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SE-1200 Series Electrocardiograph User Manual Cleaning, Care and Maintenance
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Chapter 14 Cleaning, Care and Maintenance
CAUTION
1. Turn off the power before cleaning and disinfection. The mains supply must be
switched off if it is used.
2. Prevent the detergent from seeping into the equipment.
14.1 Cleaning
CAUTION
Any remainder of detergent should be removed from the unit and the patient cable after
cleaning.
14.1.1 Cleaning the Main Unit and the Patient Cable
To clean the electrocardiograph:
1. Unplug the AC power cord.
2. Wipe the external surfaces of the electrocardiograph with a soft cloth dampened in any of the
approved cleaning solutions listed below.
To clean the patient cable:
1. Dampen a soft cloth with one of the disinfectants or cleaning agents listed below.
2. Wring excess moisture from the cloth before cleaning.
Recommended Cleaning Solutions
♦ Mild soap and water
♦ 75% alcohol
14.1.2 Cleaning the Reusable Electrodes
To clean reusable electrodes:
1. Remove the remainder gel from the electrodes with a clean soft cloth first.
2. Take suction bulbs and metal cups of chest electrodes apart, and take clamps and metal parts
of limb electrodes apart.