Disinfecting Non-Tee Transducers By Immersion - Philips EPIQ 7 User Manual

Transducer Care
WARNING
Limit the time that transducers are soaked in the disinfectant solution to the minimum time
recommended by the disinfectant manufacturer (for example, the manufacturer of Cidex OPA
recommends a minimum of 12 minutes).

Disinfecting Non-TEE Transducers by Immersion

Before performing this procedure, read the warnings and cautions in
by Immersion" on page
of Residual Disinfectant" on page
Methods for disinfecting transesophageal (TEE) and non-TEE transducers differ. For TEE
transducers, see
Transducers with an AER" on page
1. Clean the transducer and cable according to the procedures in
Connector Cleaning" on page
2. Mix the disinfection solution compatible with your transducer (see
Cleaning Solutions Compatibility Table" on page
solution strength.
3. Immerse the transducer into the appropriate disinfectant for your transducer as shown in
the illustration. Follow the instructions on the disinfectant label for the duration of
transducer immersion. Do not immerse transducers longer than the minimum time needed
for your level of disinfection.
4. Using the instructions on the disinfectant label, rinse the transducer up to the point of
immersion, and then air dry or towel dry with a sterile cloth.
5. Examine the transducer for damage, such as cracks, splitting, fluid leaks, or sharp edges or
projections. If damage is evident, discontinue use of the transducer and contact your Philips
representative.
268
266, "Transducer Care Safety" on page
267.
"Disinfecting TEE Transducers by Immersion" on page 270
273.
258.
"Transducer Disinfection
255, and "Minimizing the Effects
or
"Transducer, Cable, and
"Disinfectants and
278) according to label instructions for
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Transducer Disinfection
"Disinfecting TEE