Cleaning
Revised October 2004
3800 Vital Signs Monitor Service Manual
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10.
Cleaning
The following table provides instructions about how to clean the Escort M8 Vital Signs Monitor
and its accessories. Accessories should be cleaned after each use. Before cleaning please refer to
the cautions listed below the table.
Part
Recommended cleaning method
Escort M8 Vital Signs
Monitor.
ECG Cables.
TEMP Cable.
SpO2 Cable.
NIBP Cuff.
NIBP Hose.
Power Supply.
Power Cord
.
Materials
•
Enzymatic detergent such as ENZOL (US) or
CIDEZYME (outside the US).
•
Distilled water.
•
Disinfectant solution (such as CIDEX OPA, or a
10% solution of household bleach (5.25% sodium
hypochlorite) in distilled water).
•
Soft cloths and/or soft-bristled brushes.
•
Protective gloves and eyewear.
Procedure
1.
Turn off power and disconnect the unit from the
AC power wall outlet.
2.
Put on gloves and protective eyewear.
3.
Prepare the enzymatic detergent according to the
manufacturer's instructions, and also the
disinfectant solution, in separate containers.
4.
Apply detergent to product using a soft cloth. If
material is dried on, allow to sit for 1 minute.
5.
Wipe smooth surfaces with the cloth.
6.
Use a soft-bristle brush on visibly soiled areas and
irregular surfaces.
7.
Remove detergent from product using cloth
dampened in distilled water.
8.
Repeat as necessary.
9.
Apply disinfectant solution on affected area using a
soft cloth. Allow product to sit for 5 minutes.
10.
Wipe away excess solution and clean product again
with cloth dampened in distilled water.
11.
Allow 2 hours for drying.
SpO2 Sensor and Reusable
YSI Temperature Probe
Materials
•
70% Isopropyl Alcohol pad.
Procedure
1.
Remove sensor/probe from patient and disconnect
from sensor/probe cable. Wipe off with alcohol
pad. Allow sensor/probe to dry before placing it on
a patient.
Disposable Temperature
Probes and SpO2 Sensors
Intended for single use only. Refer to sensor/probe manufacturer
instructions.
