ResMed Astral Series Cleaning And Maintenance
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- Page 1 Cleaning and maintenance English...
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Page 2: Cleaning And Maintenance
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. -
Page 3: Multi-Patient Use
Cleaning and maintenance Multi-patient use WARNING • To prevent the risk of cross-contamination, an antibacterial filter, placed on the inspiratory port is mandatory if the device is to be used on multiple patients as under some fault conditions, expired gas may be returned through the inspiratory port. •... -
Page 4: Replacing Components
Cleaning and maintenance Replacing components Replacing the air filter Inspect the condition of the air filter and check whether it is blocked by dirt or dust. With normal use, the air filter needs to be replaced every six months (or more often in a dusty environment). CAUTION Do not wash the air filter. - Page 5 Cleaning and maintenance To remove and replace the expiratory flow sensor and antibacterial filter: Before replacing the expiratory flow sensor, turn off the device and remove mains power and/or external battery. 1. Turn over the device and place on a soft surface (to protect the LCD screen). 2.
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Page 6: Replacing The Oxygen Sensor
Cleaning and maintenance Replacing the double limb adapter (expiratory valve) Regularly check the double limb adapter for moisture and contaminants. Replace as necessary using the procedure as described in Connecting circuits. Replacing the Oxygen sensor To remove and replace the oxygen sensor (O cell): Before replacing the O sensor, turn off the device and remove from mains power and/or external... -
Page 7: Replacing The Internal Battery
As the battery ages, the available capacity decreases. When the remaining battery capacity is low, do not rely on the internal battery as the primary power supply. • Only recharge the internal battery inside the device or by using a ResMed approved charger. Avoid hard, physical impact on the device. •... -
Page 8: Maintenance Timetable
Failure to do so could void your Astral device warranty, damage the Astral device or result in possible injury or death. Note: Retain the original packaging of the Astral device for use when shipping to/from an authorised ResMed Service Centre. -
Page 9: Device Information
Replace every six months (or more if necessary). Mask Masks should be reprocessed or replaced between patients. Cleaning, disinfection and sterilisation instructions are available from the ResMed website, www.resmed.com/downloads/masks. If you do not have internet access, please contact your ResMed representative. Patient circuits Follow the protocol of the hospital/healthcare facility and the recommendations of the manufacturer.
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