10 Clean the system to remove any visible gel, debris or bodily fluids.
♦ Wipe from clean areas to the soiled areas to avoid cross-contamination.
11 Verify that all gel, debris, and bodily fluids have been removed from the transducer
and system. If necessary, repeat Steps 9 and 10, with a new wipe.
12 Obtain a compatible disinfectant. Compatible disinfectant materials listed in the
table
Compatible cleaners and disinfectants
Caution:
Make sure the solution does not get into any of the connector ports.
Apply the disinfectant solution to the cloth rather than applying it directly to
surfaces if not using a wipe.
13 Disinfect the system by wiping all surfaces including:
clinical display (upper monitor)
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control panel (lower monitor)
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transducer and gel holders
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cable hooks
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grab bars
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all surfaces that may have been touched and/or contaminated
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14 Ensure the system stays wet with the disinfectant for the wet contact time listed
in the table
Compatible cleaners and disinfectants
reapplication to achieve the required wet time.
♦ For example, if you are using Sani-Cloth Bleach it has a wet contact time of 4
minutes. Wipe the entire system until thoroughly wet. If the system starts to dry
before the 4 minutes is reached, use a new wipe and re-wet the system. Continue the
process of re-wetting with a new wipe until a total wet time of 4 minutes is reached.
15 Allow the system to air dry in a clean, well ventilated space. Do not dry with a
cloth.
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