ESG-400
8 Cleaning, storage and disposal
The electrosurgical unit may be contaminated with infections materials, therefore, before servicing, perform the
following cleaning procedures. For maintenance and storage of other items than those described below, refer to
the respective instructions for use.
8-1 Cleaning
All surfaces of the unit’s housing can be cleaned and disinfected with the cleaning agents and surface
disinfectants normally used for medical equipment (mild cleaning solution, e.g. 70 % isopropyl alcohol). No
liquid must enter the connector or the unit during cleaning.
1) Switch off the electrosurgical unit and disconnect the power cord from the grounded wall outlet.
2) If the equipment and / or accessories are contaminated with blood or other potentially infectious materials,
first wipe off all gross debris using neutral detergent, and then wipe its surface with a lint-free cloth
moistened with a surface disinfectant.
3) To remove dust, dirt and non-patient debris, wipe the electrosurgical unit and footswitch using a soft,
lint-free cloth moistened with 70 % ethyl or isopropyl alcohol.
WARNING
After cleaning the electrosurgical unit, dry it thoroughly before storage or using
it again. If it is used while still wet, there is a risk of electric shock.
Patient debris and reprocessing chemicals are hazardous. During cleaning
and disinfection, always wear appropriate personal protective equipment, such
as eye wear, face mask, moisture-resistant clothing and chemical-resistant
waterproof gloves that fit pro
perly so that your skin is not exposed. Always
remove contaminated protective clothing before leaving the reprocessing area.
CAUTION
When disconnecting plugs of instruments or power cords, always hold the
plug. Pulling the cable may result in damaging of the wires.
Never immerse the electrosurgical unit in water, clean or disinfect by
immersion, gas sterilization or autoclaving. It may cause equipment damage.
Do not clean the connectors or the alternating current power inlet. Cleaning
them can defor
m or corrode the contacts, which could damage the
electrosurgical unit.
Do not wipe the external surface with hard or abrasive wiping material. The
surface will be scratched.
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