15 - 10 Operator’s Manual
15 Probes and Biopsy
4. Rinse the probe thoroughly by using a large amount of clean water (about 7.5 L/2 gallons) at
room temperature for about 30 s to remove the residual disinfectant. Repeat the operation
twice. Or follow the disinfectant manufacturer’s instructions regarding rinsing.
5. Dry the probe by wiping with a piece of clean disposable lint-free soft cloth.
Do not dry the probe by heating.
6. Check whether the probe has defects such as peeling, rifts, bumps, cracks, or liquid spill. If
such defects exist, the probe has reached the end of its service life. In this case, stop using it
and contact the Mindray service department.
7. Store the probe in a cool, clean and dry environment. And repeat the cleaning and disinfection
process before the next use.
Compatible Disinfectants
For the disinfectants information, see Mindray Transducer Disinfectant Recommendation.
15.1.6 Cleaning the probe cable and connector
Do not use cloth with water to clean the probe connector.
Perform the following procedure:
1. Wipe out the dust attached to surface of probe connector and cable.
2. Use soft brush to brush the dust inside probe connector gently.
3. Remained stain or dust attached to surface of cable or surface of connector should be washed
out by cloth with a little soapy water, and then air-dry.
15.1.7 Probe Environmental Conditions
15.1.8 Storage and Transportation
When all examinations for the day have been completed, confirm that the probe is in good
condition. After disinfecting the probe, confirm that the probe is in good condition and stored in a
suitable place
• To prevent the probe from being damaged, DO NOT store it in locations where it may be
exposed to:
– Direct sunlight or X-rays
– Sudden changes in temperature
Table 15-2 Probe Environmental Conditions
Probe
Model
Conditions Ambient
temperature
Relative humidity
(no condensation)
Atmospheric
pressure
C5-1s Operating 0 °C ~ 40 °C 30% ~ 85% 700 hPa ~ 1060 hPa
Storage and
transportation
-20 °C ~ 55 °C 30% ~ 95% 700 hPa ~ 1060 hPa
LFP5-1s Operating 0 °C ~40 °C 20%~85% 700 hPa~1060 hPa
Storage and
transportation
-10 °C ~50 °C 20%~95% 700 hPa ~ 1060 hPa