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MN1-5241 Rev.21 Introduction This is an instruction for model UST-9133, an ultrasound probe. Read the manual carefully before using the instrument. Take special note of the items in section 1, "Safety Precautions". Keep this manual securely for future reference. The CE mark on the probe indicates that this probe is valid when it is connected to equipment bearing the CE mark that is specified as available in section 2 of this document.
MN1-5241 Rev. 21 1. Safety Precautions 1-1. Intended use This probe is intended for use by a doctor when placed into direct contact with human internal organs during surgery making ultrasonic observations. Caution Do not use this equipment for other than its intended purpose. Use for other purposes can cause burns or other injuries to the patient or operator.
MN1-5241 Rev. 21 1-2-1. Warnings and safety information Warning Follow the information in this manual and the documentation supplied with any equipment used together with this probe. Use that is not in accordance with the supplied documentation can result in a serious or moderate injury, equipment breakdown or physical damage that impairs operation.
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MN1-5241 Rev. 21 Caution Constantly check for anything abnormal about the patient’s condition and probe. Continued use without noticing that an abnormal condition has occurred can result in an electric shock and injury to the operator or patient. If an abnormal condition occurs, immediately move the probe away from the patient and stop use of the probe.
MN1-5241 Rev. 21 1-2-2. Cleaning, disinfection and sterilization precautions Warning Wear protective gloves and other protective gear during cleaning, disinfection and sterilization. Handling of the probe with your bare hands before disinfection or sterilization can result in an infection. After soaking in cleaning agents, thoroughly wash the probe with running water. Residual cleaning agents can cause an adverse reaction on the bodies of the operator or patient.
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MN1-5241 Rev. 21 Label 2 This instrument complies with Directive 93/42/EEC relating to Medical Device and Directive 2011/65/EU relating to RoHS. IPX7 IPX7 mark See section 2-2, “Specifications”. Type BF applied part Do not waste the instrument as general waste. Comply with a local regulation.
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MN1-5241 Rev. 21 (2) Storage case Label A Label B...
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MN1-5241 Rev. 21 Label A Model Serial No. Label B Hitachi Medical Systems GmbH Otto-von-Guericke-Ring 3 D-65205 Wiesbaden, Germany 2016-09 P-3258F This instrument complies with Directive 93/42/EEC relating to Medical Device and Directive 2011/65/EU relating to RoHS. DATE OF MANUFACTURE...
MN1-5241 Rev. 21 2. Specifications and Parts name 2-1. Principles of operation This probe and the ultrasound diagnostic instrument enable image diagnosis using ultrasonic waves. These instruments operate under the principles described below. (1) When an electric pulse signal is applied from the transmitter to the transducer of the probe, the transducer operates by converting electrical vibrations to mechanical vibration energy for emitting pulse-shaped ultrasonic waves into the body part contacting the transducer or into liquid or other medium.
MN1-5241 Rev. 21 2-2. Specifications Application regions: Intraoperative diagnosis Form of application to patient: Intraoperative Connectable instruments: SSD-3500, SSD-4000, SSD-α5, SSD-α10, F37 Prosound 6, Prosoundα6, Prosoundα7, Prosound F75 Field of view: 82° Frequency: 3.5MHz Cable length: 2.9 m Weight: 890 g Service life: Three years Range of applied part...
MN1-5241 Rev. 21 2-3. Performance For measurement tolerances, operating tolerances and other data, refer to the instruction manual for the ultrasound diagnostic instrument. 2-4. Name of each parts Probe tip This area is held during operation. Cable This cable propagates the ultrasonic signals that are sent and received.
MN1-5241 Rev. 21 2-5. Environmental conditions Use and store the probe under the following conditions. 2-5-1. Operating environmental conditions Ambient temperature: 10°C to 40°C 50°F to 104°F Relative humidity: 30% to 75% Atmospheric pressure: 700 hPa to 1060 hPa Altitude: 3,000 m or less 2-5-2.
