User's Manual

Acclarix AX8 Diagnostic Ultrasound System User Manual Transducer
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 Isopropanol (70%)
 OPA (0.55%)
If Ethanol or Isopropanol is used for both cleaning and disinfecting, then a new cloth is required
for the disinfection step.
WARNING
1. Unplug the transducer from the system prior to cleaning or disinfecting.
2. To avoid infection, always use protective gloves when performing cleaning and
disinfecting procedures.
3. To avoid infection, ensure that expiration date of the disinfecting solution has not
passed.
To clean the transducers:
1. Disconnect the transducer from the system.
2. Wipe the patient contact area with a soft cloth dampened with the cleaning solution until no
visible contaminants remain.
3. Wipe off the cleaning solution with a fresh cloth or towel, dampened with tap water after
cleaning until no visible cleaning agent remains.
4. Wipe off with a dry cloth to remove residual moisture.
5. Leave the transducer to air dry.
NOTE：A single-use sheath should be used on E8-4Q transducer. Before cleaning the
transducer, remove the sheath gently and discard it. Put on a new single-use sheath
before using the transducer.
CAUTION
1. Always wear gloves to perform the following steps.
2. To minimize the disease transmission, use of legally marketed, sterile transducer and
sheath is strongly recommended for intra-cavitary and intra-operative procedures.
Legally marketed, sterile, pyrogen free transducer sheath is required to use for
neurological intra-operative procedures.
3. DO NOT use an expired transducer sheath. Check whether the term of validity has
expired prior to using transducer sheaths.
4. The single-use sheath should comply with the local regulations.
To install transducer sheath:
1. Place an adequate amount of sterile coupling gel on the acoustic window of the transducer;
2. Insert the transducer into the sheath;
3. Pull the sheath over the transducer and cable until the sheath is fully extended;
4. Secure the sheath using the bands or clips supplied with the sheath;
5. Check and eliminate bubbles between the face of the transducer and the sheath. Bubbles
between the face of transducer and the sheath may affect the ultrasound imaging.
6. Inspect the sheath to ensure that there are no damages (i.e. holes or tears).