User's Manual

Table Of Contents
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 Inspecting the Transducer
InnoSight Ultrasound System
P6992-4, EN, 16/12/6
Latex Product Alert
Transducer covers may contain natural rubber latex Those covers may cause allergic reactions in
some individuals
For information on allergic reactions to latex-containing medical devices, see FDA Medical Alert on Latex
on page 21
Inspecting the Transducer
Inspect the transducer’s acoustic lens, outer cover, the cable, and the transducer connector before each
use Check the transducer carefully and see if there are cracks, cuts, or any other damages which may admit
fluids Do not use the transducer if it is damaged
If the transducer is dropped, examine it immediately for signs of damage Perform a sample scan to make
sure it operates correctly Contact Philips for service or replacement if any abnormalities are foundFor
more information on transducer care, refer to the Philips Transducer Care website:
wwwPhilipscom/transducercare
To avoid any possibilities of hurting the patient, check if the transducer has a smooth edge and an
even surface before each use
Transducer Care Methods
Transducer care methods are based on the use of the transducer For more information on transducer care,
refer to the Philips Transducer Care website:
wwwPhilipscom/transducercare
Care Methods by Transducer Use
Transducer Use Example Classification Care Method
Contact intact skin
Curved, linear, and
sector transducers
Noncritical Low-level disinfection
Contacts mucous
membranes
Endocavity transducer Semi-critical High-level disinfection
The care method for your transducer determines the appropriate disinfectant for your transducer
Transducer and Cable Cleaning
These general cleaning instructions are indicated for all supported transducers, cables, and connectors It
is important that you clean the transducer, cable, and connector according to the following procedures
Before cleaning a transducer, read Chapter 2 Safety Information on page 9 and Transducer Care and
Operator Safety on page 111After cleaning, you must disinfect or sterilize transducers by following the
appropriate procedures