When using cleaners or disinfectants, always wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE)
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recommended by the chemical manufacturer, such as eyewear and gloves.
Do not spray cleaners and disinfectants directly on surfaces or in the ports of the system, laser,
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transducer(s) or accessories. Doing so may cause damage and void the warranty.
When using a cleaner or disinfectant, always follow the manufacturer's recommendations.
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Cleaning and Disinfecting the Vevo F2 Imaging System
This section contains instructions on how to clean the ultrasound system. This includes the cart, monitor,
control panel, transducer holders, and cable hooks.
Note:
For information about compatible cleaners, compatible disinfectants, and
recommended soak times, refer to List of Compatible Cleaners and Disinfectants
on the previous page.
Before You Begin
Turn off the system by pressing the Power button.
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Turn off the main power switch located at the back of the system, at the base.
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Unplug the system to avoid electric shock.
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Remove the power cable from the system.
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Unplug the network cable, if connected.
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Disconnect and remove any transducers connected to the system.
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Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) recommended by the cleaning product
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manufacturer, such as eyewear and gloves.
Precautions
Only use approved cleaners and disinfectants at their recommended solution strengths. Using other
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products or incorrect solution strengths may damage the system and void the warranty. For more
information, refer to List of Compatible Cleaners and Disinfectants on the previous page.
Do not spray cleaners and disinfectants directly on surfaces or on the connectors of the system.
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Doing so may cause solutions to leak into the system, damaging it and voiding the warranty.
Wipe from clean areas to soiled areas to avoid cross-contamination.
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If using a solution instead of a wipe, apply the solution to a cloth and wipe with the cloth instead of
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spraying the solution directly on the system.
Do not wipe the transducer connector.
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Ensure that cleaning or disinfecting solution does not get into any of the connector ports.
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To Clean and Disinfect the Vevo F2
1. Using an approved cleaner, clean the system to remove any visible gel, debris, or fluids.
2. Verify that all gel, debris and animal fluids have been removed from the system. If necessary, clean
the system again with a new wipe.
3. Using an approved disinfectant, disinfect the system by wiping all surfaces that may have been
contaminated. This includes:
Maintenance
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