Welch Allyn Video Colposcope - User Manual - Manual (Page 29)

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Maintenance
Disinfecting Solutions
The disinfecting solutions listed below are safe for cleaning the housing of the video
colposcope if used according to the manufacturer’s instructions for cleaning and
disinfecting, and in accordance with procedures detailed in the cleaning section of this
manual.
• 70% isopropyl alcohol
• 10% mild bleach solution
• 10% Wescodyne
Video Colposcope Cleaning
Turn the power switch off and unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet prior to
cleaning.
The video colposcope housing can be wiped down with a cloth dampened slightly with a
mild solution of disinfectant. Be careful not to allow the plug prongs to get wet. Also be
careful not to allow the camera lens or lamp lens to get wet.
Lens Cleaning
Camera Lens
Clean the camera lens with isopropyl alcohol or any commercial lens cleaner.
Note References to brand names are not endorsements of their efficacy as disinfecting
solutions. However, tests have shown these solutions to be compatible with
Welch Allyn colposcopes, providing the manufacturers’ directions are followed.
Caution Do not sterilize.
Caution Do not spray or allow solution to drip into the air vents.
Caution Do not immerse any part of the unit in cleaning solutions.