Troubleshooting - Halyard COOLIEF TRANSDISCAL Bedienungsanleitung

Warning: Use aseptic techniques while handling any parts
of the TRANSDISCAL* Y-Connector Cable that enter the sterile
field.
3. Connect the TRANSDISCAL* Y-Connector Cable to the RF Generator.
When connecting the connectors, an audible click will ensure that the
connection is properly secured.
If connecting TRANSDISCAL* Y-Connector Cable directly to the RF
Generator, connect the 14-pin male connector to its front panel. When
using only the TRANSDISCAL* Y-Connector Cable, the Probe A side of the
cable must be used for placement.
4. Connect the TRANSDISCAL* Y-Connector Cable to either the
TRANSDISCAL* Introducer(s) or to the TRANSDISCAL* Probe(s).
5. After placement of the Introducers or after the TRANSDISCAL*
Procedure, (when disconnecting the TRANSDISCAL* Introducer[s] and
the TRANSDISCAL* Probe[s] from the TRANSDISCAL* Y-Connector
Cable), do so by pulling on the connector body.
Caution: Prevent damage to your cable. When pulling the
connectors apart, be sure to pull on the connector body and not the
cable.
6. Prepare the reusable TRANSDISCAL* Y-Connector Cable for cleaning and
sterilization. Transfer the used TRANSDISCAL* Y-Connector Cable to a
carrying surface and cover it with a wet cloth to ensure that blood and
other contaminants to not dry on the surface.
Cleaning and Sterilization Instructions
Danger
The TRANSDISCAL* Y-Connector Cable is shipped non-sterile and must
be cleaned and sterilized as per these Instructions for Use prior to each
use. Failure to properly clean and sterilize the device can cause patient
injury and/or the communication of infectious diseases from one
patient to another.
Important
The manufacturer recommends the user follow a quality control program for
each sterilization cycle that meets or exceeds American Operating Room Nurses
(AORN) Standards, Recommended Practices & Guidelines – 2000. This program
includes, but is not limited to recording:
• Type of sterilizer and cycle used
• Lot control number
• Load contents
• Exposure time and temperature, if not provided by a recording chart
• Operator's name
• Results of sterilization process monitoring (i.e., chemical, mechanical,
biological)
Cleaning and Decontamination
1. Ensure that blood and other contaminants do not dry on the
TRANSDISCAL* Y-Connector Cable.
2. Rinse the TRANSDISCAL* Y-Connector Cable with deionized water until
colorless run-off water occurs. Once the water runs clear soak the cable
(except for the connectors) in deionized water at 22°C–48°C for
1 minute. Remove TRANSDISCAL* Y-Connector Cable from the water
and scrub it with a soft bristle brush until it is visually clean.
Note: Do not let the connectors soak.
Wipe connectors as necessary until they are visually clean.
3. Soak the cable (except connectors) in an enzymatic cleaning solution
for 20 minutes. Ensure that the temperature of the solution is below
55°C. Scrub again with a soft bristle brush, and rinse thoroughly using
deionized water until all traces of detergent residue are removed.
4. Visually inspect the cable again for debris. If any debris is present,
repeat steps 2 and 3.
5. Dry the surface of the device on the outside with a clean, dry towel.
Place the TRANSDISCAL* Y-Connector Cable in a Sterilization and
Storage Tray.
Sterilization
The following sterilization methods have been validated for use with the
TRANSDISCAL* Y-Connector Cable:
• Steam Sterilization
• Gravity Displacement Steam Sterilization
• STERRAD® Sterilization
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Steam Sterilization
Prevacuum: Wrapped: 132°C–135°C (270°F–275°F) for 3–4 min.
Unwrapped: "flash" 132°C for 4 min.
Gravity Displacement Steam Sterilization
Wrapped: 132°C- 135°C (270°F - 275°F) for 15 minutes
Unwrapped: "Flash" 132°C- 135°C for 15 minutes
STERRAD® Sterilization
The TRANSDISCAL* Y-Connector Cable may be sterilized with the following
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STERRAD systems:
• STERRAD® 100S
• STERRAD 50
• STERRAD 200
• STERRAD NX®
• STERRAD 100NX
All instructions given in the corresponding STERRAD
Guide must be followed.
Note: The TRANSDISCAL* Y-Connector Cable should NOT be sterilized within the
autoclave case. Any validated tray recommended for use with STERRAD may
be used.
Warning:
Halyard Health has validated ONLY these cleaning and sterilization
methods for the TRANSDISCAL* Y-Connector Cable. No other cleaning
and sterilization methods have been tested. If any other type of
cleaning or sterilization method is used on this product, it is the user's
responsibility to verify sterility. Failure to properly clean the device can
lead to patient injury.

Troubleshooting

The following table is provided to assist the user in diagnosing potential
problems.
PROBLEM COMMENTS
No temperature
In order to
measurement in
measure
Treatment Mode
temperature
the entire
OR
system must
Inaccurate,
be connected
erratic or
and all devices
sluggish
must be in good
temperature
working order.
reading in
Treatment Mode
No impedance
In order to
measurement in
measure
Placement Mode
impedance,
the entire
system must
be connected,
and all devices
must be in good
working order.
Probe Each connector
Connector does
is designed to
not fit in Probe
connect in a
Plug-In
specific way for
safety reasons.
If the connector
"keys" are out
of line, the
connectors
won't fit
together.
Customer Service and Product Return Information
If you have any problems with or questions about this HALYARD* Equipment,
Halyard Health
5405 Windward Parkway
Alpharetta, GA 30004 USA
E-mail: PMPorders@hyh.com
1-844-425-9273 (1-844-HALYARD)
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Sterilization System User's
TROUBLESHOOTING
Ensure that all equipment
required is correctly connected.
Check for an error message on
the RF Generator.
Visually inspect the probe(s)
and cable(s) for damage. Ensure
that devices are dry and at room
temperature. If problem persists,
discontinue use.
Ensure that all equipment
required is correctly connected.
Check for an error message on
the RF Generator.
Visually inspect the probe(s)
and cable(s) for damage. Ensure
that devices are dry and at room
temperature. If problem persists,
discontinue use.
Check that the connector keys
are lined up in the proper
orientation.
Check that the connectors
being connected have the same
number of pins and that the pins
are not damaged.
Ensure that the connectors are
clean and unobstructed.