Tutorial Videos & Training Guides
Trusted training resources to support your clinical staff between scheduled ABS service visits.
Schedule Staff TrainingHow to Use a C-arm: Spine Positioning
Video walkthrough showing how to position the C-arm to obtain AP and lateral spine images on GE OEC mobile C-arms.
How to Use a C-Arm
AP & lateral positioning: center anatomy, align spinous processes, and adjust locks. Use oblique, cranial/caudal, and wig-wag controls for accurate imaging — open guide for full steps.
Guideline for Disinfection & Sterilization in Healthcare Facilities
CDC's comprehensive evidence-based guide covering cleaning, disinfection levels (low, intermediate, high), and sterilization methods for all healthcare equipment categories.
Care, Cleaning & Disinfection of Pulse Oximeters & Patient Monitors
WHO guidance on proper cleaning and disinfection procedures for pulse oximeters and patient monitoring equipment — between patients and at end of shift.
Cleaning Medical Equipment: Best Practices & Spaulding Classification
Step-by-step overview of pre-cleaning, cleaning, disinfection, and sterilization — including the Spaulding classification system for determining appropriate processing levels.
Cleaning & Disinfection of Common Medical Equipment — Device-Specific Protocols
Device-by-device cleaning protocols covering patient monitors, defibrillators, ultrasound probes, ECG leads, BP cuffs, and SpO2 sensors. Includes approved agents and what to avoid.
How to Clean an Ultrasound Probe — Step-by-Step
Detailed pre-cleaning and cleaning procedure for ultrasound transducers. Covers bioburden removal, gel wiping, rinsing, drying, and visual inspection before disinfection.
High-Level Disinfection of Ultrasound Transducers — Part I & II
Covers HLD requirements for semi-critical probes (endovaginal, transesophageal, transrectal). Explains Spaulding classification, MRC testing, and HLD solution selection.
AIUM Official Guidelines — Cleaning Ultrasound Transducers Between Patients (2025)
The industry standard reference from the American Institute of Ultrasound in Medicine. Covers internal and external transducer preparation, probe covers, and gel handling requirements.
Ultrasound Machine Cleaning & Disinfection — Full System Guide
Covers cleaning the full ultrasound system: surface, display screens, probes, cables, keyboard, and transducer receptacles. Lists approved disinfectants and common damage mistakes to avoid.
Autoclave Chamber Cleaning — Video Tutorial & Step-by-Step Guide
Video walkthrough + written guide on cleaning your autoclave chamber. Covers why regular cleaning is critical, approved cleaners, weekly vs. monthly protocols, and rust prevention.
Autoclave Maintenance Schedule — Weekly, Monthly & Annual Tasks
Practical maintenance calendar for tabletop autoclaves (Tuttnauer, Midmark M9/M11). Covers door gasket inspection, spore testing, water reservoir cleaning, and annual wear-part replacement.
How to Clean & Care for Your Midmark M9/M11 Autoclave — Official Video
Official Midmark video training guide covering daily and weekly cleaning and maintenance for the M9/M11 autoclave. Demonstrates reservoir draining, chamber cleaning, filter care, and Speed-Clean usage.
Proper Use, Setup & Operation of the Midmark M11 Autoclave — Official Video
Official Midmark training video covering setup, proper use, and full operation of the M11 autoclave — including reservoir fill, cycle selection, loading procedures, and sterilization cycle monitoring.
How to Clean Surgical Instruments — 12-Step Pre-Sterilization Guide
Comprehensive walkthrough of surgical instrument cleaning before sterilization: pre-soak, enzymatic cleaning, rinsing, inspection, and proper autoclave loading to ensure full steam penetration.
How to Use Autoclaves for Sterilization in Healthcare Settings
Beginner-friendly guide covering autoclave principles, item preparation, loading procedures, cycle monitoring, post-cycle handling, and common sterilization mistakes to avoid.
Cleaning Your Physio-Control AED or Manual Defibrillator
Official manufacturer-sourced guide listing approved cleaning solutions for Physio-Control/LIFEPAK devices, step-by-step cleaning procedures, and frequency recommendations for AEDs vs. manual defibrillators.
LIFEPAK 15 Official Cleaning & Safety Instructions
Official cleaning safety guidance for the LIFEPAK 15 monitor/defibrillator. Covers approved agents, what to never use (bleach, phenolics, ketones), and important electrical safety precautions during cleaning.
Defibrillator Cleaning & Disinfection Protocol — Step-by-Step
Manufacturer protocol for defibrillator cleaning: power-down procedures, surface cleaning, cable and paddle disinfection, approved agents, and drying requirements before return to service.
LIFEPAK 15 — Operation, Features & Maintenance
Comprehensive video overview of the LIFEPAK 15 monitor/defibrillator, covering operation, key features, and basic maintenance for clinical use.
Pulse Oximeter Patient Instructions — Setup, Use, Cleaning & Storage
Complete patient and staff guide: proper probe placement, reading interpretation, SpO2 accuracy factors, sensor cleaning with 70% IPA, cable care, alarm settings, and storage best practices.
Best Practices for Cleaning & Maintaining Pulse Oximeters
Clinical staff guide covering disinfection frequency, approved cleaning solutions, sensor reuse vs. disposal, functional verification, battery maintenance, and when to retire a device (5-year guideline).
Philips IntelliVue — Care & Cleaning of Patient Monitoring Equipment
Official Philips cleaning manual for IntelliVue patient monitors: approved disinfectants, display screen care (no bleach, no paper towels), trackball cleaning, cable handling, and preventing liquid ingress.
How to Use a Pulse Oximeter
Official Covidien / Nellcor video tutorial covering pulse oximeter setup, sensor placement, SpO2 monitoring, accurate readings, and basic bedside patient monitoring tips.
How to Maintain & Clean Medical Equipment — General Guide
Broad overview for clinical staff: reading IFUs, selecting correct cleaning agents, daily vs. weekly maintenance tasks, visual inspection checklists, and why proper maintenance prevents costly breakdowns.
Best Practices for Cleaning & Disinfecting Patient Care Equipment
Practical guide on routine inspection routines, effective storage to prevent contamination, and implementing cleaning protocols that protect both equipment longevity and patient safety.
5 Tips for Maintaining Portable Ultrasound Machines
End-user maintenance tips for portable ultrasound: daily cleaning, cable storage, battery cycling, software update schedules, probe inspection, and when to schedule professional calibration service.
How to Clean Medical Devices — Sterile Processing Guide for SPD Staff
No-nonsense SPD guide covering pre-cleaning, enzymatic soaking, instrument inspection, autoclave loading best practices, and sterile storage. Reinforces why cleaning must precede sterilization every time.
ABS Can Train Your Clinical Staff On-Site
Our factory-trained BMETs provide hands-on equipment orientation, cleaning demonstrations, and end-user training as part of every service agreement — or as a standalone visit.