Ulthera UC-1 - Cleaning and System Care Procedures; Cleaning Transducers and Handpiece; General System Maintenance

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9. Cleaning and Care
9.1. Cleaning the Transducer and Handpiece
Note: Transducers are packaged and shipped non-sterile and ready to
use.
Because the transducer will come in contact with the skin of a patient, the
standard practice for cleaning and low level disinfection of transducers
between patients is to gently but thoroughly wipe the transducers with a
standard 70% isopropyl alcohol prep pad. A Cavicide wipe followed by
wiping with 70% isopropyl alcohol may be used for additional disinfection if
desired. One may also use a standard 70% isopropyl alcohol prep pad to
gently wipe the handpiece and cable. Neither the transducers nor the
handpiece should be submerged in liquid. Place the transducer back into its
original packaging between uses.
Warning: Use only this procedure for cleaning. Do not use acetone or
other solvents as this can damage the transducer.
9.2. General Care of the System
To get the best possible performance, treat the equipment carefully by
adhering to the following guidelines:
1. Inspect the handpiece and connectors regularly for any problems.
2. Turn scanning off before changing transducers to ensure proper identification of
transducers and to prolong the life of the system.
3. Do not drop the handpiece or transducers on the floor or other hard surfaces.
This can cause permanent damage.
4. Do not twist or pull the handpiece cables. This could cause damage to internal
wires and connections.
5. Use aqueous ultrasound gel only. Other lubricants or lotions, particularly mineral
oil, could eventually damage transducers or cables.
6. Do not use acoustic standoff pads or any objects between the transducer and
patient.
7. Apply ultrasound gel only to the area to be treated and wipe it from the
transducer after completing a treatment. Avoid getting the gel on the
handpiece or control unit.