FujiFilm VisualSonics Vevo MD User Manual page 324

2 Obtain compatible high-level disinfecting materials. Compatible materials listed in
the table "Compatible high-level disinfectants for semi-critical contact"
previous page.
Caution: Ensure that you select the proper disinfectant according to your
transducer.
Cidex OPA is not compatible with any FUJIFILM SonoSite UHF transducer.
Use only FUJIFILM SonoSite recommended disinfectants listed in the table
"Compatible high-level disinfectants for semi-critical contact"
pageto avoid damage to the transducer.
3 Follow the information in the table
critical contact" on the previous page for solution strengths and soak times. Refer to
the disinfectant manufacturer's instructions for additional information.
4 Immerse the transducer into the high-level disinfectant solution. Refer to the table
"Compatible high-level disinfectants for semi-critical contact"
soak times. Ensure that the transducer connector remains out of the fluid. Ensure that
the scanhead and only 2 in (5 cm) are immersed. Refer to the figure below.
5 Rinse by soaking the area that was immersed, in sterile or clean water, according
to the disinfectant manufacturer's instructions. See the table
disinfectants for semi-critical contact"
soak times.
♦ For example, Cidex OPA recommends a minimum 1 minute soak repeated 3 times.
This requires either replacing the water three times or having 3 bins with fresh water.
6 Dry with a clean lint-free cloth, or allow to air dry completely.
324 Cleaning and disinfecting
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