Installation and setup
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Operator’s Manual PiCCO
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Version 3.1
10
Cleaning and Disinfection
For cleaning and disinfecting the PiCCO
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patient monitor only PULSION approved substances and methods
listed in this chapter may be used. PULSION makes no claims regarding the efficacy of the listed chemicals or
methods as a means of controlling infection. Please consult your hospital´s Infection Control Officer or
Epidemiologist.
10.1
General remarks
Keep the monitor, cables and accessories free of dust and dirt. After cleaning and disinfection, carefully check
the equipment.
Do not use the equipment if signs of deterioration or damage are visible. If you need to return any of the
equipment to PULSION, decontaminate it first.
10.2
Precautions
Please observe the following precautions:
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Do not sterilize the monitor, related products, accessories or supplies by steam, heat, radiation or
ETO unless otherwise indicated in the instructions for use accompanying the accessories and
supplies.
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Always dilute the used substances according to the manufacturer´s instructions or use the lowest
possible concentration.
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Take care that no liquid enters the PiCCO
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case.
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Do not allow cleaning or disinfecting agents to remain on any of the equipment surfaces. Remove
them immediately with a cloth dampened with water and dry with a clean cloth.
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Do not use abrasive material (e.g. steel wool or silver polish) or sharp objects (e.g. needles, paper
clips, etc.) to clean the PiCCO
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.
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Never use bleach.
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Before starting, turn off the PiCCO
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and disconnect the mains power connection cable from the
mains receptacle.
WARNING:
Do not reconnect the PiCCO
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to electrical power if liquid has entered the device. A
short circuit may damage the device and cause hazardous conditions for patient and user.
Allow disinfectants to evaporate for at least 15 minutes before the device is switched on again.
CAUTION:
Never place the cables in water or other cleaning solutions. The cables and
connections are not water-tight. Never sterilize the cables by radiation, steam or gas.
Do not use abrasive or sharp-edged tools to clean the optical module as this may damage or
destroy optical components.