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Because the product will likely be contaminated with human blood or body fluids capable of
transmitting pathogens, all cleaning facilities must be in compliance with (U.S.) OSHA Standard
29 CFR 1910.1030 “Bloodborne Pathogens” or an equivalent standard. For more information, visit
www.osha.gov.
WARNING
Cleaning is critical to ensuring the component is ready for disinfection. Failure to
properly clean the device could result in a contaminated instrument after completing the
disinfection procedure.
When cleaning, ensure all foreign matter is removed from the surface of the device. This allows the
active ingredients of the chosen disinfection method to reach all the surfaces.
WARNING
This product may only be cleaned, disinfected, or sterilized by using the approved processes
provided in this manual. Cleaning, disinfection, and sterilization methods listed are recommended by
Verathon
®
based on efficacy or compatibility with component materials.
WARNING
Availability of cleaning, disinfection, and sterilization products varies by country, and Verathon is
unable to test products in every market. For more information, please contact Verathon Customer
Care at 1.800.331.2313 or your local representative. For additional contact information, visit
verathon.com/contact-us.
WARNING
Ensure that you follow the manufacturer’s instructions for handling or disposing of the cleaning,
disinfection, or sterilization solutions provided in this manual.
WARNING
Do not reuse, reprocess or resterilize single-use components. Reuse, reprocessing or resterilization
may create a risk of contamination of the device, cause patient infection or cross-infection.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of cytotoxic residual when cleaning with Metrex
®
CaviCide
®
, thoroughly rinse the
component as instructed in this manual.
WARNING
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