HRT3 / HRT3 RCM Cleaning and Disinfection Quick Guide
Heidelberg Engineering recommends to clean the device after each use and disinfect the device
before and after each examination.
Where can I find instructions on how to clean/disinfect
my HRT3 / HRT3 RCM?
The HRT3 / HRT3 RCM Hardware Manual fully addresses the cleaning and
Disinfection of both optical and non-optical surfaces. Both Hardware
Manuals can be downloaded from our website:
https://business-lounge.heidelbergengineering.com/redirect/
service-support/user-manuals/
You will be forwarded to the Business Lounge login page. Please log in
with your Business Lounge user account to access the User Manuals page.
How should I clean/disinfect the optical surfaces
of my HRT3 / HRT3 RCM?
Important Note:
Always use special cleaning products for optics or pure alcohol, such as ethanol or
isopropanol, with a minimum alcohol level of 99%.
Never use cleaning products that contain methanol.
Never use cleaning tissues or disinfectant wipes to clean the lens.
Always use a microfiber cloth for cleaning.
Never apply pressure while wiping.
A scratched lens might lead to artifacts in images.
When the device is not in use, protect the objective with the objective cover, and
protect the device with the dust cover.
Remove the objective lens from the HRT3 / HRT3 RCM.
Remove particles of dust and/or dirt with an air bulb.
Clean the objective lens with gently circling movements using a dry microfiber cloth.
Disinfection:
To disinfect the optical surfaces, use isopropyl alcohol with an alcohol level of 70% or
ethanol with an alcohol level of 80%.
To ensure decontamination, follow appropriate infection control guidelines regarding
surface disinfectant contact times.
At the end of contact time, check whether remnants of the disinfectant are visible on the
optical surface.
If there are remnants of the disinfectant, clean the optical surface by
using a clean, dry microfiber cloth to clean the objective lens with gentle circular
movements.
trying to add a few drops of pure alcohol, such as ethanol, or isopropanol.
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