Specifications

IQmark Digital ECG Operation Manual

In case you experience signal disturbance, distortion or interruptions, stop the

procedure and localize the source of the problem and correct before continuing.

At the end of the procedure, gently disconnect the ECG clips from the electrodes.

o Do not remove the patient cable from the ECG module.

All cables should be stored in big loops. Tight coiling must be avoided. Also avoid

heat sources and direct sunlight.

Cleaning

Cables are supplied non-sterile and are reusable. For cleaning and disinfection the

following substances and procedures must be used:

Disconnect cable. Wipe plastic parts with a cloth moistened in lukewarm water with

alcohol-free neutral soap. Always wipe towards the patient connectors/ECG clips.

Proceed carefully as to not damage the cable through excessive stretching, bending

or kinking of the wires.

Remove the cleaning agent by wiping the cable with a cloth moistened in water.

Wipe or air dry before use.

Remove adhesive residues only with the alcohols listed below. Never use other

organic solvents (acetone or toluol will damage the cable jacket).

Disinfection

Clean cable before each disinfection as described above. Perform wipe disinfection

using products with the following substances as active ingredients:

Ethyl or Isopropyl alcohol 70 – 80%

Glutaraldehyde 2 % (pH 7.5 - 8) (e.g. Cidex

)

Quaternary ammonium compounds (e.g. Sanicloth HB wipes)

Remove the disinfectant immediately after the recommended contact time by wiping

the cable with a cloth moistened with water.

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CAUTION:

The ECG patient cable is not suitable for autoclave or UV sterilization!

Never immerse or soak the cable!

Prolonged alcohol exposure can negatively affect the mechanical properties of the

cable jacket.

N-propyl alcohol or sodium hypochlorite (bleach, Chlorox) should be avoided for the

disinfection of the cables!

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