2.4
Cleaning
Main Unit
If required, this can be wiped with a soft cloth dampened with a
mild detergent, avoiding the connectors. Do not allow any fluid
to seep into the connectors. Do not allow any fluid to seep into
the unit.
Ensure the unit is completely dry before reconnecting to the
mains.
Ultrasound
Transducer
and FECG
Leg Plate
These should be cleaned by immersing in warm (50
o
C max.), mild
detergent solution, using a bottle brush if necessary. Do not
soak,or run under a tap. Rinse with clean water and dry
thoroughly before use.
F
Do
NOT
immerse connectors
Contractions
Transducer
(toco)
Wipe with a soft cloth dampened with a mild detergent solution,
avoiding the connector. Do not allow any fluid to seep into the
transducer. Dry thoroughly before use.
Belts
These may be hand-washed at 40
o
C max., using a mild detergent
solution. Rinse with clean water and dry thoroughly (without using
heat) before use.
Disinfection
Transducers and Leg Plate Only.
To assist with disinfection, wipe the transducers and leg plate
with a soft cloth dampened with sodium hypochlorite 1000ppm,
and wipe dry.
Please be sure to check your local infection control policies or
equipment cleaning procedures.
Issue: 2 DRAFT
5
Rev: a
614365
Caution
Phenolic or detergent based disinfectants containing cationic
surfactants, ammonia based compounds, or antiseptic solutions such as
Stericol or Hibiscrub should never be used on any part of the system as
permanent damage will result.
Caution
Switch the unit off and disconnect from the mains before cleaning
