Diagnostic imaging device having protective facade and method of cleaning and disinfecting same
US9414804B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 24, 2007 |
| Grant date | Aug 16, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 1, 2033 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2562/247
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A diagnostic imaging device is provided that includes a display panel, a set of switches including at least one of a proximity switch and a capacitive switch, and a one-piece non-flexible facade covering the display panel and the set of switches. The facade is transparent over at least a portion of the display panel and configured such that the set of switches are operable by a user. A method for cleaning the imaging system includes operating the diagnostic imaging device, including the set of switches, by touching the one-piece non-flexible facade with human fingers or a stylus over selected switches, and, after said operating the diagnostic imaging device, disinfecting the diagnostic imaging device by cleaning the one-piece non-flexible facade with quaternary ammonium or isopropyl alcohol, or both.
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