FujiFilm SonoSite Edge II User Manual page 19

1 Place the transducer in a clean, approved container.
WARNING To prevent cross-contamination or unprotected exposure of personnel to biological
material, containers used to transport contaminated transducers should carry an
ISO biohazard label similar to the following:
Caution Ensure the transducer is dry before placing it in a closed container. Condensation
from a damp transducer can damage the connector.
2 Transport the transducer in the container to the point of processing. Do not open the container until the
transducer is ready to be cleaned.
Caution Do not leave the transducer in a sealed container for long periods of time.
To transport a clean transducer
A clean transducer is one that has completed the cleaning and disinfection process, has been stored
properly, and is ready to be used in an examination.
1 Place the transducer in a clean, approved container. To identify the transducer as clean, containers used
to transport clean transducers should carry a cleanliness verification sticker or certificate.
2 Transport the transducer in the container to the point of use. Do not open the container until the
transducer is ready to be used.
To ship a transducer
WARNING Whenever possible, avoid shipping a contaminated transducer. Before shipping,
ensure the transducer has been cleaned and disinfected using the steps detailed in
this chapter or according to special instructions received from FUJIFILM SonoSite. If
you are returning the transducer to FUJIFILM SonoSite, document the disinfection
on a "Declaration of Cleanliness," and attach it to the packing list.
1 Place the transducer in the shipping container and seal it. Do not allow any part of the transducer to
protrude from the container.
2 Ship the transducer using the following precautions:
Clearly label the container as fragile.
Do not stack items on top of the shipping container.
Do not exceed the shipping temperature range: -35° C (-31° F) to +65° C (149° F).
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