Caring For The Transesophageal Transducer; Cleaning And Storage; Approved Cleaning And Disinfection Agents For The Transesophageal Transducer - Siemens Acuson S1000 Instructions For Use Manual

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Caring for the Transesophageal Transducer

See also: Caring for Transducers, Safety and Care, Chapter 2, Instructions for Use

Cleaning and Storage

Each time the transducer is used, it must be properly cleaned and disinfected.
Approved Cleaning and Disinfection Agents for the Transesophageal
Transducer
WARNING: The use of any disinfectants other than those specified here may damage the
transducer and, as a result, may create electrical hazards for patients and/or users.
WARNING: Disinfectants and cleaning methods listed are recommended by Siemens for
compatibility with product materials, not for biological effectiveness. Refer to disinfectant label
instructions for guidance on disinfection efficacy and appropriate clinical uses.
WARNING: Refer to the disinfectant manufacturer's instructions for guidance on proper rinsing
of the disinfectant from the transesophageal transducer. Any disinfectant remaining on the
transesophageal transducer can burn the patient's mouth or esophagus.
Transducer Approved Cleaners
V5Ms ENZOL
Gigasept FF
Transeptic
V7M ENZOL
Gigasept FF
Transeptic
6 - 3 0
Approved Disinfectants
CIDEX
CIDEXPLUS
CIDEX OPA
Gigasept FF
Milton
PI-Spray II
Super Sani-Cloth
CIDEX
CIDEXPLUS
CIDEX OPA
Gigasept FF
Milton
Rely+On Virkon
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