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Cleaning and Maintenance
Caution Do not sterilize the entire ventilator. Standard sterilization
techniques, including EtO and formalin, may cause damage.
NOTE: Follow the cleaning and sterilization instructions provided by
the manufacturer of each assembly as well as your facility’s policy.
Autoclave Sterilization:
1. Clean/Inspect
2. Sterilize
3. Dry
4. Reassemble
5. Perform Circuit Check on fully assembled breathing circuit after
installation.
EtO (Ethylene Oxide) Sterilization:
1. Clean/Inspect
2. Sterilize
3. Aerate (to dissipate residual gas absorbed by the part)
4. Reassemble
5. Perform Circuit Check on fully assembled breathing circuit after
installation.
Guide to Cleaning and Sterilizing
Table 6-1
Ventilator/
Component
Accessory
Cleaning and Sterilization
Methods
Additional
Information
Ventilator
exterior,
including
control panel,
cart, support
arm, humidifier,
and exhalation
filter heater
Clean and disinfect with a
cloth dampened with a surface
disinfectant cleaner, according
to your facility’s infection control
policy.
Environments that have resistant
strains of bacteria may require
the use of a buffered bleach
solution to clean the surfaces
between patients (consult your
facility’s cleaning procedures).
After cleaning, wipe off all
cleaning agent residues to
prevent buildup.
Vacuum rear vents to remove
dust.
Do not allow liquids
into components or
cable connections.
Do not attempt to
EtO sterilize or use
pressurized air to
clean or dry.
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