FujiFilm Sonosite TEE Series Care Manual

TEE Transducer Care

WARNINGS
Be sure to use the appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) whenever necessary.
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DO NOT skip any steps or abbreviate the cleaning process in any way.
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Cautions
DO NOT allow bodily fluids to dry on the transducer. Always clean the transducer immediately after use.
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DO NOT bend the endoscopic shaft smaller than a 20 cm (8 inch) curve.
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DO NOT use unapproved cleaning agents such as alcohol or bleach (for example: Sani-Cloth) as these can damage the
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transducer and void the warranty. For more information about approved cleaners and disinfectants, see
support/cleaners-disinfectants.
DO NOT spray or immerse the controls, the cord, or the connector with any fluid. Be careful to prevent moisture from getting
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on the connector.
DO NOT soak the transducer longer than recommended by the chemical manufacturer. Follow the manufacturer's
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recommendations for concentration, temperature, and duration.
Connector

Preventing damage

S 1
TEP
ALWAYS use a bite guard.
Remove any dentures before placing the
bite guard in the patient's mouth.

Cleaning

S 2
TEP
DO NOT
allow bodily fluids to
dry on the transducer.
Remove all visible
biological material by
wiping the entire
transducer, except the connector, with a
cloth or wipe moistened with water.
S 3
TEP
Place up to
90 cm of the
endoscopic shaft in an
approved cleaner.
Make sure the
controller cannot fall
into the solution. CHECK the expiration date
of the cleaner, and follow ALL chemical
manufacturer's instructions for soak time and
temperature.
Refer to the following diagram when caring for your transducer
Cannot be submerged
Cable
Controller
For a list of approved cleaners and disinfectants, refer to the cleaners and disinfection
tool available at www.sonosite.com/support/cleaners-disinfectants.
S 4
TEP
During the
soak:
A Scrub the shaft for at
least 3 min using a soft
brush or single-use
endoscopic sponge
moistened with cleaner.
B Wipe the controller
and cable with a clean,
non-linting cloth or
single-use endoscopic
sponge moistened with
cleaner. Remove
cleaner by wiping again
with a fresh cloth or sponge moistened with
clean water.
Can be submerged
Endoscopic shaft Scan head
90 cm
S 5
TEP
Rinse the
shaft for at least 3 min
in a large volume of
clean, lukewarm water
(for example, 8 L).
Inspect the transducer
for any remaining biological material.
S 6
TEP
Dry the
transducer with a
clean, non-linting
towel. Examine the
transducer and cable
for any cracks. DO
NOT use the transducer if any damage is
found.
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