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Chapter 6: Troubleshooting and Maintenance
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To clean and disinfect the system surfaces:
1
Turn off the system.
2
Disconnect the system and the power supply or remove from the docking station or stand.
3
Clean the exterior surfaces using a soft cloth lightly dampened in a mild soap or detergent
cleaning solution to remove any particulate matter or body fluids.
Apply the solution to the cloth rather than the surface.
4
Mix the disinfectant solution compatible with the system, following disinfectant label
instructions for solution strengths and disinfectant contact duration.
5
Wipe surfaces with the disinfectant solution.
6
Air dry or towel dry with a clean cloth.
Cleaning and Disinfecting Transducers
To disinfect the transducer, use the immersion method or the wipe method. Immersible transducers
can be disinfected only if the product labeling of the compatible disinfectant you are using indicates
it can be used with an immersion method.
Warning:
To avoid injury, always use protective eyewear and gloves when performing
cleaning and disinfecting procedures.
To avoid infection, if a pre-mixed disinfection solution is used, observe the solution
expiration date, and ensure that the date has not passed.
To avoid infection, the level of disinfection required for a transducer is dictated by
the type of tissue it contacts during use. Ensure the solution strength and duration
of contact are appropriate for the equipment. For information, see the disinfectant
label instructions and the recommendations of the Association for Professionals in
Infection Control and Epidemiology (APIC) and FDA.
Caution:
Transducers must be cleaned after every use. Cleaning transducers is necessary
prior to effective disinfection. Ensure you follow the manufacturer's instructions
when using disinfectants.
Do not use a surgeon's brush when cleaning transducers. Even the use of soft
brushes can damage a transducer. Use a soft cloth.
Using a non-recommended cleaning or disinfection solution, incorrect solution
strength, or immersing a transducer deeper or for a longer period of time than
recommended can damage or discolor the transducer and void the transducer
warranty.