Disinfection By Immersion (Chemical) - Siare Morpheus ND User Manual

7.2.3 Disinfection by immersion (chemical)

If a steam disinfection chamber is not available, the dismantled parts can be chemically disinfected
by means of immersion.
Immerse the dismantled components in the solution with the disinfectant, following the
manufacturer's instructions.
When disinfection is complete, rinse with running, preferably decalcified, water; shake and drain off
any remaining water. Leave the components to dry completely.
After this first operation and before placing the components in an autoclave, wrap them in muslin or
in a similar material.
Effective sterilization is achieved in an autoclave at 121°C for approx. 15 minutes.
7-4
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Do not disinfect, sterilize or re-use disposable products.
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Disinfect and sterilize every time an infected patient is ventilated.
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In normal conditions, disinfect and sterilize according to how often the
anaesthesia unit is used and in any case at least once a month.
That the components should be checked every time they are sterilized and any
damaged parts should be replaced.
Carrying out a functioning test of the machine whenever parts or components are
replaced.
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Not using formaldehyde or phenol-based disinfectants as they can cause
cracking and reticulation of plastic parts;
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Not using too strong disinfectants as they can compromise the working life of
the immersed parts;
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Rinsing and carefully drying the components since marks and other damage
can occur when the components are exposed to high temperatures.
Always refer to the instructions provided by the autoclave manufacturer regarding
temperature and time.
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