Acclarix LX9 Series Diagnostic Ultrasound System User Manual
Contact normally sterile tissue
Note:
LLD=Low-level Disinfection; HLD=High-level disinfection
The validated disinfectants for transducer are:
Cidex Glutaraldehyde(2.4%)
The disinfectants used for high level disinfection and sterilizationmentioned above are FDA-cleared.
1. Unplug the transducer from the system prior to cleaning or disinfecting.
2. To avoid infection, always use protective gloves when performing cleaning and disinfecting
procedures.
3. To avoid infection, ensure that expiration date of the disinfecting solution has not passed.
4. Please cleaning the transducer prior to disinfection.
Disinfecting by spraying or wiping:
1. Disconnect the transducer from the system.
2. Wear protective gloves to prevent infection.
3. Clean and dry the transducer according to the methods in section 6.3.1 Cleaning.
4. Prepare the disinfectant solution (75% ethanol or 70% isopropanol).
5. Spray the solution to the transducer interface or wipe it with a sterile cloth dampened with the
disinfectant solution. Follow the disinfectant manufacturer's recommended contact time and
mode.
6. Rinse the transducer according to the disinfectant instructions. Wipe the transducer with a dry
sterile cloth or leave the transducer to air dry.
7. Inspect the transducer to ensure that there is no damage.
Note:
If Ethanol or Isopropanol is used for both cleaning and disinfecting, then a new sterile cloth is required
for the disinfection step.
Disinfecting by Immersion:
1. Disconnect the transducer from the system.
2. Wear protective gloves to prevent infection.
3. Clean and dry the transducer according to the methods in section 6.3.1 Cleaning.
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