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Professional Nebulizer System Instruction Manual 31
Sterilization of nebulizer unit, T-pieces and neonate
adapters
1. Disconnect the nebulizer unit from the control module,
and then remove the nebulizer unit and adapters from the
ventilator circuit, mask or mouthpiece.
2. Disassemble the nebulizer unit and adapters into
individual components.
3. Remove the filler cap from the nebulizer unit
4. Clean all parts with warm water and mild liquid detergent
in accordance with current hospital protocols. Rinse
thoroughly and air dry.
5. Check for cracks or damage and replace if any defects
are visible.
6. Place the disassembled components into appropriate
sterilization wrapping.
CAUTION: Do not reassemble parts prior to autoclaving.
Sterilize components:
a. Steam sterilization can be performed using the
following three methods:
(i) autoclave wrapped parts using steam
sterilization pre-vacuum cycle, a minimum of
134C (270°F - 275°F) for 3.5 minutes with
drying cycle (134C wrapped cycle).
(ii) autoclave wrapped parts using steam
sterilization pre-vacuum cycle, a minimum of
121C (250°F) for 20 minutes with drying cycle
(121C wrapped cycle).
(iii) autoclave wrapped parts using steam
sterilization pre-vacuum cycle, a minimum of
134C (270°F - 275°F) for 20 minutes with
drying cycle (sometimes referred to as a
“Prion cycle”).