Cleaning And Maintenance; Single Patient Use; Weekly - ResMed Astral Series User Manual

Cleaning and maintenance

The cleaning and maintenance described in this section should be carried out regularly.
Refer to the user guides for the patient interface, humidifier and other accessories in use for detailed
instructions for care and maintenance of those devices.
WARNING
•
A patient treated by mechanical ventilation is highly vulnerable to the risks of infection. Dirty or
contaminated equipment is a potential source of infection. Clean the Astral device and its
accessories regularly.
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Always turn off and unplug the device before cleaning and be sure it is dry before plugging
back in.
•
Do not immerse the device, pulse oximeter or power cord in water.
The Astral device can be cleaned using an anti-bacterial solution on a clean, non-dyed disposable cloth.
After replacing any accessory in the patient circuit, ResMed recommends you perform a Learn Circuit.
CAUTION
Clean only exterior surfaces of the Astral device.
The following cleaning solutions are compatible for use on a weekly basis (except as noted) when
cleaning the external surfaces of the Astral device:
• Actichlor Plus
•
Bleach (1:10) (May also be known as 'dilute hypochlorite').
•
Isopropanol
• Cavicide*
•
Mikrozid*
*Suitable for cleaning on a monthly basis only.
Diluted solutions are to be prepared with drinking quality water.
Refer to the cleaning product manufacturer's instructions for use for information on the procedure,
concentration and contact time of cleaning agents.

Single patient use

For all circuit components, follow the manufacturer's recommendations for cleaning and maintenance.

Weekly

1. Wipe the exterior of the device with a damp cloth using a mild cleaning solution.
2. Inspect the condition of the circuit adapter for entry of moisture or contaminants. Replace as
necessary, or at regular intervals not less than once every six months.
3. Test the alarm sounders, refer to Testing the alarm sounders (see page 55).
Helpful hint!
For information on removing and replacing the circuit adapter, refer to Fitting the circuit adapter (see
page 24).
Cleaning and maintenance
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