MN1-5241 Rev. 21 3. Preparations for Use 3-1. Start up check 3-1-1. Visual check Visually check the probe tip, ultrasonic irradiation area, cable and connector. If any holes, indentations, abrasion, cracks, deformation, looseness, discoloration or other abnormalities are found, do not use the equipment. 3-1-2.
MN1-5241 Rev. 21 4. Usage 4-1. Operation During surgery, the probe is in direct contact with the inner organs. An image of the region of interest is displayed on the monitor of the ultrasound diagnostic instrument. For details on displaying and adjusting the screens, see the documentation supplied with the ultrasound diagnostic instrument.
MN1-5241 Rev. 21 4-2. Connecting to the ultrasound diagnostic instrument The lock lever of the connector moves over the range shown in the figure at right. Align the ○ mark with the LOCK or RELEASE position and lock or release the probe connector.
MN1-5241 Rev. 21 4-3. Removing from the ultrasound diagnostic instrument The lock lever of the connector moves over the range shown in the figure at right. Align the ○ mark with the LOCK or RELEASE position and lock or release the probe connector.
MN1-5241 Rev. 21 4-4. Precautions when performing puncture operations Warning Carefully read the usage precautions in the documentation supplied with the puncture adapter. Be sure that the preparations for use are completed before using. Puncturing must be performed by a skilled doctor. Improper puncturing can injure the patient.
MN1-5241 Rev. 21 Warning Before using a needle cannula with the puncture adapter as a guide, first check that the cannula moves smoothly through the tube without causing any damage on the surface of the cannula and then operate with caution. If the cannula does not move smoothly or is forced to bend when inserted in or pulled out of the puncture adapter, it may damage the insulation membrane covering the cannula and may cause burns to the tissue exposed to the damaged area of the cannula.
Table 1. The detail of each method is described in Chapter 5-2. Table 1 Applicable cleaning, disinfection and sterilization methods Cleaning Disinfection Sterilization Model UST-9133 Note: X means “Applicable” : Automated Need waterproof cover : Liquid sterilization USA only -23-...
MN1-5241 Rev. 21 5-1. Precautions for cleaning, disinfection and sterilization The following warnings and cautions must be observed when cleaning, disinfecting and sterilizing the probe and accessories. Warning Wear protective gloves and other protective gear during cleaning, disinfection and sterilization. Handling of the probe with your bare hands before sterilization can result in an infection.
MN1-5241 Rev. 21 5-2. Reprocessing instruction according to ISO 17664 Take care about clean circumstances before using the probe on the next patients. If processors reprocess this equipment, refer to these instructions. Table 1 ・ The probe is delivered unsterile. Prior to the first use, reprocess the probe. ・...
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MN1-5241 Rev. 21 Flowchart of reprocessing process of this probe is as follows: Point of use (Pre-cleaning) Containment and transportation Manual cleaning Rinsing after manual cleaning Drying Manual disinfection Rinsing after manual disinfection Drying Maintenance, inspection and testing Packaging Sterilization -26-...
MN1-5241 Rev. 21 5-3. Point of use (Pre-cleaning) In the operating room after use of the probe Probe 1) Remove any accessories from the probe like biopsy adapters. 2) Flush patient’s blood or fluid by tap water directly after use until the surface looks visually clean. 3) Wipe the whole surface of the probe by gauze pad and remove superficial visible impurities until the surface looks visually clean.
MN1-5241 Rev. 21 5-5. Manual cleaning and disinfection Prepare following items before manual cleaning and disinfection. Probe 1) Detergent: ENZOL /Cidezyme (Johnson & Johnson, #2258) or another cleaning agent with approved ® ® material compatibility for this medical device. 2) Disinfectant: Cidex OPA (Johnson &...
MN1-5241 Rev. 21 5-5-2. Manual disinfection Probe 1) Before immersing the equipment, it is recommended to test the concentration of disinfectant solution before each usage. The solution Cidex OPA is ready for use and does not need to be diluted. ®...
