Maintenance - Integra VACUSIP Operating Instructions Manual

VACUSIP - Operating instructions V04
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Maintenance

5.1 Cleaning and servicing
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Always switch off the VACUSIP and disconnect it from the mains when carrying
out maintenance work.
Clean the VACUSIP housing with a lint-free cloth lightly soaked with mild soap solution in
distilled water or with a 70 % dilution of Isopropyl or Ethanol. Never use bleach (sodium
hypochlorite) or other solvents.
It is recommended to change the hydrophobic filter regularly, at least once a year.
Exchange the filter immediately if liquid has entered.
When working with solvents and other hazardous materials always rinse the hand
operator and tubing with water followed by 70% Ethanol.
5.2 Autoclaving and chemical sterilization
5.2.1 Autoclaving
All parts contacting the liquid can be autoclaved: 500 ml glass bottle, lid with tube fittings,
silicone tubing and hand operator. The hand operator should be taken apart for optimal
decontamination. To disassemble it, hold the silicone cover and pull out the inner part.
Recommendation regarding autoclaving: glass bottle for at least 20 min at 121°C.
The bottle lid has to be always unscrewed and kept loosely on the bottle during
autoclaving.
Silicone may become brittle after extensive autoclaving. Replace the tubings if they are
damaged.
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The hand operator can be autoclaved sporadically for decontamination,
however it is not recommended to autoclave it regularly.
The filter and the instrument itself cannot be autoclaved.
5.2.2 Chemical sterilization
Two methods for chemical inactivation of biohazardous agents are commonly used:
• A suitable disinfectant is added to the full collection bottle and left to react for the
recommended time.
• The disinfectant is added to the empty bottle so that the aspirated liquid gets sterilized
as it accumulates in the bottle. Use disinfectants that are free of chlorine or other
corrosive agents, especially when corrosive vapors are generated and aspirated.
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