OxyFlo Pro User Manual
Revision 1.1 | May 2015
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CAUTION
Avoid immersing the probe
connector
in any cleaning
solution.
Disinfection
OxyFlo Pro probes can be disinfected by immersion of the probe end and
cable in either 2% gluteraldehyde or in 70% alcohol (industrial methylated
spirit, IMS or isopropyl alcohol IPA) in water.
The disinfectant manufacturer’s recommended immersion times should be
used.
CAUTION
If the probe connector has been immersed in 70% alcohol
ensure that it is completely free of pockets of non-
evaporated alcohol prior to use.
Sterilization
OxyFlo Pro probes are not supplied sterile.
OxyFlo Pro probes are NOT capable of withstanding sterilisation by dry or
moist heat (autoclaving).
The materials and components used in OxyFlo Pro probes may be
compatible with ETO (ethylene oxide) gas, radiation and plasma sterilization
methods.
CAUTION
The effectiveness of ETO gas, radiation or plasma methods
for probe sterilization has not been validated.
CAUTION
It is the responsibility of the user to validate the sterility of
OxyFlo probes after sterilisation.
CAUTION
DO NOT attempt to autoclave, pressure sterilise, or expose
to radiation, any part of the monitor.
4.6
Disposal of Probes
After use, failure and/or expiry, please dispose of probes carefully and in
accordance with local and national biohazard regulations and guidelines.