Product Manual

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STERILIZATION
To avoid damage to the equipment, sterilization is only recommended when stipulated
as necessary in the facility's maintenance schedule.
Use the following table to choose a sterilant.
Recommended Sterilant:
Component:
Ethylate Acetaldehyde
Monitor √ √
Ultrasound Transducer √ √
TOCO Transducer √ √
Caution: Many cleansers must be diluted before use. Follow the cleanser manufac-
turer’s directions carefully to avoid damaging the equipment.
Caution: Do not allow any liquid to enter the monitor, and do not immerse any
part of the monitor into any liquid.
Caution: Do not pour liquid onto the monitor during sterilization.
Caution: Use a clean, damp cloth to wipe up any agent remaining on the monitor.
DISINFECTION
To avoid damage to the equipment, disinfection is only recommended when stipulated
as necessary in the facility's maintenance schedule. Clean the disinfection facility rst.
Caution: Do not use Povodine®, Sagrotan®, Mucovit® or strong solvents.
Caution: Do not use strong oxidants, such as bleaching powder.
Caution: Do not use bleaching powder with sodium hypochlorite.
Caution: Do not use sterilant with iodide.
Caution: Many cleansers must be diluted before use. Follow the cleanser manufac-
turer’s directions carefully to avoid damaging the equipment.
Caution: Do not use EtO gas or formaldehyde to disinfect the monitor, transducer,
or cable.
Caution: Do not autoclave or heat the transducers or cables.
Caution: Check carefully after cleaning, sterilization, or disinfection of monitor
and accessories. If aging and/or damage are found, replace component before use.
Note: For details about the effectiveness of controlling infectious disease using these
chemical agents, please contact infectious disease experts in your facility.