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gel, lubricants and other materials may corrode probes and other parts of the device, for example
the keyboard. This may reduce the safety and effectiveness of the system and probes, and may
also reduce the life time of the systems and probes. Damages caused by such reason will not be
covered by the warranty.
DO NOT apply gel to the eyes. If there is gel contact to the eye, flush eye thoroughly with water.
Coupling gels should not contain the following ingredients as they are known to cause probe
damage:
 Methanol, ethanol, isopropanol, or any other alcohol-based product.
 Mineral oil
 Iodine
 Lotions
 Lanolin
 Aloe Vera
 Olive Oil
 Methyl or Ethyl Parabens (para hydroxybenzoic acid)
 Dimethyl silicone
9.2.4.3 Planned and Special Maintenance
The following maintenance plan is suggested for the system and probes to ensure optimum
operation and safety.
Daily: inspect the probes.
After each use: clean the probes disinfect the probes.
As necessary: inspect the probes, clean the probes, and disinfect the probes.
 Probe Covers
The transducer should be covered with a barrier. If the barriers used are condoms, these should
be nonlubricated and nonmedicated. Practitioners should be aware that condoms have been
shown to be less prone to leakage than commercial probe covers, and have a six-fold enhanced
AQL (acceptable quality level) when compared to standard examination gloves. They have an AQL
equal to that of surgical gloves. Users should be aware of latex-sensitivity issues and have