Edwards EV1000

Appendix E: System Care, Service and
Support
he EV1000 Clinical Platform NI contains no user-
serviceable parts, and should be repaired only by
qualified service representatives. It is recommended to
perform a yearly pressure calibration check and send
the EV1000 Clinical Platform NI to a qualified Edwards
Service Center for routine service and preventive mainte-
nance checks every two years. Contact your local Edwards
Lifesciences representative for more information.
This appendix provides instructions for cleaning the monitor
and system accessories and contains information on how to
contact your local Edwards representative for support and
information on maintenance, repair and/or replacement.
Cleaning the EV1000 Clinical
Platform NI
Clean any exposed surfaces of the EV1000 Clinical Platform
NI with a cloth dampened with any of the following cleansers
and disinfectants.
• 70% isopropyl alcohol solution
• 10% Sodium Hypochlorite water solution
Cleaning the Monitor and Pump-Unit
Use a lightly dampened cloth to clean the surface of the
monitor and Pump-Unit. If necessary, use the previously
specified disinfectants.
Cleaning the System Cables and Accessories
The system cables, pressure controller and Heart Reference
Sensor can be cleaned using the specified disinfectants previ-
ously mentioned. Sterile alcohol preps containing 70%
alcohol solution can also be used to clean the EV1000
Clinical Platform NI and other accessory cables.
 The Heart Reference Sensor is designed for limited re-use
with an expected useful life of 3 months given proper care
and handling.
1 Moisten a clean cloth with disinfectant and wipe the
surfaces.
2 Dry the surface with a clean dry cloth.
The Pressure Controller Band is intended for limited reuse.
The operator shall assess whether reuse is appropriate. When
reused, the cleaning and disinfectant agents can be use as
specified in Cleaning the EV1000 Clinical Platform NI.
WARNING
The EV1000 Clinical Platform NI, cables and sensors
contain no user-serviceable parts. Removing the cover
or any other disassembly will expose you to hazardous
voltages.
WARNING
Shock or fire hazard! Do not immerse the EV1000
monitor, Pump-Unit, Pressure Controller or Cables in
any liquid solution. Do not allow any fluids to enter the
instrument.
WARNING
DO NOT:
• Allow any liquid to come in contact with the power
connector
• Allow any liquid to penetrate connectors or
openings in the case
If any liquid does come in contact with any of the above
mentioned items, DO NOT attempt to operate the
platform. Disconnect power immediately and call your
Biomedical Department or local Edwards
Representative.
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CAUTION
Clean and store the instrument and accessories after
each use.
CAUTION
Lightly wipe the top, bottom and front surfaces with a
cloth, but the monitor screen and its accessories MUST
NOT have liquid poured or sprayed directly on them.
Do not expose the instrument to excessive moisture.
Excessive moisture can cause the device to perform
inaccurately or fail.
WARNING
Refer to cleaning instructions. Do not disinfect the
instrument by autoclave or gas sterilization.
CAUTION
Conduct periodic inspections of all cables for defects.
Do not coil cables tightly when storing.