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12.2. Cleaning
Before cleaning, switch the power off and disconnect the power cable from
the electrical outlet.
When cleaning the monitor, never splash it with or soak it in water.
The blood pressure monitor is not waterproof device. Do not splash water
on it and avoid exposure to moisture.
When disinfecting the monitor, never use an autoclave or gas sterilization
(EOG, formaldehyde gas, high concentration of ozone).
Never clean the monitor with solvents such as thinner or benzene.
Clean the monitor about once a month in the following manner based on
policies and procedures determined by the hospital.
When the main body or the arm cuff cover is dirty, wipe them fully by using gauze or cloth
dampened with warm water and a neutral detergent avoiding excess water.
To prevent a risk due to infection, disinfect the main body and the arm cuff cover regularly.
When disinfecting them, wipe them gently by using the gauze or dampened cloth with local
antiseptic solution then wipe the moisture off the surface by using a dry soft cloth.
The antiseptic solution should be used as a water solution by following a rule for notes for its
product at the dilution ratio. The following shows the example in which can be used as
antiseptic solution.
Example of useable antiseptic solution (Ingredient name)
Component Name
Benzalkonium chloride
Isopropanol
Ethanol
Check that the arm cuff cover is not damaged. If it is damaged, replace it.
For the replacement procedure, see "12.4. Replacing the arm cuff cover".
The arm cuff cover and cables are consumables.
If there are frequent measurement errors or measurement is not possible, these
items must be replaced.
Before ordering replacements, see "13. ACCESSORIES AND OPTIONS LIST".
Caution
Benzalkonium chloride 10% solution
70% in 1-propanol
Ethanol for disinfection 76.9 to 81.4 vol%
Note
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