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PADECG User Manual Cleaning, Care and Maintenance
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Chapter 6 Cleaning, Care and Maintenance
Use only the EDAN-approved substances and methods listed in this chapter to clean or disinfect
your equipment. Warranty does not cover damage caused by using unapproved substances or
methods.
Edan Instruments has validated the cleaning and disinfection instructions provided in this User
Manual. It is the responsibility of the healthcare professional to ensure that the instructions are
followed so as to ensure adequate cleaning and disinfection.
6.1 General Points
Keep your DX12(iOS) Transmitter and accessories free of dust and dirt. To prevent the device
from damage, please follow the instructions:
 Use only the recommended cleaning agents and disinfectants listed in this manual. Others
may cause damage (not covered by warranty), reduce product lifetime or cause safety
hazards.
 Always dilute according to the manufacturer's instructions.
 Unless otherwise specified, do not immerse any part of the equipment or any accessories in
liquid.
 Do not pour liquid onto the equipment.
 Do not allow liquid to enter the case.
 Never use abrasive material (such as steel wool or silver polish).
 Inspect the DX12(iOS) Transmitter and reusable accessories after they are cleaned and
disinfected.
CAUTION
If you spill liquid on the equipment or accessories, or they are accidentally immersed in
liquid, contact your service personnel or EDAN service engineer.
6.2 Cleaning
If the equipment or accessory has been in contact with the patient, then cleaning is required after
each use.
The validated cleaning agents for cleaning the DX12(iOS) Transmitter and patient cable are:
 Mild near neutral detergent
 Ethanol (75%)
 Isopropanol (70%)
The validated cleaning agent for cleaning the reusable electrodes is:
 Mild near neutral detergent