Cleaning & Disinfection

If you are looking for a probe sleeve or cover to use with your Butterfly, you may use standard sheaths available from Civco, ProTek, Medline, Sheathes, and other retailers. Tegaderm Film (1624W) has also been tested and is approved for use on the probe over its lifespan. 

For full detailed instructions on cleaning your Butterfly, please reference the User Manual.

To clean the probe: 

1. After each use of the probe, use one of the recommended liquid saturated wipes to remove ultrasound transmission gel from the probe.
2. Disconnect the probe from the mobile device.
3. Wipe the probe, strain relief, cable, and connector with one of the recommended liquid saturated wipes for one (1) minute and until visibly clean.
4. Change the wipes as necessary and repeat the above step until the probe is visibly clean.
5. To dry the probe, use a soft cloth, blot the lens dry. Do not wipe the lens. Dry the rest of the probe, cable, strain relief, and connector.
6. Visually inspect the probe in a well-lit area to ensure all surfaces are clean. If the probe is not clean, repeat the cleaning steps above.
7. Dispose of cleaning material in accordance with all applicable regulations.

⚠️CAUTIONS:

Prevent any fluid from entering electrical or metal portions of the cable's connector during the cleaning and disinfecting process. Damage due to the fluid in these areas may result.

Prevent any fluid from splashing on your mobile device's touchscreen during scanning and during cleaning. Damage due to fluid may result.

To disinfect the probe:

After cleaning the probe, you must disinfect the probe.

It is recommended that you use Super Sani-Cloth® Germicidal Disposable Wipes by PDI, Inc or bleach (0.6% Sodium Hypochlorite) and clean non-linting wipes.

⚠️WARNING! Always inspect the probe before and after cleaning, disinfection, or use. Check the lens face, cable, housing, seams, and connector for signs of damage such as cracks, chips, abrasions, or leaks. To avoid the risk of electrical hazards, do not use the probe if there is any sign of damage.

To disinfect the probe using the Intermediate-Level Disinfection (ILD) method with Super Sani-Cloth® Germicidal Disposable Wipes by PDI:

1. Wipe the probe, cable, strain relief, and connector with a Super Sani-Cloth® Germicidal Disposable Wipe. Use additional fresh wipes as needed.
2. Make sure the treated surface remains visibly wet for a minimum of two (2) minutes paying attention to seams, gaps, gasket material, and recessed areas.
3. Use additional fresh wipes as needed to ensure continuous two (2) minutes of contact time.
4. Allow to air dry.
5. Once clean and disinfected, visually inspect the probe, strain relief, cable, and connector for signs of damage or wear.

To disinfect the probe using the Intermediate-Level Disinfection (ILD) method with bleach (0.6% Sodium Hypochlorite) and clean non-linting wipes:

1. Wipe the probe, cable, strain relief, and connector using a clean non-linting wipe wetted (damp but not dripping) with bleach (0.6%). Use additional fresh wipes as needed.
2. Make sure the treated surface remains visibly wet for a minimum of ten (10) minutes paying attention to seams, gaps, gasket material, and recessed areas.
3. Use additional fresh wipes as needed to ensure continuous ten (10) minutes of contact time.
4. Allow to air dry.
5. Once clean and disinfected, visually inspect the probe, strain relief, cable, and connector for signs of damage or wear.

High-Level Disinfection (HLD)

Note: Perform the following steps to make sure that your probe is compatible with High-Level Disinfection (HLD) before using HLD.

To make sure your probe is compatible with HLD:

1. Open your Butterfly iQ app while your probe is plugged into your mobile device.
2. Tap the gear icon to display the Settings screen.
3. Tap My iQ to display the My iQ screen.
4. Ensure that the High-Level Disinfection Supported line indicates Yes.
5. Proceed with HLD only if supported on your probe.
6. Disconnect the probe from the mobile device.

Cidex OPA, Trophon2, Virusolve+ EDS, and Virusolve+ Concentrate are compatible with the Butterfly iQ. Follow the manufacturer's instructions for disinfection using those products.

Disinfecting the Mobile Device

It may be necessary to disinfect your mobile device after use. For details, refer to your mobile device’s policy and website for support.