Cleaning And Disinfecting Probes - GE Vivid i User Manual

Cleaning and disinfecting probes

Transesophageal and intraoperative probes require a special
handling. Refer to the user documentation enclosed with these
probes.
CAUTION
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
4. Wipe the probe and cable with a soft cloth moisten in clean
water (<80
5. Wipe dry with a soft towel.
Disinfecting probes
In order to provide users with options in choosing a germicide,
GE Medical Systems routinely reviews new medical germicides
for compatibility with the materials used in the transducer
housing, cable and lens. Although a necessary step in
protecting patients and employees from disease transmission,
liquid chemical germicides must also be selected to minimize
potential damage to the transducer.
Refer to the Probe Care Card enclosed in the probe case or to
"http://www.gemedicalsystems.com/rad/us/probe_care.html"
for the latest list of compatible cleaning solutions and
disinfectants.
Low-level disinfection
1. After cleaning, the probe and cable may be wiped with a
tissue sprayed with a recommended disinfectant.
Use additional precautions (e.g. gloves and gown) when
decontaminating an infected probe.
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