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Probe Overview
LOGIQ E9 User Guide 3-3
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Probe handling and infection control
This information is intended to increase user awareness of the 
risks of disease transmission associated with using this 
equipment and provide guidance in making decisions directly 
affecting the safety of the patient as well as the equipment user.
Diagnostic ultrasound systems utilize ultrasound energy that 
must be coupled to the patient by direct physical contact.  
Depending on the type of...

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After the Exam is Over
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Endocavitary Probe Handling Precautions
If the sterilization solution comes out of the endocavitary probe, 
please follow the cautions below.
CAUTIONSterilant Exposure to Patient (e.g., Cidex)—Contact with a 
sterilant to the patient’s skin or mucous membrane may cause 
an inflammation. If this happens, refer to the sterilant’s 
instruction manual.
Sterilant Exposure from Probe Handle to Patient (e.g., 
Cidex)—DO NOT allow the...

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Probe Overview
LOGIQ E9 User Guide 3-5
Direction 5180302-100 Rev. 1
Probe Cleaning Process
Cleaning probes
Perform After 
Each UseTo clean the probe:
1.  Disconnect the probe from the ultrasound console and 
remove all coupling gel from the probe by wiping with a soft 
cloth and rinsing with flowing water. 
2.  Wash the probe with mild soap in lukewarm water.  Scrub 
the probe as needed using a soft sponge, gauze, or cloth to 
remove all visible residue from the probe surface. Prolonged 
soaking or...

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After the Exam is Over
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Cleaning probes (continued)
 Figure 3-1. Probe Immersion Levels
1. Fluid Level 

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Probe Overview
LOGIQ E9 User Guide 3-7
Direction 5180302-100 Rev. 1
Disinfecting probes
Perform After 
Each UseUltrasound probes can be disinfected using liquid chemical 
germicides. The level of disinfection is directly related to the 
duration of contact with the germicide. Increased contact time 
produces a higher level of disinfection.
CAUTIONReview the probe care card that is packed with each probe. 
The following website contains the most current and up-to-date  
recommendations:...

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KlenzymeXX
Metricide 14 X X X X X X X X X X X X
MetriWipesXX
Milton X
NUCLEAN IIX
PeraSafe X X X X X X X X X X X
RelyOn MDC 
(Virkon)X
Sani-Cloth 
ActiveXX
Sani-Cloth 
GermicidalXX
Sani-Cloth HB X X X X X X X X X X X X
Scan XX XXXX X XX X X
Sekusept PlusX
Septiwipes X X X X X
Sonogel X X X X X X X X X X X X
Sporox II X
Ster Bac BluXX XXXX X XX X X
Transeptic 
Sp r a yXXXXXX
T-Spray XX XXXX X XX X X
T-Spray II XX XXXX X XX X X...

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Probe Overview
LOGIQ E9 User Guide 3-9
Direction 5180302-100 Rev. 1
Disinfecting probes (continued)
1.  Prepare the germicide solution according to the 
manufacturers instructions. Be sure to follow all precautions 
for storage, use and disposal.
2.  Place the cleaned and dried probe in contact with the 
germicide for the time specified by the germicide 
manufacturer.  High-level disinfection is recommended for 
surface probes and is required for endocavitary and 
intraoperative probes (follow the...

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Disinfecting probes (continued)
CAUTIONCREUTZFIELD-JACOB DISEASE
Neurological use on patients with this disease must be 
avoided.  If a probe becomes contaminated, there is no 
adequate disinfecting means.
Biological
Hazard
WARNINGUltrasound transducers can easily be damaged by improper 
handling and by contact with certain chemicals.  Failure to 
follow these precautions can result in serious injury and 
equipment damage.
•  Do...

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Probe Overview
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Coupling gels
ApplyingIn order to assure optimal transmission of energy between the 
patient and probe, a conductive gel or couplant must be applied 
liberally to the patient where scanning will be performed.
PrecautionsCoupling gels should not contain the following ingredients as 
they are known to cause probe damage:
•  Methanol, ethanol, isopropanol, or any other alcohol-based 
product
• Mineral oil
• Iodine
• Lotions
• Lanolin
•...

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System Presets
Foreign Language Keyboard Setup
Keyboard Setup for non-Russian/Greek Languages
To set up the keyboard for non-Russian/Greek languages: 
NOTE:  You must apply the changes on each setup page before moving 
to the next page. 
1.  In Utility--> System--> General, set the Language as 
desired. Save this setting, but do not reboot the system yet. 
2.  Press Regional Options, select the Language tab, press 
Details,...
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