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Patient Monitor User Manual Care and Cleaning
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Chapter 25 Care and Cleaning
Use only the EDAN-approved substances and methods listed in this chapter to clean or disinfect
your equipment. Warranty does not cover damage caused by using unapproved substances or
methods.
EDAN makes no claims regarding the efficacy of the listed chemicals or methods as a means for
controlling infection. Consult your hospital’s Infection Control Officer or Epidemiologist for
control infection.
25.1 General Points
Keep your monitor, cables and accessories free of dust and dirt. To prevent the device from
damage, please follow the procedure:
Always dilute according to the manufacturer’s instructions or use lowest possible
concentration.
Do not immerse any part of the equipment or any accessories in liquid.
Do not pour liquid onto the system.
Never use bleach.
Do not allow liquid to enter the case.
Never use abrasive material (such as steel wool or silver polish).
CAUTION
If you spill liquid on the equipment, battery, or accessories, or they are accidentally
immersed in liquid, contact your service personnel or EDAN service engineer.
25.2 Cleaning
WARNING
Before cleaning the monitor or the sensor, make sure that the equipment is switched off
and disconnected from the power line.
25.2.1 Cleaning the Monitor
Regular cleaning of the monitor enclosure and the screen is strongly recommended.
The solutions recommended for monitor cleaning are: soft soap water, Tensides, Ethylate and
Acetaldehyde.
WARNING
1
Unplug the monitor from the AC power source and detach all accessories before
cleaning. Do not immerse the unit in water or allow liquids to enter the case.