OPR360US H0711
6-11
Cleaning and Maintenance
6
Ventilator/
Component
Accessory
Cleaning and Sterilization
Methods
Additional
Information
e360 fan filter Wash filter in mild detergent
solution, rinse thoroughly, allow
to air dry.
Replace if
damaged.
Inspiratory filter
Expiratory filter
Single patient use: discard.
Reusable: dry, then autoclave.
Replace with each
patient set up and
sooner if expiratory
resistance through
the expiratory filter
is increased or if
visibly wet, soiled,
or contaminated
or as per the filter
manufacturer’s
recommendation.
Exhalation Valve
Inspiratory
Manifold
If filters are not used during
ventilation: disassemble and
clean, then autoclave to sterilize.
If filters are used: clean and
sterilize only as needed.
After sterilization,
perform the
Circuit Check on
the fully
assembled circuit.
Exhalation Flow
Sensor
Remove, Clean, Sterilize.
Approved cleaning and
sterilization methods:
Cleaning: Soak the Sensor
in 70% alcohol solution for
approximately one hour then
gently agitate the sensor while
submerged. When visibly clean,
remove from alcohol and fully air
dry for at least 30 minutes.
Sterilization: Sterilize by EtO. The
sensor cannot be sterilized in an
autoclave.
After sterilization,
perform the
Circuit Check on
the fully
assembled circuit.
If replaced during
use on a patient,
perform the Flow
Sensor Calibration.
NOTE: Newport
Medical
recommends that
the flow sensor
be replaced after
5 cleaning or
sterilizing cycles.
Exhalation Flow
Sensor Cable
Clean/disinfect the Flow Sensor
Cable with a cloth dampened
with an appropriate disinfectant
cleaner (do not soak) between
patients and when visibly soiled.
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