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7.2
Cleaning and Disinfecting the Doppler
Always keep the external surfaces clean and free of dirt and fl uids using a clean dry cloth.
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Wipe any fl uids from the surface of the product using a clean dry cloth.
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Wipe with a cloth dampened in 70% Isopropyl Alcohol.
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Completely dry with a clean, dry cloth.
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If the product has been contaminated use the methods described for probes.
7.3
Cleaning and Disinfecting Probes
Clean the probes before examining a patient using low risk cleaning method below.
Following patient examination, clean and/or disinfect the probes by the appropriate method based upon the level
of cross contamination risk, as defi ned below:
Risk
Defi nitions
Low
Normal use or low risk situations
include patients having intact
skin and no known infection.
Medium
The patient has a known
infection, skin is not intact, the
part is heavily soiled.
High
This procedure should only be
used when the part has been
contaminated by blood.
Caution
Repeated and unnecessary use of concentrated solutions will result in damage to the product. Do not
allow Sodium Hypochlorite solutions to come into contact with metal parts.
The use of disinfectant materials other than those listed is the responsibility of the user for their effi cacy and
compatibility with the device.
8.
Troubleshooting
This section lists some of the more common problems encountered during use together with possible causes. If
the problem cannot be located after consulting the table in this section, turn off the Doppler and consult a qualifi ed
technician. Before attempting trouble-shooting, verify that the batteries are charged.
SYMPTOM
Doppler will not turn on.
Audio Only
No Audio signal
Poor Signal
No Signal
Screen
displays:
Procedure
1. Remove soiling, wipe with a mild neutral detergent and
then wipe with a cloth dampened in water.
2. Completely dry with a clean cloth.
1. Follow low risk procedure then wipe with a cloth
dampened in Sodium Hypochlorite (1,000ppm).
2. After two minutes wipe with a cloth dampened in water
and then dry with a clean cloth.
1. Follow low risk procedure then wipe with a cloth
dampened in Sodium Hypochlorite (10,000ppm).
2. After two minutes wipe with a cloth dampened in water
and then dry with a clean cloth.
POSSIBLE CAUSE / REMEDY
Replace / recharge batteries.
Doppler model does not support visual functionality
Incorrect volume setting
Probe / sensor incorrectly positioned, or Insuffi cient Gel
Damaged probe / sensor, or Incorrect probe / sensor
Damaged probe / sensor, or No Probe
Incompatible probe / sensor, or Incorrect Probe / sensor
Incorrect battery fi tted