Olympus MU-1, Instructions Manual

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Chapter 5 Care, Storage and Disposal
MAINTENANCE UNIT MU-1
Chapter 5 Care, Storage and Disposal
5.1 Care
• Use only dry gauze to wipe the Power Switch. Do not
moisten the gauze as this could cause the switches to fail, as
well as producing an electric shock.
• After wiping with a gauze moistened in liquid, dry the
Maintenance Unit thoroughly before using it again. If it is
used while still wet, there is risk of electrical shock.
• When performing care of the Maintenance Unit, always wear
appropriate personal protection equipment.
Blood, mucous and other infection material tuck on the
Maintenance Unit could pose an infection control risk.
• Do not steam sterilize (autoclave) or gas sterilize the
equipment, the Maintenance Unit will be damaged.
• Do not wipe the outside surface with hard or abrasive wiping
material. The surface will be scratched.
If the Maintenance Unit becomes soiled, perform the following cleaning
procedure immediately after use. Stains caused by organic substances solidify
after a certain amount of time has passed and are very difficult to clean. The
equipment should also be cleaned routinely.
1.
Turn the Maintenance Unit Power Switch OFF “ ” and disconnect the
Power Cord.
2.
Wipe the equipment using soft, lint-free cloth moistened with 70% ethyl or
isopropyl alcohol remove dust, dirt and non-patient debris.
3.
Should the equipment become soiled with blood or other potentially
infectious materials, first wipe off all gross debris using detergent and then
decontaminate the equipment a surface using lint-free cloth moistened with
70% ethyl or isopropyl alcohol. The equipment is compatible with 70% ethyl
or isopropyl alcohol.
4.
Confirm that the equipment is completely dry before use.