The displaying unit should be cleaned and disinfected before and after each use, following
one of the procedures below. Any deviation from the instructions should be properly
evaluated for effectiveness and potential adverse consequences by the person responsible for
cleaning and disinfection to ensure that the device continues to fulfill its intended purpose.
Cleaning procedures should begin as soon as possible following use. Excessive soil should be
removed on accessible areas of the device, excluding electrical ports.
Cautions: Cleaning and disinfection wipes shall be moist but not dripping to ensure no
damage to the internal electronics of the displaying unit. If using wipes containing
hypochlorite or citric acid, ensure that all residue is completely removed. Wipes containing
hypochlorite or citric acid may affect the screen's anti-reflective coatings over time. You should
limit the use of wipes containing hypochlorite or citric acid to required cases only.
Limitations: The displaying unit is not compatible with ultrasonic or automatic cleaners and
should not be immersed.
Procedure 1 – Cleaning and disinfection with hypochlorite
Hypochlorite-based wipes approved for disinfection of medical devices, e.g., Sani-Cloth®
Bleach from PDI, should be used in accordance with the wipe manufacturer's instructions.
Cleaning: Use a wipe to remove heavy soil. All blood and other body fluids must be
thoroughly cleaned from surfaces and objects. Inspect the displaying unit for cleanliness,
function, and integrity before disinfection by germicidal wipe. If visible soil remains,
reclean the displaying unit.
Disinfecting:
1. For heavily soiled surfaces, use a wipe to pre-clean the displaying unit prior
to disinfecting.
2. Unfold a clean wipe and thoroughly wet the surface of the displaying unit.
3. The treated surfaces must remain visibly wet for a full four (4) minutes (or the time
recommended by the manufacturer of the disinfectant, at least 4 minutes). Use
additional wipes if needed to assure continuous 4 minutes wet contact time.
4. Let the displaying unit air dry.
Procedure 2 – Cleaning and disinfection with quaternary ammonium compounds
Wipes containing a mixture of quaternary ammonium compounds and isopropyl alcohol
approved for disinfection of medical devices, e.g., Super Sani-Cloth® from PDI, should be
used in accordance with the wipe manufacturer's instructions.
Cleaning: Use a wipe to remove heavy soil. All blood and other body fluids must be
thoroughly cleaned from surfaces and objects. Inspect the displaying unit for cleanliness,
function, and integrity before disinfection by germicidal wipe. If visible soil remains,
reclean the displaying unit.
Disinfecting:
1. For heavily soiled surfaces, use a wipe to pre-clean the displaying unit prior
to disinfecting.
2. Unfold a clean wipe and thoroughly wet the surface of the displaying unit.
3. The treated surfaces must remain visibly wet for a full two (2) minutes (or the time
recommended by the manufacturer of the disinfectant, at least 2 minutes).
Use additional wipes if needed to assure continuous 2 minutes wet contact time.
4. Let the displaying unit air dry.
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