GE ApexPro Operator's Manual page 189

Disposal
Cleaning
2001989-200E
WARNING
PACKAGING DISPOSAL—Dispose of all packaging material,
observing all applicable waste control regulations and keeping out of
children's reach.
WARNING
DISPOSAL—At the end of its service life, the products described in
this manual, as well as its accessories, must be disposed of in
compliance with guidelines regulating the disposal of each product.
If you have any questions concerning disposal of a product, please
contact GE or its representatives.
All equipment should be cleaned on a regular basis. Comply with the policies of your
institution's infection control unit and/or biomed department. The decision to
disinfect or sterilize must be made per your institution's requirements with an
awareness of the effect on the integrity of the transmitter and leadwire.
WARNING
Disconnect AC-powered equipment from the power line before
cleaning or disinfecting its surface. Turn off the power to battery-
powered equipment before cleaning or disinfecting its surface.
WARNING
CONTAMINATED LEADWIRES— Contaminated leadwires may
cause infection. Always follow the skin preparation guidelines and
leadwire cleaning instructions provided in this manual.
WARNING
IMPROPER TRANSMITTER/LEADWIRE APPLICATION —
Applying a transmitter and/or leadwire that is not thoroughly dry to
a patient can result in an electrically conductive path being
established and a Leads Fail alarm not being provided if leadwires
come off the patient.
CAUTION
Never immerse devices, cables, or leadwires in any liquid.
ApexPro™
Maintenance
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