Preventive maintenance: Cleaning and disinfecting the patient monitor
5-4 Dash 3000/4000/5000 2000966-542D
 Any sodium hypochlorite wipe product that meets the above 
guidelines can be used.
NOTE
Wring excess disinfectant from wipe before using.
NOTE
Any contact of the disinfectant solutions with metal parts may 
cause corrosion.
3. When disinfecting the equipment, allow disinfectant solution to 
remain on device for a minimum of one minute per hospital 
guidelines.
4. Wipe off cleaning solutions with a clean, lightly moistened cloth.
5. Dry thoroughly with a dry lint-free cloth and let air dry for at least 
30 minutes.
NOTE
Drying times may vary based on the environmental conditions.
6. Take care not to let fluid “pool” around connection pins. If this should 
happen, blot dry with a soft lint-free cloth.
Cautions
Use the following precautions to prevent damaging the equipment:
 Never immerse the device in any liquid.
 Do not pour or spray any liquid directly on the device or permit fluid 
to seep into connections or openings.
 Never use conductive solutions, solutions that contain chlorides, wax, 
or wax compounds to clean the device.
 Never use solutions or products that contain the following:
 Any type of Ammonium Chloride such as, but not limited to 
Dimethyl Benzyl Ammonium Chloride and Quaternary 
Ammonium Chloride solutions.
 Abrasive cleaners or solvents of any kind.
 Acetone
 Ketone
 Betadine
 Alcohol-based cleaning agents
 Sodium salts
 Never autoclave or steam clean the device.
 Always use household glass cleaner to clean the touchscreen or 
standard displays.