ZONARE Z.ONE, Руководство по обслуживанию

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17.3 Transducers
17.3.1 Cleaning – Care of Transducers
17.3.1.1 Approved disinfectants
Only disinfectants listed below are tested and approved for use on ZONARE transducers. No other
products should be used, as damage to the transducer may result.
•
Cidex
Figure 61: Approved Disinfectants Table
17.3.2 Cleaning – Disinfecting Procedures
There are two methods of cleaning and disinfection available for the
z.one
transducers.
•
For external-use transducers (CLA and LA), ZONARE recommends performing the “wipe
method” (described next) after each exam. In addition, ZONARE recommends performing the
immersion method disinfection weekly.
•
For internal probe (EV), ZONARE recommends performing the “immersion method”
disinfection after each exam.
The
z.one
transducers cannot be sterilized. When sterility is required, use a sterile transducer
cover/sheath and sterile ultrasound/coupling transducer gel. Follow all prescribed sterility techniques.
WARNING
To avoid electrical shock, prior to cleaning any transducer, fully disconnect it from the Scan
Engine. If cleaning of the transducer is being performed near the
z.one
, ZONARE also
recommends disconnecting the AC power from the SuperCart or miniCart..
CAUTIONS
Always use protective eyewear and clothing when cleaning or disinfecting the transducers. Do
not allow the disinfectant to come in contact with metal surfaces (transducer connector). Use a
soft cloth and warm soapy water to remove any disinfectant that remains on metal surfaces. If
using a brush, only use a very soft brush when cleaning transducers, because even a soft brush
may cause transducer damage. Use only a soft cloth
17.3.2.1 Wipe Method
1. Disconnect the transducer from the
z.one
.
2. Remove the transducer cover/sheath and discard.
3. Clean the surface of the transducer, using a soft cloth dampened with mild soap (or isopropyl
alcohol) to remove particulate, ultrasound coupling gel, or body fluids. Apply the cleaning
solution to the cloth, and then use to wipe down the transducer.
4. After cleaning, wipe the transducer again with a cloth soaked with clean water to remove
solution.