6 Cleaning and Disinfection Instructions
ers2 – 1-Channel ECG Telemetry System 39
201000401000 / Rev 04
6 Cleaning and Disinfection Instructions
Clean and disinfect the devices before their first use, before applying them to a patient, and after
removing them from a patient.
Clean and disinfect the devices when sending them to ergoline or a certified ergoline service partner.
Observe the following information for cleaning and disinfection.
6.1 1-Channel Transmitter
6.1.1 Cleaning
Recommended cleaning agent: Isopropyl alcohol, 70 % solution (IPA)
• Prepare the cleaning solution according to the manufacturer's instructions.
• Dampen a clean cloth with the selected cleaning solution.
• Wring excess liquid from the cloth and squeeze until dry.
• Wipe the exterior surfaces of the 1-channel transmitter until all visible soil has been removed.
CAUTION Risk of infection
After use, the ECG system may be contaminated with bacteria or viruses.
Clean and disinfect the 1-channel transmitter and the applied parts according to the cleaning and
disinfection instructions in this manual.
NOTICE Cleaning and disinfection
Wrong cleaning agents or disinfectants or wrong application of these substances may damage the
ECG system.
Use the recommended cleaning agents and disinfectants for cleaning and disinfection.
Clean and disinfect your ECG system according to the instructions in this manual.
NOTICE Inappropriate cleaning and disinfection
When the battery compartment of the 1-channel transmitter is not properly closed, humidity
entering the compartment during cleaning and disinfection may damage the device.
Close the battery compartment of the 1-channel transmitter before cleaning and disinfection
according to the instructions in this manual.
NOTICE The protection rating applies only if the following conditions are met
IP42 applies only when the battery cover of the 1-channel transmitter is closed. Before starting
a recording and before cleaning and disinfecting the device, make sure that the battery compart-
ment is properly closed.