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Monitors, Modules, Cables, Printers, and Docking Station
Cleaning/Disinfecting
Warnings:
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Use only recommended cleaning solutions, or you may void the
manufacturer’s warranty.
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Harsh chemical agents degrade plastics and compromise the safety of the
device. Some germicidal and other harsh cleaning compounds are known to
damage some plastics by weakening the structural integrity and
compromising the electrical insulating properties.
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Disconnect the equipment from the patient and the electrical supply before
cleaning.
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Do not allow liquid to enter the interior of the module or monitoring
equipment.
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Do not immerse the equipment or cables in water or cleaning solutions.
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Do not autoclave.
Caution:
Use caution when cleaning cable connectors so that liquid does not collect
around the electrical contacts or seep inside the connector. Trapped liquids and
surface residues provide an unintentional electrical path, which may cause
noisy signals and false alarms.
If liquid is spilled on the docking station, do not use the docking station. Contact
your service representative to check the equipment before using.
Note:
After cleaning ECG lead wires, remove the ECG lead wires from the lead block
and thoroughly dry them at the lead block ends and at the lead connector ends.
Thorough drying will prevent residual moisture from providing a low-current
path between leads, which can interfere with lead off detection and cause false
asystoles.
Use only the following recommended cleaning solutions:
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Mild soap and water solution
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U.S. Pharmacopoeia (USP) green soap
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Sodium hypochlorite solution (1:10 dilution of household chlorine bleach
in water)
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Phenolic germicidal detergent (1% aqueous solution)
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Glutaraldehyde (2.4%) (Cidex)
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Isopropyl alcohol (70% solution)
Caution:
Questions and concerns about cleaning issues should be directed to Spacelabs
Healthcare Technical Support.
