SUCTION PUMP KV--5
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c) Taking suitable precautions, as dictated by local hospital policy, such as use of personal protective equipment,
empty the jar into a suitable waste disposal system, together with an appropriate quantity of water to dilute the
jar contents.
d) Clean the suction jar and lid as described in Section 4 before re--use.
4 CLEANING CARE AND STO RAGE
4.1 Remove the filter connecting tube and clean using neutral detergent and water. The tube may be sterilised by autoclaving
(upto137˚C max) after removing the90˚ connector,which should be replaced.The microbialfilter should be replaced daily
or when contaminated. Replace the patient connecting tube when contaminated or at the end of each patient list.
CAUTION
The patient tube is not autoclavable.
4.2 Following use, remove the lid from the jar by disconnecting the lid clips and where applicable remove the float assembly.
Clean thoroughly using a soft brush and mild detergent solution. The suction jar cap may be sterilised by autoclaving up
to 137˚C max according to hospital policy, then reassembled for further use.
CAUTION
Do not use phenol-- or chlorine--based disinfectants to decontaminate the suction jar lid as damage and rapid
deterioration of these components will result.
4.3 The suction jar may be sterilised by autoclaving up to 137˚C max according to hospital policy, or disinfected by cold fluid
immersion.
CAUTION
Do not use phenol or chlorine based disinfectants to clean the suction jar as damage to the jar may result.
Do not place alcohol or aldehyde-based detergents, antiseptics or antifoam agents in the suction jar prior to
use, as any vapour released may damage the hydrophobic filter. This may result in fluid ingress to the vacuum
pump, which will then need to be serviced or replaced.
Do not stack suction jars when autoclaving as damage to the jar may result.
Contact with non-ionic detergents, such as those found in thermo-chemical disinfection can cause cracking of
the suction jar.
Ensure the suction jar is thoroughly rinsed with fresh water following disinfection.
4.4 Clean the KV-5 casing, including the microbial filter housing, by wiping with a cloth dampened with detergent and water or
alcohol impregnated swab. Thoroughly rinse off any detergent using a soft cloth dampened with clean water.
4.5 Before storing the KV-5, ensure the unit has been thoroughly cleaned and its accessories have been sterilised or
disinfected. Do not leave a single use liner in the suction jar.
CAUTION
Do not store single use liners in damp or wet conditions as damage to the hydrophobic filter will result and the
liners will be unusable
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