MN1-5241 Rev. 21 5-7. Applicable cleaners and disinfectants / Suppliers List The applicable chemical solutions are listed below. General name Trade name Manufacturer ® ADVANCED STERILIZATION PRODUCTS ENZOL /Cidezyme ® ® Enzyme cleaning agent A Johnson & Johnson company Practical liquid 0.8V/V% Division of Ethicon, Inc.
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MN1-5241 Rev. 21 High-level disinfection General name Trade name Manufacturer PERASAFE Hydrogen peroxide ANTEC INTERNATIONAL Practical liquid 1.62W/V% Acecide ® Peracetic acid Saraya Co., Ltd. Solution 6% ® WAVICIDE -01 * Glutaraldehyde Medical Chemical Corporation Solution 2.65% STERANIOS * Glutaraldehyde Laboratoires ANIOS Solution 2.0% ®...
MN1-5241 Rev. 21 5-8. Drying Probe 1) Wipe the probe with single use, fluff free wipe or towel for removing moisture on the surface of the equipment. 2) If using drying heater for medical equipment, the temperature limit is a maximum of 60 °C [140 °F]. Dry until no visible moisture is left.
MN1-5241 Rev. 21 5-11. Sterilization See “Table 1. Applicable cleaning disinfection and sterilization methods” for available sterilization methods Follow the instructions of the sterilizer manufacturer regarding usage, temperature and sterilization-time etc. Handling and maximum input to chamber of sterilizer should be according to operation manual of the sterilizer.
MN1-5241 Rev. 21 5-11-2. STERRAD sterilization ® Sterile conditions of applicable sterilization methods are as follows. The applicable gas is listed below. General name Trade name Manufacturer STERRAD ® ADVANCED STERILIZATION PRODUCTS ® Hydrogen peroxide Sterilization system A Johnson & Johnson company (58% density) (STERRAD 50, 100S, 200,...
MN1-5241 Rev. 21 6. Storage 6-1. Actions before storing the probe When the probe will not be used for an extended period of time, perform the procedures described in section 5 “Cleaning, disinfection and sterilization" and then store it in its storage case. 6-2.
MN1-5241 Rev. 21 7. Moving and Transporting 7-1. Moving and transporting In this section, moving refers to "carrying of the probe within a facility" and transporting refers to "transferring using a vehicle or sending the probe for repairs". 7-2. Preparing the probe and accessories for moving Store in the storage case after performing the procedure in section 5 “Cleaning, disinfection and sterilization".
MN1-5241 Rev. 21 8. Periodic Inspection 8-1. Safety tests The safety tests should be conducted at least once a year by a qualified technician. The test record should be stored for future reference. Remarks 1 Qualified technician: personnel for conducting safety tests of medical electrical equipment. If the user requires an appropriate qualified technician, service personnel trained by us can conduct a test at the user’s expense.
MN1-5241 Rev. 21 8-2. Testing of measurement tolerances Perform the measurements specified below using an ultrasonic phantom* at least once per year. The test record should be stored for future reference. • Sensitivity • Resolution Remarks Make a copy of the Measurement accuracy inspection data sheet provided in the instruction manual for the ultrasound diagnostic instrument.
MN1-5241 Rev. 21 10. Disposal of the Device Recycle or dispose this equipment properly in compliance with the Waste Management and Public Cleansing Law. Caution Before disposing the equipment, disinfect or take other infection-prevention measures. Disposal of the equipment without taking the proper preventative measures can lead to infection. Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive The illustration on the right is required by the EU WEEE Directive to appear on all electrical and electronic equipment.
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Hitachi, Ltd. 2-16-1, Higashi-Ueno, Taito-ku, Tokyo, 110-0015, Japan ■Contact +81-3-6284-3668 http://www.hitachi.com/businesses/healthcare/index.html Overseas Offices: Hitachi Medical Systems GmbH Otto-von-Guericke-Ring 3 D-65205 Wiesbaden, Germany EU Importer: Hitachi Medical Systems Europe Holding AG Address: Sumpfstrasse 13 CH-6300 Zug, Switzerland Distributor -46- MN1-5241 Rev.21 ’17.01.11...