ResMed H5i Disinfection Manual

H5i™ disinfection guide
heated humidifier
This disinfection guide is intended for multipatient use of the H5i in a sleep lab, clinic or hospital. If you are using the H5i
as a single user in the home, refer to the Welcome Guide for cleaning instructions.
This guide describes ResMed's recommended and validated procedures for cleaning and disinfection of the humidifier.
However, the steps for disinfection vary regionally. As a result, each healthcare facility should consult its own procedures
before carrying out those within this guide.

Parts suitable for disinfection

Part
H5i cleanable water tub (including tub lid, plate and base)
Air outlet

Validated disinfection procedures

In the procedures below, only one disinfection process needs to be performed.
Procedures

Disassembly

Disassemble the H5i according to the instructions below.

Cleaning

1. Clean all components with a soft bristle brush for one minute while soaking them in the
detergent
2. Thoroughly rinse each component according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Disinfection and High level thermal
drying
1. Soak the disassembled components in a hot water bath at pasteurising temperature
that no air bubbles are trapped against the components.
2. Air dry out of direct sunlight.
High level chemical
1. Soak the disassembled components in a commercially available solution of a chemical
sterilant
2. Thoroughly rinse
3. Air dry out of direct sunlight.

Inspection

Perform a visual inspection of all components. If any visible deterioration is apparent (cracking,
crazing, tears etc), the water tub should be discarded and replaced. Slight discolouration of the
silicone components may occur and is acceptable.

Reassembly

Reassemble the H5i according to the instructions below.
Store in a dry, dust-free environment away from direct sunlight.
Packaging and
storage
Storage temperature: -20°C to 60°C (-4°F to 140°F).
Cleaning: ResMed has tested the following detergents according to the manufacturer's instructions:
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• Alconox Tergazyme (diluted at 1%) using hot water (approximately 60°C or 140°F) or warm water (approximately 50°C or 122°F)
• Aniosyme DDI (diluted at 0.5%) using room temperature water (approximately 20°C or 68°F)
• Neodisher MediZym (diluted at 2.0%) using warm water (approximately 45°C or 113°F)
High level thermal disinfection: Due to specific regional requirements, ResMed water tubs have been tested for disinfection for 100 cycles using hot
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water (approximately 93°C or 199°F) for 10 minutes.
3 High level chemical disinfection: ResMed cleanable water tubs have been validated for 100 cycles according to the manufacturer's instructions using
solutions of:
• Ortho-phthalaldehyde 0.55% CIDEX OPA for 12 minutes
• Anioxyde 1000 for 30 minutes
• Sekusept aktiv 2.0% for 30 minutes
Rinsing: Thoroughly rinse each component in drinking quality water (five litres per assembly) by immersing it completely for a minimum of one minute
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in duration. Repeat the rinse procedure two additional times using fresh water for a total of three rinses.
solution. Pay particular attention to all crevices and cavities.
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. Take care that no air bubbles are trapped against the components.
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each component according to the manufacturer's instructions.
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High level thermal or chemical disinfection
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CLINICAL USE ONLY
. Take care
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