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RVG 142, RVG 5200 and RVG 6200 Safety, Regulatory User Guide (SM847) Ed06
Hygiene and Disinfection
Cleaning the Sensor Head
WARNINGS:
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Disinfect the sensor head after each patient.
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Never place the sensor in an autoclave as this could result in serious damage to
the sensor.
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Do not use UV disinfection nor ultrasound cleaning as this could result in
serious damage to the sensor.
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Do not move the sensor using its cable when you remove the protective
hygienic sleeves.
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You must first clean the RVG sensor before disinfecting it.
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You must use the disinfectant according to the manufacturer instructions.
You must first clean the RVG sensor before disinfecting it. To do so, follow these steps:
1.
Remove the protective hygienic sleeves
.
2. Remove debris or organic matter from the sensor surfaces with a disposable wipe or surface
brush.
3. Inspect the sensor for debris. Repeat cleaning if there is any debris left.
4. Disinfect the sensor head with disinfecting wipes or soak it in a disinfecting solution with
intermediate-level hospital disinfectant with label claims of tuberculocidal activity (for
example: a chlorine containing product, a quaternary ammonium compound with alcohol, a
phenolics, an iodophors, an EPA-registered chlorine-base product).
You must follow the
manufacturer instructions for use
.
Cleaning the Sensor Cable
The cable must be cleaned with disposable disinfecting wipes with intermediate-level hospital
disinfectant with label claims of tuberculocidal activity.
Cleaning and Disinfecting Positioning Accessories
Positioning Accessories Daily Maintenance Tasks
Accessory
Maintenance Tasks
RVG Holder
Cleaning the RVG Holder
You must clean the RVG sensor holder before you disinfect it.
To clean the sensor holder, follow these steps:
1. Remove all debris and organic matter with a disposable wipe.
2. Rinse under running water.
3. Using a soft brush, scrub with warm taps water and soap or
detergent.
4. Rinse under running water.
5. Dry with compressed air or hygienic disposable cloth.
6. Visually inspect the RVG sensor holder for residual debris.
Repeat steps 1 to 5 if you see residual debris.