Cleaning and Disinfecting TEE Transducers . 1. Disconnect the transducer from the system, and remove any accessories attached to or covering the transducer. 2. Clean the transducer distal tip and flexible shaft using any of the following: enzymatic cleaner, mild soap solution, or an approved wipe. Follow the manufacturer's instructions for use.
Ensure that the solution is only 70% alcohol or less. Do not wipe any other part of a transducer with isopropyl alcohol (including cables or strain reliefs), as it can damage those parts of the transducer. This damage is not covered by the warranty or your service contract. NOTE. TEE transducers require unique methods for disinfection. A properly conducted electrical leakage test is critical for TEE probe integrity and patient safety. CS Medical and BC Group International have partnered to provide a safe and effective method in conducting the electrical leakage test within the disinfectant reservoir of the TD 100 ® Automated TEE Probe Disinfector or the TEEClean ® Automated TEE Probe Cleaner Disinfector.
\n philips tee probe cleaning instructions
For TEE probes, you can use automated system such as TD100. 1 Upon completion of probe cleaning, carefully dry the probe by wiping with a clean, low-lint soft and dry cloth or wipe from the distal tip to the strain relief. 2 Follow the TD100 instructions for probe placement and operation of the TD100 system. 3 Once the TD100 High-Level
Remove the tip and shaft from the disinfectant and thoroughly rinse with water according to the instructions from the disinfectant manufacturer. Note: some disinfectant manufacturers recommend rinsing by immersion in water. Dry the distal tip and flexible shaft with a sterile cloth or pad, or allow to air dry.
Clean the probe in enzymatic cleaner (Table 2). Follow the chemical manufacturer’s instructions. Observe specifically the manufacturer’s dilution rates and soak times. CAUTION! Overexposure to the enzymatic cleaner can damage the probe. Rinse the endoscope thoroughly with a large amount of lukewarm running water to remove residual detergent . 218 340 258 205 68 104 146 5

philips tee probe cleaning instructions