Cleaning the Oximeter
The Oximeter is designed to be cleaned and disinfected using wipes or towelettes designed for
that purpose. Refer to the product’s instructions for use and labeling for detailed information on
active ingredients and disinfecting claims.
Warnings:
To remove any chance of contamination between patients, the Oximeter and
Preamp cables should be cleaned after each case.
Do not, under any circumstances, perform any liquid cleaning of the Oximeter
or AC power cord while the Oximeter is being used to monitor a patient. The
Oximeter must be turned off, Sensors removed from the patient, and the AC
power cord disconnected before servicing or cleaning the Oximeter. There is a
risk of serious injury or death if this procedure is not followed.
Liquids must not be allowed to enter the device. There is a risk of electric shock
or device malfunction if liquids enter a device. Detach any USB drives before
cleaning. Caps and plugs for unused ports may be obtained from CASMED. A
USB Plug Kit (P/N 01-06-3020) is available from your CASMED distributor.
If the Oximeter or Preamp is accidentally wetted, take it out of operation. It must
be thoroughly dried (minimum 1 hour) and checked by a CASMED-authorized
service technician before it is used again.
Cautions:
Do not open the Oximeter to clean it.
Do not attempt to sterilize, gas sterilize, or autoclave the Oximeter or
accessories.
Do not use abrasive cleaners, isopropyl alcohol, or organic solvents for
cleaning. Use of these cleaners can cause damage, stiffness, and brittleness
to the Oximeter’s surface and to cables and wires.
Cleaning the Oximeter Case
The Oximeter surfaces may be disinfected wipes or towelettes designed for that purpose. When
all surfaces have been disinfected, wipe the entire surface of the Oximeter using a soft cloth
dampened with fresh water to remove any trace residue.
Cleaning the Display
Clean the Oximeter display using a soft, lint-free cloth sprayed with an alcohol-free glass cleaner.
The use of paper towels is not recommended as they may scratch the surface.
Thoroughly wipe off any excess cleaning solution.
Cleaning the Preamp Cables
The Preamp cables may be disinfected wipes or towelettes designed for that purpose. They may
be disconnected from the Oximeter or left in place and cleaned by wiping from the Oximeter end
down over the Preamp box towards the Sensor connections.
Warning:
If a Preamp cable should become grossly contaminated with blood or other
bodily fluids, it should be discarded to reduce the risk of contamination and
cross-infection.
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