners.
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Do not clean with alcohol, acetone, or other solvents.
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Never immerse the light or its component parts.
