Cleaning And Disinfecting Transducers - FujiFilm SonoSite M-Turbo User Manual

Caution: Do not spray cleaners or
disinfectant directly on the system
surfaces. Doing so may cause
solution to leak into the system,
damaging the system and voiding
the warranty.
Do not use strong solvents such as
thinner or benzene, or abrasive
cleansers, since these will damage
the exterior surfaces.
Use only recommended cleaners or
disinfectants on system surfaces.
Immersion-type disinfectants are
not approved for use on system
surfaces.
When you clean the system, ensure
that the solution does not get
inside the system controls or the
battery compartment.
Do not scratch the LCD screen.
To clean the LCD screen
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Dampen a clean, non‐abrasive, cotton cloth
with an ethanolic‐based cleaner, and wipe the
screen clean.
Apply the cleaner to the cloth rather than the
surface of the screen.
To clean and disinfect system surfaces
1 Turn off the system.
2 Disconnect the system from the power supply,
or remove it from the mini‐dock or docking
system.
3 Clean the exterior surfaces using a soft cloth
lightly dampened in a mild soap or detergent
cleaning solution to remove any particulate
matter or body fluids.
Apply the solution to the cloth rather than the
surface.
4 Mix the disinfectant solution compatible with
the system, following disinfectant label
84 Maintenance
instructions for solution strengths and
disinfectant contact duration.
5 Wipe surfaces with the disinfectant solution.
6 Air dry or towel dry with a clean cloth.

Cleaning and disinfecting transducers

To disinfect the transducer, use the immersion
method or the wipe method. Follow the
instructions on the disinfectant label.
See Table 1, "Disinfectant Compatibility with
System and Transducers" on page 87.
WARNING: To avoid electrical shock, before
cleaning, disconnect the transducer
from the system.
To avoid injury, always use
protective eyewear and gloves
when performing cleaning and
disinfecting procedures.
To avoid infection, ensure that the
solution expiration date has not
passed.
Caution: Transducers must be cleaned after
every use. Cleaning transducers is
necessary prior to effective
disinfection. Ensure that you follow
the manufacturer's instructions
when using disinfectants.
Do not use a surgeon's brush when
cleaning transducers. Even the use
of soft brushes can damage a
transducer. Use a soft cloth.
Using a non-recommended
cleaning or disinfection solution,
incorrect solution strength, or
immersing a transducer deeper or
for a longer period of time than
recommended can damage or
discolor the transducer and void the
transducer warranty.