User's Manual

F Series Fetal & Maternal Monitor User Manual Maintenance and Cleaning
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1) Clean the recorder platen with a lint-free cloth dampened in soap/water solution.
2) Wipe the thermal array using a cotton swab moistened with 70% Isopropyl alcohol-based
solution.
3) Check that the paper sensing mechanism is free of dust.
WARNING
Switch off the monitor and remove the power cord prior to recorder cleaning.
13.1.6 Maintaining the Battery
It is required to follow the instructions in this user manual during installation, storage and
maintenance of the battery.
When the battery is charged, used or stored, keep it away from objects or materials with static
electric charges.
The recommended charge temperature range is from 0 ºC (+32 ºF) to +40 ºC (+104 ºF). Do not
exceed this range.
When not using battery for an extended period, remove it from the monitor and store it in a place
with low humidity and low temperature.
Batteries have life cycles. If the time that the monitor uses the battery becomes much shorter than
usual, the battery life is at an end. Replace it with a new one the same as the one provided or
recommended by the manufacturer.
13.2 Cleaning
In order to avoid infection, clean and disinfect the monitor and accessories after each use.
13.2.1 Cleaning of Monitor
and Base Station
Regular cleaning of the monitor enclosure and the screen is strongly recommended.
WARNING
1 Unplug the monitor and the base station from the AC power source and detach all
accessories before cleaning. Do not immerse the unit in water or allow liquids to enter
the case.
2 If liquid is splashed on or into the main unit inadvertently, or enters the conduit, stop
using the monitor and contact the manufacturer for service immediately.
The solutions recommended for monitor cleaning are: mild near neutral detergent, ethanol 75%
and isopropanol 70%.
Clean the monitor
and the base station enclosure with soft cloth and diluent non-caustic
detergents recommended above.
Clean the screen
and the charging point in the docking slot with a dry soft cloth.