Cleaning and maintenance
English 131
Multi-patient use
WARNING
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To prevent the risk of cross-contamination, an antibacterial filter, placed on the inspiratory port
is mandatory if the device is to be used on multiple patients as under some fault conditions,
expired gas may be returned through the inspiratory port.
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The expiratory module, internal antibacterial filter, expiratory flow sensor and blue membrane
come into contact with exhaled gases but do not form part of the inspiratory pathway.
In addition to the cleaning and maintenance instructions for single patient use, you must perform the
following before the device is provided to a new patient.
Component
Cleaning/ Maintenance method
Device
Refer to
Cleaning and maintenance (see page 130).
Double limb adapter (used with Double limb circuits)
For general hygiene the Double limb adapter should be replaced or
protected with an antibacterial filter.
Mask
Masks should be reprocessed when used between patients. Refer
to the User guide provided with the mask in use.
Patient circuits
Replace or sterilise. Refer to the manufacturer's recommended
cleaning instructions.
Humidifier
Refer to the User Guide provided with the humidifier in use.
Internal battery
Check the charge level by removing the external power and
operating the device on internal battery for a minimum of ten
minutes. Review the remaining battery capacity and restore
external power.
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