Welch Allyn Rechargeable laryngoscope handles - User Manual - Manual (Page 3)

Directions for use Welch Allyn rechargeable fiber optic and standard 3
laryngoscope handles
Initial cleaning and
disinfection:
Drying:
Maintenance,
inspection and
testing
1. Follow the germicidal wipe manufacturer’s instructions
to clean all exposed surfaces of handle parts, bottom
cap (and lamp cartridge for 60713 & 60835).
2. If necessary, brush with a dry, soft-bristled brush and
re-wipe to loosen/remove excessive visible soil.
3. After all visible soil is removed, re-wipe to wet all
surfaces and allow adequate contact time for
disinfection as directed by the germicidal wipe
manufacturer.
CAUTION: Only use quaternary ammonium
isopropanol based germicidal wipes.
Allow components to air dry.
1. Inspect each component areas noted below for
damage or deterioration:
• In Figure 2, inspect (1) REF 60710 or 60720,
(2) Handle Top, (3) Handle Bottom, (4) Battery, and
(5) Bottom cap
• In Figure 3, inspect (1) REF 60713 or 60835,
(2) Handle, (3) Lamp cartridge assembly, (4) Battery,
and (5) Bottom cap
WARNING: Discard any component that
shows evidence of damage or deterioration.
Contact Welch Allyn for component replacement.
2. Reassemble handle and charge battery as
described under Battery Charging Instructions.
3. Attach handle to a clean and disinfected test blade
assembly in known working condition. Verify that:
• Blade assembly engages and locks onto handle.
• Blade assembly deploys into its locked position on
handle AND lamp illuminates.
• Light output is satisfactory.
If the lamp fails to light or output is low, check or
replace the lamp and/or batteries.
Intermediate level
disinfection
Storage
Re-wipe to wet all surfaces and allow adequate contact time for
disinfection as directed by the germicidal wipe manufacturer.
Store handle per facility practice to allow device to remain
clean, dry, and ready for service.
End of reprocessing instructions for cleaning and intermediate level disinfection.