7 Cleaning and disinfection
Clean pump and holder as soon as they become contaminated with fluids, and at least once
a week.
After cleaning, the pump should be left to dry for approximately 5 minutes before being
started or reconnected to the mains.
The pump must be cleaned after each patient usage.
WARNING
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Do not submerge the pump in water or any liquid.
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Do not put in dishwasher.
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Do not sterilize the pump, it may damage the pump.
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Do not exchange pumps’ doors, miss match between the door and the pump
can lead to false alarm or system failure.
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The Ambix nova backpack must be cleaned before inserting the pump.
Please refer to its specific accompanying documents.
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Do not use the pump if contamination is not cleaned.
7.1 Recommended cleaning and disinfection agents
Didecyldimethylammonium chloride.
Please contact the appropriate service, responsible for cleaning and disinfection products
in your establishment for further details.
7.2 Prohibited cleaning or disinfection agents
Do not use cleaning or disinfection agents that contain the following substances as these
aggressive agents may damage the plastic parts of the device and cause the device to
malfunction:
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trichloroethylene
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abrasive detergents
7.3 Cleaning instructions
Prerequisites
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The pump is disconnected from the patient.
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The pump is switched off.
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The power cable and all other cables are unplugged.
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The pump is disconnected from the holder.
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The air is at room temperature (20 to 25 °C).
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The operator is wearing suitable protective equipment.
Protocol
1.
Place the pump and the holder on a cleaned surface or disposable underlay.
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