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Chapter 6: Troubleshooting and Maintenance
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Cleaning and Disinfecting Transducer Cables
The transducer cable can be disinfected using a recommended wipe or immersion disinfectant.
Before disinfecting, orient the cable to ensure that the transducer and system do not get immersed.
To clean and disinfect the transducer cable using the wipe method:
1
Remove any transducer sheath.
2
Clean the surface 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.
3
Rinse with water or wipe with water-dampened cloth, then wipe with a dry cloth.
4
Mix the disinfectant solution compatible with the transducer cable, 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.
7
Examine the transducer and cable for damage such as cracks, splitting, or fluid leaks.
If damage is evident, discontinue use of the transducer, and contact SonoSite or your local
representative.
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 device is dictated by the
type of tissue it will contact during use. Ensure the disinfectant type is appropriate
for the transducer cables. For information, see the disinfectant label instructions
and the recommendations of the Association for Professionals in Infection Control
and Epidemiology (APIC) and FDA.
Caution:
Attempting to disinfect a transducer cable using a method other than the one
included here can damage the transducer and void the warranty.