Chapter 28 Care And Cleaning; General Points; Cleaning - EDAN iM50 User Manual

Patient Monitor User Manual

Chapter 28 Care and Cleaning

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 included 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.

28.1 General Points

Keep your monitor, cables and accessories free of dust and dirt. To prevent the device from
damage, please follow the procedure:
Use only recommended cleaning substances 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 system.
Do not allow liquid to enter the case.
Never use abrasive material (such as steel wool or silver polish).
Inspect the monitor and reusable accessories after they are cleaned and disinfected.
If you spill liquid on the equipment, battery, or accessories, or they are accidentally
immersed in liquid, contact your service personnel or EDAN service engineer.

28.2 Cleaning

If the device or accessory has been in contact with the patient, then cleaning and disinfection is
required after every use. If there has been no patient contact and there is no visible contamination
then daily cleaning and disinfection is appropriate.
The validated cleaning agents for cleaning the monitor and reusable accessories are:
Mild near neutral detergent
Ethanol (75%)
Isopropanol (70%)
Cleaning agents should be applied and removed using a clean, soft, non-abrasive cloth or paper
towel.
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Care and Cleaning