21-2 Nightingale PPM3 User's Guide April 2019
Recommended cleaning method
Materials
• 70% isopropyl alcohol pad
Procedure
Remove sensor from patient and disconnect from
sensor cable. Wipe off with alcohol pad. Allow sensor
to dry before placing it on a patient.
Masimo IRMA (Mainstream)
CO
2
Probe
Materials
• Cloth moistened with 70% (max) ethanol or
isopropyl alcohol
Procedure
Remove probe from patient and disconnect from
airway adapter. Wipe off with cloth. Allow probe to
dry before placing it on a patient.
Masimo ISA (Sidestream) CO
2
Analyzer
Materials
• Cloth moistened with 70% (max) ethanol or
isopropyl alcohol
Procedure
Remove probe from patient. Keep sampling line
connected while cleaning to prevent liquids and dust
from entering the analyzer via the LEGI connector.
Wipe off with cloth. Allow analyzer to dry before
placing it on a patient.
CAUTION – Always disconnect the PPM3 from AC mains before cleaning.
CAUTION – Do not use harsh chemicals for cleaning – in particular, do
not use disinfectants that contain phenol as they can spot plastics. Do not
steam autoclave, gas sterilize, irradiate, subject to intense vacuum, or
immerse in water or cleaning solution. Be careful to avoid getting cleaning
liquids into connectors or the unit. If this occurs, allow the unit to dry in
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