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IRECTION 2392751-100, REVISION 3VIVID™ 4 SERVICE MANUAL
10-10 Section 10-3 - Periodic Maintenance Schedule
10-5-4 Cleaning
10-5-4-1 General Cleaning
 
10-5-4-2 Air Filter Cleaning
Regular cleaning of the Vivid™ 4 scanner’s air filter will ensure that the filter does not become clogged 
- this would otherwise cause the system to overheat and reduce system performance and reliability.
NOTE: It is recommended that the air filter cleaning procedure is performed once every 3 months (quarterly). 
However, the required frequency for air filter cleaning will vary in accordance with environmental 
conditions.
Table 10-8    General Cleaning
Step Item Description
1
External 
Panels
On a weekly basis, moisten a soft, non-abrasive folded cloth with a mild, general purpose, 
non-abrasive soap and water solution or general purpose disinfectant. Wipe down the top, 
front, back and both sides of the unit. Do not spray any liquid directly onto the unit!
2
Monitor On a weekly basis, apply glass cleaner to a soft, non-abrasive folded cloth. Gently wipe the 
monitor face.
3
Console Frequent and diligent cleaning of the Vivid™ 4 ultrasound unit reduces the risk of spreading 
infection from person to person, and also helps to maintain a clean working environment. 
Prior to cleaning, turn OFF the power to the system.
Use a fluid detergent in warm water on a soft, damp cloth to carefully wipe the entire system. 
Be careful not to get the cloth too wet so that moisture does not enter the console.
4
Control Panel 
and Keyboard
Control Panel:
On a weekly basis, moisten a soft, non-abrasive folded cloth or sponge with a mild, general 
purpose, non-abrasive soap and water solution or general purpose disinfectant. (Do not use 
any solution containing abrasive powder or strong chemicals such as, acid or alkaline). 
Squeeze excess liquid from the cloth/sponge, them wipe down the Control Panel. 
Do not spray any liquid directly onto the Control Panel!
Rinse the cloth/sponge with clean running water and wipe the Control Panel again.
Use a dry, soft, lint-free cloth to dry the Control Panel. 
Wait for the Control Panel surface to dry completely.
Keyboard:
Clean the keyboard as described (above) for cleaning the Control Panel.
Note: In the event that disinfection is required or any stubborn stains remain, absorb a small 
quantity of isopropyl rubbing alcohol on a soft, dust-free cloth.
Wipe the surface of the keycaps with the cloth, making sure that no liquid drips on or between 
the keys. Allow to dry.
5
Probe Holder Clean the probe holders with warm water and a damp cloth to remove all traces of gel 
(soaking may be required to remove excess gel).