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5. Processing, Cleaning, and Disposal
The CORE 500™ is a multiple patient, multiple use device.
Processing between uses
The CORE 500™ should be suciently charged and disinfected between uses following instructions provided in this manual. The CORE 500™ does
not perform nor require periodic self-check maintenance activity to maintain functionality.
Ensure the CORE 500™ is within the specified Continuous operating conditions (section 2.7) prior to use.
There is no warm-up or cool-down period required between uses.
There are no known adverse eects of lint, dust, or direct sunlight on the functionality of CORE 500™. However, the device should be stored in a
clean location.
The device should be stored away from children and pets to prevent unintended tampering.
CORE 500™ should not be reused if:
• The device enclosure or attachment has visible damage.
• The device does not turn ON/OFF.
• The device cannot be suciently charged.
• The device exhibits acoustic or ECG issues.
• The device exhibits other operational anomalies.
• The device packaging has visible damage, contamination, unintentional opening or exposure to environment conditions outside of specification.
Cleaning
All external surfaces of the hardware can be cleaned with isopropyl alcohol wipes. Under normal conditions, it is not necessary to remove the
chestpiece from the earpiece during the cleaning procedure.
Ensure all external surfaces are dry prior to use.
NOTE: DO NOT immerse the device in any liquid or subject it to any high-pressure/autoclave sterilization processes.
Disposal per WEEE Directive 2012/19/EU
The device should not be discarded as unsorted waste but must be sent to separate collection facilities for electronic recovery and recycling
according to applicable local or national laws. The device does not contain any potentially bio-hazardous parts and accessories.