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SP-2 User Guide
Art. No. 71022-0000 Welch Allyn Schiller ©2000
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Care & Maintenance
CAUTION:
ONLY THE DEVICE ITSELF CAN BE CLEANED - DO NOT ATTEMPT TO CLEAN
THE DISPOSABLE MOUTHPIECE.
DO NOT, UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES, IMMERSE THE UNIT INTO A
CLEANING LIQUID OR STERILIZE WITH HOT WATER, STEAM, OR AIR.
Cleaning the Unit
The unit can be cleaned with a soft damp cloth on the surface only. A standard
hospital grade disinfectant may be used. Where necessary a domestic non-caustic
cleaner can be used for grease and finger marks.
Batteries
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Battery life for the two AA 1.5V alkaline batteries is 6 months under normal
use defined as 10 patient sessions per week.
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Check batteries at least once a month for corrosion.
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Remove batteries if the unit is going to be stored for more than a month.
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Dispose of batteries properly. Welch Allyn Schiller recommends that local
government recycling policy is followed.