System Maintenance 17-3
Probes Cleaning, Disinfection” for cleaning and disinfection for the probes.
NOTE:
Do not use a wet cloth to clean the probe connector.
Cleaning the probe cable
a) Use a soft dry cloth to wipe away stains from the probe cable.
b) If the stains are difficult to remove, use a soft cloth dipped in a mild detergent and
then let the cable air dry.
Cleaning holders
Tools: soft dry cloth, soapy water, soft brush
Method:
The surface of the power button should be cleaned with a soft dry cloth. Remaining stains
should be wiped away using a cloth with clean or soapy water (NOTE: the cloth should not
be made too wet, as this may cause electric shock) and the surface left to air dry.
a) Use a soft dry cloth to wipe away dust attached to the inside, outside and gaps in the
probe holder or gel holder. Use a soft brush to brush away dust or stains from the
small intra-cavity probe holder or its gap.
b) Remaining stains on the inside and outside of the holder should be wiped away using
a cloth with a little soapy water and then air dried.
c) Gel warmer: remove the gel warmer after pulling out the power supply cable. Use a
soft dry cloth to wipe away dust attached to the inside and outside, then brush away
dust in the gel warmer or brush stains with a little soapy water and then air dry.
Cleaning the monitor and the touch screen
Tool: soft dry cloth, clean or soapy water
Method:
The surfaces of the monitor and touch screen should be cleaned with a soft dry cloth.
Remaining stains should be wiped away using a cloth with a little clean or soapy water and
then air dried.