Cleaning and Disinfection
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Glutaraldehyde-based sterilization solution
Trade Name Chemical Name Procedures
Cidex Activated
Glutaraldehyde
Solution
(applicable for CE
region)
2.2-2.7%
Glutaraldehyde
Soak the transducer into the activated
solution for 10 hours (20-25℃).
Please refer to the instructions provided
by the manufacturer of the solution for
details.
Cidex Activated
Dialdehyde
Solution
(applicable for
FDA region)
2.4% Glutaraldehyde
Refer to the instructions provided by the chemical manufacturer concerning
concentration of the sterilization solution, method of sterilization and dilution and
cautions during use.
Do not soak the transducer connector or the cable near it into water or any
solution.
Follow local regulations when selecting and using the sterilization solution.
3. Rinse the transducer with plenty of sterile water (about 2 gallons) for at least 1 minute
to remove all chemical residues on it. Or, follow the rinsing method recommended by
the sterilization solution manufacturer to rinse the transducer.
4. Wipe off the water on the transducer with sterile cloth or gauze after rinsing it. Do not
dry the transducer by heating.
Immerse the intra-operative transducer in the solution (for reference)
Before safety and performance is affected, intra-operative probes can be sterilized by
Cidex Activated Glutaraldehyde Solution for at least 217 times (10 hours for one time).
Before safety and performance is affected, intra-operative probes can be sterilized by
Minncare COLD STERILANT for at least 135 times (11 hours for one time).
CAUTION:
Repeated disinfection will eventually damage the transducer,
please check the transducer’s performance periodically.
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