AGFA Valory User Manual page 61

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WARNING:
To disinfect the device, use only disinfectants and
disinfection methods that are approved by Agfa and that
correspond to the national regulation and guidelines as well
as explosion protection.
Refer to the Agfa website for specifications on the disinfectants that have
been found compatible with the cover material of the device and can be
used on the outer surface of the device.
http://www.agfahealthcare.com/global/en/library/overview.jsp?
ID=41651138
If you plan to use other disinfectants, approval of Agfa is needed before
use, as most disinfectants can damage the device. UV disinfection is also
not allowed. Do not use any corrosive, soluble or gaseous disinfectants.
Consult the manufacturer's Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) and
recommendations on the product label for additional information prior to
use.
WARNING:
Using a disinfectant that can form an explosive or flammable
gas mixtures is hazard to life and health because of
explosion risk. Switch the equipment off before disinfecting.
Allow the gas mixture to evaporate before switching the x-
ray system back on.
a) Perform the disinfecting procedure following the instructions for use,
the disposal instructions and the safety instructions of the selected
disinfectants and tools and of the hospital.
Use of spray disinfection can cause malfunctions due to ingress of the
disinfectant into the equipment. Disinfect all parts of the unit,
including the accessories and connection cables by just wiping them.
Switch off the system and cover the cooled system carefully before
performing a room disinfection using nebuliser.
Items contaminated with blood or body fluids, which may contain
blood-borne pathogens, should be cleaned and then receive
intermediate level disinfection with a product having an EPA-
registered claim for activity against hepatitis B.
CAUTION:
Using unsuitable disinfectants can cause discoloration
and damage of the surface of the equipment. If a
functional degradation or malfunctioning of the product
is noticed due to disinfection, contact the medical device
manufacturer.
b) Wipe the exterior of the system with a dry low-linting cloth or a cloth
slightly moistened with water, to remove all disinfectant agent residue.
Let all surfaces dry.
c) Perform a visual inspection of the exterior of the system.
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