12.5 Disinfection of the Ambu® aScope™ Monitor
The Ambu® aScope™ Monitor must be cleaned and disinfected according to the instructions before first use.
Immediately after use, remove any soiling from the exterior of the Ambu® aScope™ Monitor.
1. Wipe the surfaces of the Ambu® aScope™ Monitor during approximately 15 minutes using a piece of sterile gauze dampened with the alcohol
mixture indicated below (approximately once every 2 minutes). Follow safety procedures for handling isopropyl. The gauze should not be dripping
since liquid can affect the electronics inside the Ambu® aScope™ Monitor. Pay close attention to buttons, screen, external casing, slots and gaps on
the Ambu® aScope™ Monitor. Use a sterile cotton swab to reach these areas.
Solution
Isopropyl (alcohol) 95%
* Alternatively, use EPA-registered hospital desinfection wipes containing at least 70% isopropyl. Safety precautions and use directions of the
manufacturer shall be followed.
2. After cleaning and disinfection, the Ambu® aScope™ Monitor must be submitted to the pre-check procedure in section 11.
3. The Ambu® aScope™ Monitor must be stored between procedures in accordance with local guidelines
12.6 Disposal
The Ambu® aScope™ is a single patient use device. The Ambu® aScope™ is considered infected after use and must be disposed of in accordance with
local guidelines for collection of infected medical devices with electronic components.
The Ambu® aScope™ Monitor is a reusable device. At the end of its product life, the Ambu® aScope™ Monitor and power supply must be disposed of in
accordance with local regulations and collection schemes for disposal of electronic and electrical devices.
The battery inside the Ambu® aScope™ Monitor is to be removed only at the end of the product lifetime. The battery must be disposed of in accordance
with local regulations and collection schemes for disposal of batteries. In order to remove the battery, use a Torx screwdriver to remove the battery lid.
13. Trouble-shooting guide
If problems occur with the system, please use this trouble-shooting guide to identify the cause and correct the error.
No Picture
Cause
Ambu® aScope™ not connected to Ambu® aScope™ Monitor
Ambu® aScope™ Monitor not turned on
Brightness and contrast settings are wrong
Ambu® aScope™ not turned on
No power on Ambu® aScope™ Monitor
Low picture quality
Cause
Light reflecting on the monitor screen
Dirty/damp screen
Brightness and contrast settings not optimal
Blood, saliva etc. on the lens (distal tip)
14. Warranty and replacement program
The warranty period for the Ambu® aScope™ Monitor is one year from delivery to the customer. We agree to replace an Ambu® aScope™ Monitor free of
charge if proof can be provided of faulty materials or faulty workmanship. In doing so we cannot accept the cost of transportation or risk of shipment.
There is no warranty on the Ambu® aScope™.
A defective Ambu® aScope™ Monitor must be handled exclusively by persons authorised by Ambu A/S. During our inspection of the Ambu® aScope™
Monitor you will receive an identical replacement of the Ambu® aScope™ Monitor.
To prevent infection, it is strictly forbidden to ship contaminated medical devices. The medical device (Ambu® aScope™ Monitor or Ambu® aScope™)
must be decontaminated on site before shipment to Ambu. The cleaning and disinfection procedures explained in 12.4 and 12.5 shall be followed. Ambu
reserve the right to return contaminated medical devices to the sender.
Concentration
Preparation
70-80%
80cc of 95% Isopropyl (alcohol) added to 20cc of purified water (PURW)*
Action
Connect an Ambu® aScope™
Turn monitor on. Allow about 10 seconds start-up time.
Adjust contrast and brightness using the designated buttons on the monitor
Turn Ambu® aScope™ on
Charge Ambu® aScope™ Monitor or connect the Ambu® aScope™ Monitor to the
power supply. This can be done during the procedure
Action
Move the monitor to a position where no direct light influences the screen
Wipe the screen with a clean cloth
Adjust the contrast and brightness using the designated buttons on the monitor
Wipe the lens with a clean cloth
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