EDAN F6 User manual - 13.1 Maintenance

F Series Fetal & Maternal Monitor User Manual                        Maintenance and Cleaning 

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Chapter 13 Maintenance and Cleaning 

13.1 Maintenance 

13.1.1 Maintaining Inspection 

(1) Visual Inspection 

Prior to using the monitor 

or FTS-3 

every time, do the following inspections: 

‹  Check the monitor and accessories to see if there is any visible evidence of damage that 

may affect patient safety. Pay special attention to the cracks on the transducers and 

cables before immersing them into conductive fluid. 

‹  Check all the outer cables, power socket and power cables. 

‹  Check if the monitor functions properly. 

If any damage is detected, stop using the monitor 

or FTS-3 

on the patient. Replace the damage 

part(s) or contact the manufacturer for service before reusing it. 

(2) Routine Inspection 

The overall check of the monitor and the accessories, including safety check and function check, 

should be performed by qualified personnel every 6 to 12 months, and each time after service. 

The equipment should undergo periodic safety testing to ensure proper patient isolation from 

leakage currents. This should include leakage current measurement and insulation testing. The 

recommended testing interval is once a year or as specified in the institution’s test and inspection 

protocol. 

(3) Mechanical Inspection 

Make sure all exposed screws are tight. 

Check the external cables for splits, cracks or signs of twisting. 

Replace any cable that shows serious damage. 

Pay particular attention to the supply socket. 

WARNING

Failure on the part of the responsible individual hospital or institution employing the use 

of this equipment to implement a satisfactory maintenance schedule may cause undue 

equipment failure and possible health hazards. 

CAUTION

Besides the maintenance requirements recommended in this manual, comply with local 

regulations on maintenance and measurement.