Welch Allyn Hillrom H12+, User Manual

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MAINTENANCE
Cleaning and Disinfecting
This section describes the procedures for cleaning and disinfecting the H12+ and accessories.
WARNING: Follow these instructions to clean and disinfect the H12+ and its accessories.
Improper cleaning may cause damage that is not immediately apparent, leading to possible
safety hazards, device malfunction, and/or spread of infectious agents between persons.
Improper cleaning products and processes can damage the device, produce brittle lead wires
and cables, corrode the metal, and void the warranty. Use care and proper procedure
whenever cleaning or maintaining the device.
WARNING: Do not immerse the H12+ in water or any other fluids. The H12+ is not designed
to be immersed in liquid and doing so may result in liquid entering the device leading to possible
safety hazards and/or device malfunction.
CAUTION: Do not steam autoclave, gas sterilize, or irradiate the H12+ as these may result
in damage to the device.
WARNING: Ensure the battery door is securely in place when cleaning the H12+ to avoid
risk of liquid entering into the device which may lead to a possible hazard and/or device
malfunction.
Disinfecting Agents for the H12+
The H12+ is compatible with the following disinfectants:

Clorox Healthcare
®
Bleach Germicidal Wipes (use according to instructions on product label), or

a soft, lint-free cloth dampened with a solution of sodium hypochlorite (10% household
bleach and water solution) minimum 1:500 dilution (minimum 100 ppm free chlorine) and
maximum 1:10 dilution as recommended by the APIC Guidelines for Selection and Use of
Disinfectants.
CAUTION: Disinfecting or cleaning agents that contain Quaternary Ammonium Compounds
(Ammonium Chlorides) have been identified as having negative effects if used to disinfect the
product. Use of such agents may result in discoloration, cracking, and deterioration of the
external housing of the device.
To clean the H12+
1. Remove carry case and disconnect ECG cable from the device.
2. Disconnect power source by removing AA. Reinstall the battery door.
3. Thoroughly wipe the surface of the H12+ with a clean, lint-free cloth dampened with a
mild detergent and water for general cleaning or use one of the above recommended
agents for disinfection.
WARNING: Do not oversaturate the cleaning cloth. Liquid pooling on the device may enter
into the device possibly leading to a safety hazard and/or device malfunction.
4. Dry the device with a clean, soft, dry, lint-free cloth.