Use Instructions

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5.2.3 Cleaning the hand piece and patient cable
Surface disinfection:
1. Remove the acupuncture needle and be careful to dispose the needle safely.
2. Avoid that any liquid directly enters into the needle holder. Therefore, do not immerse the
front side of the needle holder neither the cable connectors into any cleaning or disinfecting
liquids.
3. Disinfect the hand piece and cables with a 70% alcohol solution.
4. Or make use of a commercial product specific for surface disinfection and cleaning of non-
invasive medical devices.
5. Never disinfect the hand piece or any other accessories in an autoclave. They will damage
by the extreme temperature.
5.2.4 Cleaning the silicone rubber electrode
General cleaning:
1. Clean the electrodes in a non-aggressive soap solution. Do not immerse the connector.
2. Rinse the electrodes thoroughly with water and dry the electrodes.
Surface disinfection:
3. Disinfect the electrodes with a 70% alcohol solution. This can cause the black colour to be
stained, but this does not affect the operation of the electrodes.
4. Or make use of a commercial product specific for surface disinfection and cleaning of
non-invasive medical devices.
5.2.5 Cleaning the sponges
General cleaning:
1. Wash the sponges thoroughly after each use, using a mild household cleaning agent and
warm water.
2. Rinse the sponges thoroughly with clear water and let them dry if not put to use
immediately after cleaning.
Surface disinfection:
3. Sponges can be disinfected by immersing them with a 70% alcohol solution.
4. Immediate replace damaged sponges.
5. Replace the sponge the latest every 6 months.
5.2.6 Cleaning the fixation bandages
1. Clean the bandages in a non-aggressive soap solution, rinse thoroughly and let dry.
2. Or disinfect the bandages in a 70% alcohol solution and let dry.