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Manual. Make sure that the connection is tight. Check the connection before each use.
• Plug the metal post of each lead of the patient cable into an ECG clip. Make sure each ECG clip is pushed all the way in.
• If you are experiencing signal disturbance, distortion, or interruptions, stop the procedure and localize the source of the
problem, and correct the problem before continuing.
• At the end of the procedure, gently disconnect the ECG clips from the electrodes.
− Do not remove the patient cable from the ECG module.
• All cables should be stored in big loops. Tight coiling must be avoided. Also, avoid heat sources and direct sunlight.
Cleaning
Cables are supplied in a non-sterile condition, and are reusable. For cleaning and disinfection of the cables, the following substances
and procedures must be used:
• Disconnect the cable. Wipe the plastic parts with a cloth moistened in lukewarm water with alcohol- free neutral soap. Always
wipe towards the patient connectors/ECG clips.
• Proceed carefully and make sure to not damage the cable through excessive stretching, bending, or kinking of the wires.
Remove the cleaning agent by wiping the cable with a cloth moistened in water. Wipe or air dry the cable before use.
• Remove adhesive residues only with the alcohols listed in the following section. Never use other organic solvents (acetone
or toluol will damage the cable jacket).
Disinfection
Clean the cables before each disinfection as described in the preceding section. Perform wipe disinfection, using products with the
following substances as active ingredients:
• Ethyl or Isopropyl alcohol 70 – 80%
• Glutaraldehyde 2 % (pH 7.5 - 8) (e.g. Cidex
®
)
• Quaternary ammonium compounds (e.g. Sani-Cloth
®
HB wipes)
Remove the disinfectant immediately after the recommended contact time by wiping the cable with a cloth
moistened with water.
Appendix G – Radio and Television Interference
This equipment generates and uses radio-frequency energy. If not installed and used properly in strict accordance with the
manufacturer’s instructions, it may cause interference to radio and television reception.
This equipment has been tested and proved to be in compliance with the standards for medical devices and in accordance with the
IEC 601-1 rules, which are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference in a medical or hospital environment.
Appendix H – EMC Requirements for the IQecg
®
Medical electrical equipment needs special precautions regarding EMC and needs to be installed and put into service according to
the EMC information provided in this section.
Portable and mobile RF communications equipment can affect the operation of medical electrical equipment. The IQecg
®
is medical
electrical equipment.
The following is a list of the Midmark cables and other accessories that are used as part of the IQecg
®
that comply with sections 36.201
and 36.202 of the EMC Standard IEC60601-1-2 (E):
• ECG Model(s) IQecg
®
• Patient cables: Approved Midmark cables with 4mm banana connectors or pinch leads
Caution
• The ECG patient cable is not suitable for autoclave or UV sterilization!
• Never immerse or soak the cable!
• Prolonged alcohol exposure can negatively affect the mechanical properties of the cable
jacket.
• N-propyl alcohol or sodium hypochlorite (bleach) should be avoided for the disinfection
of the cables!
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