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3. Disconnect the power cord and Connector Interface Cable(s) from the Control
Unit.
4. Wipe the Control Unit and cables with:
o An approved cleaning and disinfection hospital wipe or
o A mild cleaning solution applied with a damp soft cloth followed by
application of a disinfection solution
Note: Carefully clean the connector ports. Do not use excessive amounts of
cleaning fluids. See table below for example cleaning and disinfection
products.
Up to 90% isopropyl alcohol
Super Sani‐Cloth
®
by PDI Healthcare
10% solution of bleach and water
Sani‐Cloth
®
Bleach by PDI Healthcare
5. Dry the Control Unit and Connector Interface Cable(s) as needed.
Storing the Control Unit
To store the Control Unit and the Connector Interface Cable(s), follow these guidelines:
1. Store the Control Unit at room temperature, in a well-ventilated area.
Store the Control Unit in an area of good ventilation and under
specified conditions. (See Specifications Section). Failure to
store the Control Unit as specified could result in equipment
failure leading to delay of ultrasound therapy.
Note: For more information about storage and operating specifications see
Specifications Section. Place Control Unit on a flat surface or attached to an
EKOS™ custom stand, or infusion stand, close to a wall outlet.
2. To maintain a fully charged battery, always connect the Control Unit to a
hospital-grade outlet when not in use.
After each use, the Control Unit should be plugged into a
hospital-grade outlet to ensure the battery is recharged fully.
Failure to plug in the AC power after use could result in the
battery not being fully charged and delay of ultrasound