16-2
16.2 Cleaning
WARNING
z Be sure to shut down the system and disconnect all power cords from the outlet
before cleaning the equipment.
Your equipment should be cleaned on a regular basis. If there is heavy pollution or lots of dust
and sand in your place, the equipment should be cleaned more frequently. Before cleaning the
equipment, consult your hospital’s regulations for cleaning, disinfecting and sterilizing
equipment.
The exterior surfaces of the equipment may be cleaned with a clean and soft cloth, sponge or
cotton ball, dampened with a non-erosive cleaning solution. Drying off excess cleaning solution
before cleaning the equipment is recommended. Following are examples of cleaning solutions:
Diluted soap water
Diluted ammonia water
Diluted sodium hyoichlo (bleaching agent)
Diluted formaldehyde (35 to 37%)
Hydrogen peroxide (3%)
Ethanol (70%), or Isopropanol (70%)
To avoid damage to the equipment, follow these rules:
ALWAYS dilute the solutions according to the manufacturer’s suggestions.
ALWAYS wipe off all the cleaning solution with a dry cloth after cleaning.
NEVER submerge the equipment into water or any cleaning solution, or pour or spray water
or any cleaning solution on the equipment.
NEVER permit fluids run into the casing, switches, connectors, or any ventilation openings
in the equipment.
NEVER use abrasive, erosive cleaners, or cleaners containing acetone.
Failure to follow these rules may erode or fray the casing, or blur lettering on the labels, or cause
equipment failures.
For cleaning information of accessories, please refer to the chapters for specific patient
parameters and the instructions for use of the accessories.
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