5
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At least 3 minutes at 134 (-1/+4)°C or 273(-1.6/+7.4)°F
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The autoclaved devices must be used immediately after cooling down.
Follow the instruction for the autoclave that is used.
14.3 Cleaning
Instrument
The instrument is cleaned with a wet cloth. Any of the above disinfectants can be used. For use in environments requiring
sterility, the instrument should be covered with a sterile cover. Recommended covers are Probe Covers, for instance #DYNJE5900
by Medline or part #10040 by Medical Resources.
MulTipeg Driver and MulTipegs
The MulTipeg Driver and the MulTipeg should be cleaned with water with or without detergent, using a light brush. Any of the
above disinfectant fluids can be used. For use in environments requiring sterility, the MulTipeg Driver and MulTipeg should be
autoclaved before use according to the above instructions.
15. Lifetime
The lifetime of the instrument is determined by the number of charging cycles. The internal batteries can be fully charged more than
500 times before they need to be replaced. The instrument should not be left uncharged for more than 1 year.
The MulTipeg Driver is guaranteed for at least 100 autoclave cycles, and a MulTipeg is guaranteed for at least 20 autoclave cycles,
before they are degraded in any way.
16. Troubleshooting
16.1 Possible errors
Difficult to achieve a measurement:
In some cases it is more difficult for the instrument to bring the MulTipeg into vibration. If so, try to hold the instrument tip closer
to the tip of the peg. Check also that no soft-tissue is touching the peg which might stop its vibration.
Noise warning (audible and visible on the display):
An electric device close to the instrument is causing the warning. Try to remove the source.
The instrument suddenly turns off:
The instrument turns off automatically after 1 minute of inactivity. It also turns off if the battery level is too low, and due to any of
the error codes described below.
Not all segments are lit up when instrument is started:
The instrument is damaged and has to be sent for repair.
16.2 Error codes
If malfunctioning, these error codes are shown on the display before it turns off:
E1: Hardware error. Malfunctioning electronics
E2: Noise error. Shown if constant electromagnetic noise is present
E3: Pulse power error. Malfunctioning magnetic pulse generation
17. EMC
The instrument fulfils the requirements according to EN 60601-1-2 regarding emission and immunity. If sensitive electronic
equipment is affected by the instrument, try to increase the distance to such equipment. The charger should not be connected during
measurements.
18. Accessories & Spare Parts
Mains adapter EU
MulTipeg Driver
Penguin Sterile Cover
19. Service
In case of a malfunctioning instrument, the device should be sent to the manufacturer or distributor for repair or exchange.
Penguin RFA is covered by a two-year warranty.
The instrument must be used with a cover in all uses.
The instrument must be cleaned with a disinfectant
between patients.