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You must wear gloves while cleaning and disinfecting the scanner.
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The scanner must be disinfected with a recommended intermediate-level disinfectant
solution with tuberculocidal activity between patients.
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DO NOT use a disinfectant containing phenolics or iodophors; doing so will damage the
surface coating of the scanner.
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Never put the scanner in an autoclave device or immerse it in water or the disinfectant
solution.
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Excessive fluids can damage the scanner.
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Do not use cotton, cloth, or tissues soaked with disinfectant to disinfect the scanner.
Clean the Scanner
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If the scanner is visibly contaminated with blood and/or body fluids, you must clean it
before disinfecting it.
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To clean the scanner, follow these steps:
Dampen (do not soak) a lint-free cloth with lukewarm water.
Remove the blood and/or body fluids with the dampened lint-free cloth.
Disinfect the Scanner
After each patient, the scanner must be thoroughly disinfected.
To adequately disinfect the scanner, follow the disinfectant manufacturer's instructions for
the appropriate contact time.
CAUTION: If the scanner is visibly soiled, it must be thoroughly cleaned prior to disinfecting.
See "Clean the Scanner"
To disinfect the scanner, follow these steps:
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Remove the Scanner Tip.
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Remove all visible soil (see "Clean the Scanner").
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Use a commercially prepared intermediate level disinfectant wipe. Follow the
manufacturer's instructions for contact time.
Recommended disinfectant wipes: CaviWipes
WARNING: Using a disinfectant that has not been approved may cause damage to
the scanner.
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Thoroughly wipe all surfaces of the scanner, DO NOT allow liquid to enter through the gap,
air outlet, or pin holes.
Safety Guide