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MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE
GENERAL MAINTENANCE INFORMATION
While the
A.T.S.
4000TS Tourniquet has been designed and manufactured to high industry standards, it is
recommended that regular inspection and calibration be performed to ensure continual safe and effective operation.
This section contains information to assist in the effort as well as serve as a guide to expediting unscheduled
maintenance.
WARNING:
No modifi cation of this equipment is allowed.
CAUTION:
The
A.T.S.
4000TS Tourniquet contains no user-serviceable parts inside. All internal parts
and components must be serviced by an authorized and qualifi ed biomedical engineer or other person
thoroughly familiar with electronic medical devices. Do not attempt to dismantle, modify or repair internal
components. When testing, it is the user’s responsibility to ensure that the appropriate and proper
measuring equipment is used. Improper or poorly maintained equipment may result in incorrect or
misleading results.
LOP SENSOR CLEANING AND DISINFECTING
Clean or disinfect the Limb Occlusion Pressure (LOP) sensor before attaching to a new patient.
Cleaning
Unplug the LOP sensor from the
A.T.S.
4000TS Tourniquet before cleaning. Clean the sensor and patient contact
surfaces with a soft cloth dampened (not dripping) in water or a mild detergent solution.
Disinfecting
Unplug the LOP sensor from the
A.T.S.
4000TS Tourniquet before disinfecting. Disinfect the sensor by wiping the
sensor and patient contact surfaces with disinfecting solution. Isopropyl alcohol is recommended as a disinfecting
solution.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
This manual includes a blank Test and Analysis form. This is provided at the back of this manual. This form may be
photocopied and used to document the visual, electrical safety and functional tests.
Cleaning
The exterior of the unit, including the touch screen, may be cleaned with a cloth that has been dampened (not
dripping) using a mild detergent solution with a neutral PH or isopropyl alcohol. The exterior of the cuff hose may be
cleaned using a mild detergent solution with a neutral PH or isopropyl alcohol. Reusable tourniquet cuffs should be
cleaned in accordance with their cuff package insert instructions.
External Visual Inspection
The unit should be inspected at regular intervals. It is recommended that a qualifi ed biomedical engineer or other
person thoroughly familiar with electronic medical devices within the healthcare organization perform a visual
inspection at least once every six months. Signifi cant inspection points are: External housing, touch screen, buttons,
pole clamp, missing/loose hardware, cuff ports, fuses (correct fuses used per labeling), labels (legible and complete).
The condition of the LOP sensor and power cord should also be carefully inspected. If any damage is discovered,
the system should be removed from service immediately along with all accessories and reported to the designated
individual responsible for equipment maintenance within the healthcare organization.
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