Probes
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transmission by using barriers and through proper processing
between patients.
Cleaning and disinfecting probes
Cleaning probes
Cleaning procedure
1. Disconnect the probe from the unit.
2. Remove the coupling gel by wiping the probe lens with a
soft cloth.
3. Wipe the probe and cable with a soft cloth moisten in a
warm soap and water solution (<80
o
F/27
o
C).
4. Wipe the probe and cable with a soft cloth moisten in clean
water (<80
o
F/27
o
C) until all soap is removed.
5. Wipe dry with a soft towel.
CAUTION
Risk of Infection: ALWAYS clean and disinfect the probe between
patients to the level appropriate for the type of examination and
use FDA-cleared probe sheaths where appropriate.
CAUTION
Adequate cleaning and disinfection are necessary to prevent
disease transmission. It is the responsibility of the equipment
user to verify and maintain the effectiveness of the infection
control procedures in use. Always use sterile, legally marketed
probe sheaths for intra-cavitary and intra-operative procedures.
For neurological intra-operative procedures, use of a legally
marketed, sterile, pyrogen free probe sheath is REQUIRED.
robes for neuro surgical use must not be sterilized with liquid
chemical sterilants because of the possibility of neuro toxic
residues remaining on the probe.
CAUTION
Transesophageal and intraoperative probes require a special
handling. Refer to the user documentation enclosed with these
probes.
CAUTION
You MUST disconnect the probe from the Vivid S5/Vivid S6 prior
to cleaning/disinfecting the probe. Failure to do so could damage
the system.