User's Manual

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InnoSight Ultrasound System
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 Transducer Care and Operator Safety
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If a pre-mixed solution is used, be sure to observe the solution expiration date
Transducers must be cleaned after each use Cleaning the transducer is an essential step
before effective disinfection or sterilization Be sure to follow the manufacturer’s instructions
when using disinfectants
When sterilizing a transducer, ensure that the sterilant solution’s strength and duration of
contact are appropriate for sterilization Be sure to follow the manufacturer’s instructions
Follow the recommendations of the disinfectant manufacturer
Attempting to clean or disinfect a transducer, cable, or connector by using a method other than
the procedures provided here can damage the device and voids the warranty
Do not use a surgeon’s brush when cleaning transducersEven the use of soft brushes can
damage transducers
Do not use a brush on the transducer label
Do not use paper products or products that are abrasive when cleaning the transducerThey
damage the soft lens of the acoustic window of the transducer
During cleaning, disinfection, and sterilization, orient the connector and cable that must remain
dry higher than the wet parts, until all parts are dry This helps keep liquid from entering unsealed
areas of the transducer
When cleaning and disinfecting transducers, do not allow any fluid to enter electrical
connections or metal portions of the connector Damage due to fluids in these areas is not
covered by the warranty or your service contract
To keep fluids from entering the transducer, do not disconnect the cable from the transducer
during cleaning and disinfection
When using an enzymatic cleaner, be sure to use the proper concentration and rinse thoroughly
Before storing transducers, ensure that they are thoroughly dry If it is necessary to dry the
transducer lens or acoustic window after cleaning, use a soft cloth and a blotting motion, instead
of a wiping motion
Using non-recommended disinfectants, using incorrect solution strengths, or immersing a
transducer deeper or longer than recommended can damage or discolor the transducer and
void the transducer warranty
Use only liquid solutions to sterilize transducers Using autoclave, gas (EtO), or other methods
not approved by Philips will damage your transducer and void your warranty
Do not soak the transducer for extended periods of time Limit the time and depth that
transducers are soaked in disinfectant solution to the minimum time recommended by the
disinfectant manufacturer
For information on ordering transducer supplies, contact CIVCO Medical Solutions (See Supplies and
Accessories on page 3)