Novametrix Medical Systems MARS PO2 TECH 2001, Service Manual

Page: 42 / 85

Section 8
Maintenance Cleaning and Sterilization
36
Model 2001 Service Manual Rev. 01
Model 2001 Monitor
• Turn the monitor off and unplug the line cord from the AC power source before cleaning.
• The monitor can be cleaned and disinfected with solutions such as a 70% isopropyl
alcohol, 2% gluteraldehyde, or 10% bleach solution. Wipe down with a water dampened
clean cloth to rinse. Dry before use.
• Do not immerse the monitor.
• Do not attempt to sterilize the monitor.
SpO
2
Finger Sensor
• The sensor can be cleaned and disinfected with solutions such as a 70% isopropyl
alcohol, 2% gluteraldehyde, or 10% bleach solution. Wipe down with a water dampened
clean cloth to rinse. Dry before use.
• Make certain that the finger sensor window is clean and dry before reuse.
• Do not immerse the finger sensor.
• Do not attempt to sterilize the finger sensor.
• After cleaning the finger sensor, verify that the sensor is physically intact, with no broken
or frayed wires or damaged parts. Make certain that the connectors are clean and dry,
with no signs of contamination or corrosion. Do not use a broken or damaged sensor or
one with wet, contaminated or corroded connectors.
• Perform a “Quick Check” to verify the integrity of the sensor.
SpO
2
Y-Sensor
• Do not immerse connector on the Y-Sensor™.
• The Y-Sensor™ may be immersed—up to, but not including, the connector, in a 2%
gluteraldehyde solution, or 10% bleach solution. Refer to manufacturer’s instructions and
standard hospital protocols to determine recommended times for disinfection and
sterilization.
• Rinse thoroughly with water and dry before use (do not rinse the connector).
• Do not attempt to sterilize Y-Sensor™ except as stated above.
• After cleaning or sterilizing the Y-Sensor™, verify that the sensor is physically intact, with
no broken or frayed wires or damaged parts. Make certain that the connectors are clean
and dry, with no signs of contamination or corrosion. Do not use a broken or damaged
sensor or one with wet, contaminated, or corroded connectors.
• Perform a “Quick Check” to verify the integrity of the sensor.
SpO
2
Tapes and Foam Wraps
• Treat Y-Strip Tapes and foam wraps in accordance with hospital protocol for single-
patient use items.
Ear Clip
• Clean the ear clip with a cloth dampened with 70% isopropyl alcohol. After cleaning,
thoroughly wipe the ear clip with a clean water-dampened cloth.