GlideScope GVL - Page 6

Cleaning and Disinfecting the
GlideScope GVL and Cobalt Video Baton
• DONOTexposetotemperaturesabove60
o
C(140
o
F).
Do not disinfect using devices such as autoclaves, ultrasonic cleaners or pasteurizers.
• The GlideScope GVL
®
is a nonsterile, reusable device. It is required that the GlideScope GVL
is cleaned and disinfected after every patient use using a High Level Disinfectant method.
• The GlideScope Cobalt video baton is a nonsterile, reusable device. When used as
intended, it is protected from direct contact with the patient by the sterile, single-use GVL
Stat. Low Level Disinfection is recommended for the video baton after every patient use.
High Level Disinfection is required for the GlideScope Cobalt video baton when it is visibly
soiled.
Disconnect the GVL or video baton from the monitor.
Place the cleaning cap over the connector as shown.
• During cleaning, the protective cap must be inserted as shown to protect the
cable connector.
Wash the GVL or video baton manually to remove all foreign material from the
surface of the device.
• Chemical compatibility and disinfection methods are detailed in the user’s manual.
• To clean the exterior of the monitor and the video cables, wipe with IPA (70%
isopropyl alcohol) bleach (100ppm) or a mild detergent and water.
• Wipe the cradle with a standard hospital-grade surface cleaning product.
FormoredetailedcleaninginstructionsseetheGlideScopeGVL/CobaltUser’sManual.
GlideScope
®
Cobalt
Cleaning Cap
GVL
Cobalt video baton
Video baton
cleaning cap
Correct
cleaning
position