Cleaning The Carrying Pouch; Cleaning, Disinfecting, And Storing Ecg Cables; Cleaning Ecg Cables - GE SEER 1000 Operating Manual

Cleaning the Carrying Pouch

Clean the pouch by hand using a mild soap solution. Alternatively, you can
machine wash the pouch at 60°C (140°F).
Dry thoroughly before use. Do not spin dry.

Cleaning, Disinfecting, and Storing ECG Cables

In addition to keeping the system clean and in good repair, it is important
to keep the cables and leadwires clean and disinfected. This section pro-
vides instructions for cleaning, disinfecting, and storing ECG cables and
leadwires to extend their life and protect patients.
Proper cleaning and disinfecting prolongs the life of the cables and
leadwires. Failure to use the proper cleaning solutions or to follow the
proper procedures can result in the following:
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Cleaning ECG Cables

Use the following procedure to clean the cables and leadwires:
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Damage or corrosion
Diminished signal quality
Product discoloration
Metal part corrosion
Brittle wires and connectors
Reduced cables' and leadwires' life
Device malfunction
Voided warranty
Remove the cables and leadwires from the device before clean-
ing.
Wipe them with a cloth lightly moistened with a mild solution of
soap and water or with a 70% alcohol solution.
Dry the cables with a clean cloth or paper towel.
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