Software
Cadwell recommends the following maintenance routine:
Once every week: Reboot all hardware and PC’s. This will ensure that the equipment is running as smooth as possible.
Once every month: Windows updates and security software should be up to date To keep the software running efficiently, we recommend running a database compact and repair on all machines to streamline the software and prevent slowness. The utility can be found at C:\Cadwell\Easy III\DatabaseCompactRepair.exe.
Once every year: The Easy III software and .net framework should be repaired once a year. This will help to prevent any errors while using the software. To do this, open the control panel and access Programs and Features. Select Microsoft .net Framework, right click and select repair. Follow the prompts to repair any damaged files. Follow these steps to repair Easy III.
We highly recommend that all scheduled tasks do not take place during recording. This includes windows update, antivirus lists, policy updates, and software updates. Please schedule them before or after a recording.
Hardware
Cleaning the Equipment:
Always disconnect all components from AC power before cleaning. Do not use acetone to clean the surface of the system components. Clean the amplifier, photic stimulator, power communications module, and remote input box with a damp cloth. Ethanol may also be used for the exterior of the system units. Do not allow direct contact of liquids to the inner parts of the Easy III system.
| Part | Cleaning Instructions |
| Amplifier | Wipe down with a damp cloth with non-conductive distilled water or electronically non-conductive inert surfactants. |
| Remote Input Box | |
| Power/Com Module | |
| Photic Stimulator | |
| EasyNet Module | |
| Amplifier Cables | Wipe Down with a damp cloth with Isopropyl alcohol, non-conductive distilled water or electronically non-conductive inert surfactants. |
| Photic Stimulator Cables | |
| Electrodes and Accessories | Rinse all surface electrodes with warm, soapy water or liquid sterilizing agents; ensure all pastes and gels are cleaned from the electrodes and their cables. |
| SpO2 Sensor | Wipe down with a damp cloth with Isopropyl alcohol, non-conductive distilled water, or electronically non-conductive inert surfactants. |
| Q-Video Mobile | Wipe with a soft cloth slightly dampened in a mild soap-and-water solution. |
While the Easy III system has been carefully designed and manufactured to be reliable and durable, regular cleaning and inspecting of the system will promote the long-term, trouble-free operation of the system. Avoid extremes of physical stress such as dropping the unit or exposing it to extreme temperatures.
Reusable Items
Clean, reusable items after each use. The Easy III cables can be wiped down with a damp cloth or ethanol. Do not allow direct contact of liquids to the connectors on the EasyNet cables.
The Cadwell EEG electrodes can be washed with a hospital grade cleaner such as Envirocide®. Allow the electrodes to air dry before reuse.