Chapter 13 Cleaning, Care And Maintenance; General Points; Cleaning - EDAN SE-1200 Series User Manual

SE-1200 Series Electrocardiograph User Manual

Chapter 13 Cleaning, Care and Maintenance

Use only the EDAN-approved substances and methods listed in this chapter to clean or disinfect
your equipment. Warranty does not cover damage caused by using unapproved substances or
methods.
Edan Instruments has validated the cleaning and disinfection instructions provided in this User
Manual. It is the responsibility of the healthcare professional to ensure that the instructions are
followed so as to ensure adequate cleaning and disinfection.

13.1 General Points

Keep your electrocardiograph and accessories free of dust and dirt. To prevent the device from
damage, please follow the instructions:
Use only the recommended cleaning agents and disinfectants listed in this manual. Others
may cause damage (not covered by warranty), reduce product lifetime or cause safety
hazards.
Always dilute according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Unless otherwise specified, do not immerse any part of the equipment or any accessories in
liquid.
Do not pour liquid onto the equipment.
Do not allow liquid to enter the case.
Never use abrasive material (such as steel wool or silver polish).
Inspect the electrocardiograph and reusable accessories after they are cleaned and
disinfected.
If you spill liquid on the equipment or accessories, or they are accidentally immersed in
liquid, contact your service personnel or EDAN service engineer.

13.2 Cleaning

If the equipment or accessory has been in contact with the patient, then cleaning and disinfection
is required after each use.
The validated cleaning agents for cleaning the electrocardiograph and reusable accessories are:
Mild near neutral detergent
Ethanol (75%)
Isopropanol (70%)
Cleaning, Care and Maintenance
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