B-K Medical Type 8661 User Manual - Cleaning and Disinfection

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8661 • Cleaning and Disinfection  

Caring for the Transducer

The transducer may be damaged during use or processing, so it must be checked before use 

for cracks or irregularities in the surface. It should also be checked thoroughly once a month 

following the procedure in Transducer Care, Cleaning & Safety.

Cleaning and Disinfection

To ensure the best results when using B-K Medical equipment, it is important to maintain 

a strict regular cleaning routine.

Full details of cleaning and disinfection procedures can be found in the Transducer Care, 

Cleaning & Safety booklet that accompanies this user guide. A list of disinfectants and dis-

infection methods that the transducer can withstand are listed in the Product Data sheet.

Sterile covers are available. See the Product Data sheet for more details. 

Caution 

Keep all plugs and sockets absolutely dry at all times.

Starting Scanning

All equipment must be cleaned and disinfected before use.

WARNING

If at any time the scanner malfunctions, or the image is severely distorted or degraded, or 

you suspect in any way that the scanner is not functioning correctly:

• Remove all transducers from contact with the patient.

• Turn off the scanner. Unplug the scanner from the wall and make sure it cannot be used 

until it has been checked. 

• Do not remove the scanner cover. 

• Contact your B-K Medical representative or hospital technician.

WARNING

Always keep the exposure level (the acoustic output level and the exposure time) as low as 

possible.

WARNING

Users of this equipment have an obligation and responsibility to provide the highest degree 

of infection control possible to patients, co-workers and themselves. To avoid cross contami-

nation, follow all infection control policies for personnel and equipment established for your 

office, department or hospital.