Accutorr 3 Operator's Manual 8-5
8.3 Cleaning and Disinfecting the Accessories
For the NIBP air hose, Masimo SpO
2
cable and Nellcor SpO
2
cable, you should clean and
disinfect them using the cleaners and disinfectants and methods listed in this section. For
other accessories, you should consult the instructions delivered with the accessories.
CAUTION
Fluids entering the NIBP air hose can damage the equipment. When cleaning
and/or disinfecting the NIBP air hose, prevent liquid from entering the hose.
Periodically inspect the NIBP air hose and connector for signs of wear or
deterioration. Replace the NIBP air hose if you detect a leak. Dispose of
damaged NIBP air hose according to local laws for disposal of hospital waster.
Never immerse or soak the accessories in any liquid.
Never clean or disinfect the metalic connectors at either end of the accessories.
Use only Mindray approved cleaners and disinfectants and methods listed in
this section to clean or disinfect the accessories. Warranty does not cover
damage caused by unapproved substances or methods.
To avoid long term damage, the accesories should be disinfected only when
necessary as determined by your hospital’s policy.
8.3.1 Aprroved Accessories Cleaning and Disinfecting Agents
The following table lists approved NIBP air hose cleaning and disinfecting agents:
Product Name Product Type Active Ingredients
Isopropanol Liquid Isopropanol 70%
1-Propanol 1-Propanol 50%
CIDEX
Ⓡ
OPA Solution
Ortho-Phthalaldehyde 0.55%
Metrex CaviCide1™
Diisobutylphenoxyethoxyethyl dimethyl
benzyl ammonium chloride 0.28%,
Isopropanol 17.2%
Virex
Ⓡ
TB
n-Alkyl dimethyl benzyl ammonium
chlorides 0.105%,
n-Alkyl dimethyl ethylbenzyl ammonium
chlorides 0.105%
Rely+On
TM
Virkon
Ⓡ
Powder (Used as 1%
solution)
Powder Used as 1% solution
Biocidal active:
Pentapotassium bis
(peroxymonosulphate) bis (sulphate)
(500g/kg),
Contains dipotassium
peroxodisulphate.1%