Thermal Paper Storage - GE Medical Systems Dash 2000 Operator's Manual

Thermal Paper Storage

Revision C
To avoid deterioration or fading of traces, follow these precautions:
NOTE: These precautions apply to both unused paper as well as paper
that has already been run through the writer.
Store in cool, dark locations. Temperature must be below 80°F (27°C).
Relative humidity must be between 40% and 65%.
Avoid exposure to bright light or ultraviolet sources such as sunlight,
fluorescent, and similar lighting which causes yellowing of paper and fading
of tracings.
DO NOT STORE THERMAL PAPER WITH ANY OF THE FOLLOWING:
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carbon and carbonless forms.
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non-thermal chart papers or any other products containing tributyl
phosphate, dibutyl phthalate, or any other organic solvents. Many
medical and industrial charts contain these chemicals.
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document protectors, envelopes, and sheet separators containing
polyvinyl chloride or other vinyl chlorides.
AVOID CONTACT WITH: cleaning fluids and solvents such as alcohols,
ketones, esters, ether, etc.
DO NOT USE: mounting forms, pressure-sensitive tapes or labels
containing solvent-based adhesives.
To assure MAXIMUM TRACE IMAGE LIFE, thermal paper should be stored
separately in: manilla folders, polyester or polyimide protectors.
Plastic document protectors, envelopes, or sheet separators made of
polystyrene, polypropylene, or polyethylene will not degrade thermal traces in
themselves. However, these materials afford no protection against fading from
external causes.
Use only mounting forms and pressure-sensitive tapes made with starch or
water-based adhesives.
Paper manufacturers advise us that these thermal products should retain their
traces when properly imaged and stored for about 3-5 years. If your retention
requirements exceed these guidelines, we recommend you consider alternate
image storage techniques.
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