Decontaminating; Disinfecting - ResMed Defy Mini User Manual

Decontaminating

Before the disinfection process, each component must be cleaned and rinsed so no visible
contamination is present.
1. Clean all components with a soft bristled brush for one minute while soaking in detergent
solution (see table below). Pay particular attention to all crevices and cavities.
2. Thoroughly rinse each component according to the detergent manufacturer's instructions.
ResMed has tested the following detergents according to the manufacturer's instructions:
Detergent
Alconox (diluted at 1%)
Neodisher MediZym (diluted at
2.0%)

Disinfecting

In the procedures below, only one disinfection process needs to be performed.
High level thermal
Part
Cleanable humidifier
Air outlet
1. Soak the disassembled components in a hot water bath at pasteurizing temperature.
Take care that no air bubbles are trapped against the components.
2. Air dry out of direct sunlight and/or heat.
High level chemical
Part
Cleanable humidifier
Air outlet
1. Soak the disassembled components in a commercially available solution of a chemical sterilant.
Take care that no air bubbles are trapped against the components.
2. Thoroughly rinse the cleanable humidifier in drinking quality water (five litres per assembly) by
immersing it completely for a minimum of one minute in duration.
3. Repeat the rinse procedure two additional times using fresh water for a total of three rinses.
4. Air dry out of direct sunlight and/or heat.
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Water temperature
Hot water (approx 60°C)
Warm water (approx 45 to 60°C)
Room temperature water (approx 21°C)
Warm water (approx 45 to 60°C)
Validated number of cycles
Hot water: 90°C for 1 minute OR 75°C for 30 minutes OR 70°C for 100 minutes.
Due to specific regional requirements, ResMed cleanable humidifiers have been tested
for disinfection (100 cycles) at 93°C for 10 minutes
10
10
Validated number of cycles
CIDEX OPA Ortho-phthalaldehyde
0.55% for 12 minutes
10
10
Cleanable Air outlet
humidifier
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