34 Hygienic preparation
(1) Always dry the filter before using it again. A damp filter
reduces the pump’s suction capacity.
(2) Do not use any surfactants or alcohol for cleaning, as they can
adversely affect the hydrophobic properties of the filter.
(3) After disinfection, rinse the parts thoroughly with distilled
water and let them dry.
(4)
Steam sterilization at 134 °C with devices to EN 285, dwell time 5
minutes.
(5) Steam sterilization at 121 °C with devices to EN 285, dwell time
20 minutes.
Re-usable collection canister
Collection canister
In warm water with
a mild detergent
Immerse in dilute
solution
(3)
Rinse at up to
95 °C
Steam
sterilization up
to 134 °C
(5)
Secretion cover
Overfill ball
Filter cover
Aspiration tube
Filter
(1)
In clear warm
water
(2)
Not permitted
(2)
Steam
sterilization up
to 134 °C
(5)
Nozzle with
fingertip
Disposable item, re-use not permitted. Use new part for every patient.
Motor unit
Wipe with damp
cloth
Disinfectant wipe Not permitted
Tube holder plate
In warm water with
a mild detergent
Immerse in dilute
solution
(3)
Rinse at up to
40 °C
Not permitted
Accessory bag
30 °C cycle in a
washing machine
(no spin), using a
suitable
disinfecting
additive
Part Cleaning Disinfecting
Rinse in
washing
machine
Sterilization