Ultrasound Probe Repair

Ultrasound Probe Care & Maintenance^*

* Note: These are just tips that doctors and sonographers have found useful in protecting and extending the life of their probe assets. For full care guidelines, refer to your owner's manual.

	Tee	Endocavity	Linear	Phased	Convex
Shipping	Use the right shipping box/case/foam If unavailable, be sure lens and connector are protected and that the insertion tube is not tightly coiled	Use the right shipping box/case/foam If available, be sure lens and connector are protected	Use the right shipping box/case/foam If unavailable, be sure lens and connector are protected	Use the right shipping box/case/foam If unavailable, be sure lens and connector are protected	Use the right shipping box/case/foam If unavailable, be sure lens and connector are protected
Storage	Do not store in case Clamp control housing and connector and let insertion tube freely hang down Clean and dry before storage	Clean and dry before storage Store in a case or box away from heat	Store in a case or box away from heat	Store in a case or box away from heat	Store in a case or box away from heat
Use	Use bite guard Make sure probe is in good condition prior to use (see Probe Assessment) Clean completely after use	Cover with the right protective great (e.g. condom) before insertion Make sure probe is in good shape prior to use (see Probe Assessment) Clean completely after use	Make sure probe is in good condition prior to use (see Probe Assessment) Clean completely after use	Make sure probe is in good shape prior to use (see Probe Assessment) Limit pressure on upper strain (causes CW noise)	Make sure probe is in good condition prior to use (see Probe Assessment) Clean completely after use
Cleaning	Don't leave in cleaning solution for long periods If bending neck rubber is cut or insertion tube is badly worn, don't submerge (should be repaired)	Don't leave in cleaning solution for long periods Place gently into the cleaning container If a crack or lens tear don't submerge (should be repaired)	Use SonoWipe or other wipe down disinfectant If a crack or lens tear don't submerge (should be repaired prior to use)	Use SonoWipe or other wipe down disinfectant If a crack or lens tear don't submerge (should be repaired prior to use)	Use SonoWipe or other wipe down disinfectant If a crack or lens tear don't submerge (should be repaired prior to use)