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5.0 Cleaning and care
5.1
General information on cleaning and disinfection
Prior to cleaning
Medical microscopes like the ATMOS i View COLPO need to be fail-safe at all times. Therefore, we recommend prior to every use:
) The described actions relating to cleaning and disinfection
or sterilization do not substitute the relevant instructions that
must be adhered to prior to operation!
• All disinfectants used for the disinfection of the ATMOS i
View COLPO must be approved.
5.2 Cleaning the mechanical colposcope surface
All mechanical surfaces of the ATMOS i View COLPO must be wiped and disinfected after each application. Do not use aggressive
or abrasive cleansing agents.
Residues can be removed with a mixture made from equal parts of ethyl alcohol and distilled water to which a drop of standard
washing-up liquid is added.
If fluids have penetrated the ATMOS i View COLPO, it needs to be sent in and may only be used after being checked by a person
!
authorized by ATMOS.
Disconnect the power plug prior to cleaning and disinfecting the colposcope surface.
!
For sterile covering of the device, single-use sterilization drapes may be used. The sterilization drapes may only be used once. Affix
the cover loosely so that there is enough room left for the colposcope support and the unit. The drapes must be especially loose
around the hand grips, as the physician must be able to use the operating elements though the cover.
5.3 Cleaning of lenses/eyepieces
5.3.1
Cleaning optical surfaces
The multilayer T* coating of optical components (e.g., eyepieces, lenses) results in optimum image quality.
Image quality could be reduced even by the slightest contamination of the optics or by fingerprints. In order to protect the internal
optics from dust, the instrument should never be left without a safety cover, HD adapter, lens, binocular tube, or eyepiece installed
when it is not in use.
After use, the colposcope should be covered in order to protect it from dust. Always store lenses, eyepieces, and accessories that
are not being used in clean, dust-free cases.
The external surfaces of optical components should only be cleaned when required.
• Dust that has accumulated on the optical surfaces can be blown off or removed with a soft, clean brush.
5.3.2
Optical surface of the endoscope connection
The endoscope connection is protected against contamination and humidity by an end glass cover. For cleaning and care of this
glass plate, proceed in the same way as with the other optical surfaces of the ATMOS i View COLPO. This can be done by follow-
ing the instructions for cleaning optical surfaces.
On delivery, the endoscope connection is protected with a cover against contamination and humidity.
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if
necessary
) Always observe the concentration specifications and instruc-
tions by the respective manufacturer!
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