Care and maintenance
10-3
Exterior and
touchscreen
disinfection
CAUTION: To prevent possible damage to the ventilator, use only those cleaning
and disinfecting agents listed in this manual.
CAUTION: To prevent possible damage to the ventilator, do not drip or spray any
liquids directly onto any surface including the front panel,
touchscreen, navigation ring (legacy versions), and Accept button.
CAUTION: Never clean or disinfect the touchscreen with an abrasive brush or
device, since this will cause irreparable damage.
CAUTION: Do not attempt to sterilize or autoclave the ventilator.
NOTE: Use of unapproved cleaning and disinfecting agents may cause
damage to the enclosure, touchscreen, or parts of the ventilator.
Approved disinfecting agents
The following disinfecting agents are acceptable for use on the touchscreen
and exterior surfaces of the ventilator:
Disinfection instructions
1. Ensure that cleaning was done per the procedure in “Exterior and
touchscreen cleaning” on page 10-2.
2. Apply disinfecting agent to a soft lint-free cloth or use a disposable
wipe. The cloth or wipe should be saturated but not dripping.
3. Wipe disinfecting agent over the entire exterior surface of the
ventilator.
4. Allow disinfectant to remain on the surface for the following
contact times:
• bleach solution — 2 minutes
• hydrogen peroxide — 15 minutes
5. Rinse with a clean cloth dampened with water and allow to dry
completely before reuse.
Table 10-1: Exterior disinfection
Disinfectant
Solution of 1 part 5% sodium hypochlorite (bleach) diluted in 9 parts deionized water.
3% hydrogen peroxide
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