PROMETHEUS PATHWAY MR-20 User Manual

PATHWAY
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MR-20 OPERATOR’S GUIDE
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CHAPTER 3: TROUBLESHOOTING
Pathway
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Devices (MR-Series): To clean the device, a damp cloth should be used.
Clean the device with a soft, non-abrasive cloth. The preamp snaps and battery
connector should also be cleaned with isopropyl alcohol if necessary, but Do Not
immerse them.
When disinfection is required, a cloth wipe using disinfectants such as isopropyl
alcohol for use on polyurethane, chlorine bleach in water (no stronger than a 1:10
ratio mixture), or a 2% glutaraldehyde solution (such as Cidex) is recommended. After
cleaning, the device should be wiped with water using a clean, damp cloth and then a
clean dry cloth.
Never immerse, soak, or clean with harsh chemicals such as acetone. To avoid
permanent damage, Do Not expose the metal components (pins, sockets, etc.) to
isopropyl alcohol, chlorine bleach, or glutaraldehyde solution.
Accessory Cables (Electrode Lead Wire Sets, Pathway
®
Preamplier Cables, and
Adapters for Disposable Lead Wire Electrodes
(Part #5328, Part #7100, and Part #2583):
The recommended cleaning method for cables and lead wires is a cloth wipe using
ordinary alcohol-free hand soap or USP green soap tincture. After cleaning, the cables
and lead wires should be wiped with water using a clean, damp cloth and then a clean
dry cloth.
When disinfection is required, a cloth wipe using disinfectants such as isopropyl
alcohol for use on polyurethane or TPR wires only, chlorine bleach in water
(no stronger than a 1:10 ratio mixture), or 2% glutaraldehyde solution (such as Cidex)
is recommended. After disinfection, wipe the cable and lead wires with water using a
clean damp cloth and then a clean dry cloth.
Prometheus Group
®
cables and lead wires are reusable and are provided non-sterile.
When sterilization is required, they may be sterilized with ethylene oxide gas.
Pathway
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Intracavity Sensors (Part# 6320, Part #6330, Part #6340):
This sensor should be cleaned before the rst use and immediately after each
subsequent use. Wash and lather your hands with soap and owing luke-warm water
in the sink, then apply the same lather to the sensor and wash it thoroughly.
Completely rinse hands and sensor of all soap residue and then wipe the sensor dry
with a clean cloth or paper towel. Allow the sensor to air-dry and when you are sure it
is completely dry, store the sensor in the original bag. Do Not use abrasive cleaners
on the sensor. Do Not expose the sensor to high temperatures. Do Not submerge or
use sensor in water. Do Not get sensor plug or cable wet. Do Not attempt to sterilize
the sensor by any method.
CLEANING, DISINFECTION, AND STERILIZATION
PATHWAY
®
MR-20 CARE AND MAINTENANCE

PROMETHEUS PATHWAY MR-20 Specifications

General

Brand	PROMETHEUS
Model	PATHWAY MR-20
Category	Control Systems
Language	English