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▌ Cleaning
Cleaning is an important procedure that is carried out before disinfecting the probe.
The probe must be cleaned after each use.
CAUTION
■ Do not use a surgical brush to clean probes. Even the use of soft brushes
can damage the probe.
■ During cleaning and disinfection, keep the parts of the probe that must
remain dry higher than the other parts during wetting until all parts are dry.
1. Disconnect the probe from the system.
2. Remove any biopsy adapters or needle guides. (Adapter may be reused after
disinfection.)
3. Remove the sheath. (Sheaths are disposable.)
4. Use a soft cloth, lightly dampened with mild soap or compatible cleaning solution, to
remove any particulate matter and bodily fluids that remain on the probe or cable.
5. To remove remaining contaminants, rinse with water up to the immersion point.
6. Wipe with a dry cloth.
7. If necessary, wipe first with a water-dampened cloth to remove soap residue, and wipe
with a dry cloth again.
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