Cleaning and Disinfection
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[4] Cleaning and Disinfection
WARNING
Before cleaning and disinfecting the unit, be sure to turn the power off, remove the power plug from
the power outlet, and allow the incubator and the heaters to cool down sufficiently.
CAUTION
This product is shipped without being disinfected. Be sure to clean and disinfect the unit before
using it for the first time after purchase.
See the accompanying document of the disinfectant you are going to use for appropriate concen-
tration, contact time and handling. Follow the directions for use and dosage and precautions given
in the document.
Before cleaning or maintaining the unit, check that the oxygen supply to the incubator has been
stopped and that the incubator has been disconnected from the oxygen supply source. Cleaning or
maintaining the incubator in an environment where the oxygen concentration is at a high level may
lead to a fire or an explosion.
Clean and disinfect the unit whenever you use it for another infant.
Clean and disinfect the unit whenever you notice any dirt or stain which might cause infection.
After cleaning and disinfection, assemble the removed parts correctly and check that the unit oper-
ates normally.
After cleaning and disinfection, remove the disinfectant solution completely and then use the incu-
bator.
Obtain a soft clean cloth and a disinfectant solution for cleaning and disinfection.
❋ Recommended disinfectant solutions include:
• Benzalkonium chloride aqueous solution (e.g. Osvan)
• Benzethonium chloride aqueous solution (e.g. Hyamine)
• Chlorhexidine aqueous solution (e.g. Hibitane)
Do not use any abrasive, cleaner, alcohol, acetone or other solvent for cleaning and disinfection. Do not auto-
clave.
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