Cleaning the Equipment
WARNING!
Required Materials and Supplies
Tuberculocidal, germicidal cleaning solution. Vetland recommends Metrex Cavicide
(P/N
)
550-1024
CO
absorbent material. Vetland recommends Litholyme
2
Clean container for washing and rinsing valves
Clean cloths for wiping down surfaces and drying components
Personal Protective Equipment (masks, eye protection, gloves)
Disposition of Breathing Circuit Components
The following steps should be performed after each use of the anesthesia system:
WARNING!
1. Disconnect the used patient breathing circuit and clean or discard in accordance with the
manufacturer's recommendations.
2. Disconnect the breathing bag from EX3000 bag mount and discard in accordance with Federal,
state, and local regulations.
3. Follow the manufacturer's recommended disinfection or sterilization process for reusable hoses,
masks, endotracheal tubes, etc.
7-2
Maintenance of the anesthesia system involves possible contact with biological
and chemical hazards. Wear gloves, mask, and eye protection during all cleaning
procedures.
To prevent the spread of infection, do not attempt to re-use disposables, masks,
hoses, and bacteria filters labeled for "single use."
TM
(P/N 561-1310 or 561-1410)
®
Maintenance