Olympus SC1, Instruction Manual

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6.1 Reprocessing
SC-1 INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Ch.6
CAUTION
• Do not apply spray-type medical agents directly to this instrument. Medical agents
will get inside the microphone or speaker, causing malfunction of this instrument.
• When patient debris enters a hole or gap of this instrument, contact Olympus
without disinfecting it. If you try to disinfect by force, the disinfectant solution will get
inside this instrument, causing fire and malfunction of this instrument.
• Substances such as acids, chlorine and chlorine dissipating solutions may damage
the housing, seals and/or display.
NOTE
• Do not reprocess the output socket and the AC mains power inlet. Reprocessing
them can deform or corrode the contacts, which could damage this instrument.
• Do not soak in water, autoclave, or gas sterilize this instrument. These methods will
damage this instrument.
• Clean and vacuum dust from the ventilation grilles using a vacuum cleaner, when
necessary. Otherwise, this instrument may break down and get damaged from
overheating.
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Detergent solution and disinfectant solution
Use a medical-grade detergent solution and disinfectant solution.
NOTE
Use the detergent solution and disinfectant solution cleared/approved by your
national regulatory agency.
Follow the detergent solution and disinfectant solution manufacturer’s instructions regarding
concentration, drying, temperature, contact time, use life, and expiration date.
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Signs of degradation from reprocessing
CAUTION
Improper reprocessing may significantly reduce the service life of the tablet.
Avoid the following
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Reprocessing without observing the instructions of the manufacturer.