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7. Product Maintenance
7.1. Overview
This chapter describes the steps required to properly clean the INVOS™ patient monitor
(the “monitoring system”). It also provides information about periodic safety checks,
service, software and firmware upgrades, and component disposal.
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Safety Reminders, page 95
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Cleaning the Monitoring System, page 95
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Maintenance Schedule, page 96
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Service and Calibration, page 97
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Service Life, page 97
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Software and Firmware Updates, page 97
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Recycling and Disposal, page 97
7.2. Safety Reminders
Warning: Inspect the monitoring system and all accessories before use to ensure there are
no signs of physical damage or improper function. Do not use if damaged.
Warning: Explosion hazard — When replacing the battery, do not use the incorrect type.
Use only the battery available from Medtronic. See Accessories/Parts List, page 107.
Warning: To ensure proper performance, avoid shock, and prevent device damage or
failure, do not expose the monitoring system to extreme moisture, such as direct exposure
to rain. Do not immerse in water, solvents, or cleaning solutions, since the monitoring
system and connectors are not waterproof.
Caution: Do not autoclave or gas sterilize any components of the monitoring system.
Caution: To prevent device damage or failure, do not expose the monitor to isopropyl
alcohol.
Caution: Dispose of the battery in accordance with local guidelines and regulations.
7.3. Cleaning the Monitoring System
Warning: To ensure proper performance, avoid shock, and prevent device damage or
failure, do not expose the monitoring system to extreme moisture, such as direct exposure
to rain. Do not immerse in water, solvents, or cleaning solutions, since the monitoring
system and connectors are not waterproof.
Caution: Do not autoclave or gas sterilize any components of the monitoring system.
Caution: To prevent device damage or failure, do not expose the monitor to isopropyl
alcohol.
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