User's Manual

Clarius Ultrasound Scanner - HD3 Scanners Safety Topics
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Cleaners & Disinfectants
• Use only cleaners and disinfectants recommended by Clarius. Avoid acetone, Methyl ethyl
ketone (MEK), paint thinner, or other strong solvents and abrasive cleaners.
• Always use protective eyewear and gloves when cleaning and disinfecting equipment.
• Disinfectants are recommended based on their chemical compatibility (not their biological
effectiveness) with product materials. For the biological effectiveness of a disinfectant, see
the guidelines and recommendations of the disinfectant manufacturer, the U.S. Food and
Drug Administration, and the U.S. Centers for Disease Control.
• If a pre-mixed solution is used, check the expiry date.
• The level of disinfection required for a scanner is determined by the type of tissue it
contacts. Ensure the disinfectant is appropriate for the scanner and its application. Also,
read the disinfectant label instructions and the recommendations of the Association for
Professionals in Infection Control, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, and the U.S.
Centers for Disease Control.
• Clean the scanner after each use. This is an essential step before disinfection.
• When disinfecting the scanner, ensure that the solution's strength and duration of contact
are appropriate for disinfection.
• Selecting a non-recommended solution, using an incorrect solution strength, or immersing
a scanner deeper or longer than recommended can damage the scanner and will void
warranty.
• Follow the manufacturer's recommendations and instructions when using cleaners and
disinfectants.
Minimizing the Effects of Residual Disinfectant
If you use an OPA-based disinfectant, residual solution may remain on your scanners if you do
not carefully follow the manufacturer's instructions.
To minimize the effects from residual OPA, or any other disinfectant, Clarius recommends the
following:
• Follow the disinfectant manufacturer's instructions very carefully.
• Limit the time that scanners are soaked in the disinfectant solution to the minimum time
recommended by the disinfectant manufacturer.
Factors Affecting Disinfectant Efficacy
The following factors will affect the efficacy of a disinfectant solution:
• Number and location of microorganisms
• Innate resistance of microorganisms
• Concentration and potency of disinfectants
• Physical and chemical factors