7.3.2 Disposable bacteria filter
Disposable
bacteria filter
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The following are generic agents recommended for cold
sterilization of EXP flow sensor.
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Cidex Plus
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Cidex OPA
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Denatured Ethyl Alcohol
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70% Iso-Propyl Alcohol
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5.25% - 6.15% Sodium Hypochlorite solution
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Sporox II (Hydrogen Peroxide)
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Protex wipes (Octyl decyl dimethyl ammonium chloride, Dioctyl
dim ethyl ammonium chloride, Didecyl dimethyl ammonium
chloride, Alkyl dimethyl benzyl ammonium chloride)
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Hexanios G+R
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Liquid alkaline cleaner
CAUTION
It is important to use a disposable bacteria filter at the expiratory port
of anaesthesia unit between the patient circuit's expiratory limb and
the expiratory flow sensor.
Do not clean or re-use if the filters are the
disposable type.
WARNING!! Risk of device failure
Disposable bacteria filter.
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Do not attempt to sterilize and reuse a disposable bacterial
/HEPA filter. It is meant for single use.
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Do not use filters that aren't in sealed pack.
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Do not try to dry the filter and reuse in the same patient in case
of increased resistance.
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Do not use it longer than the time-period recommended by
manufacturer.
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Do not use filters that had exceeded the expiry date.
Components that cannot be
destroyed should be sterilized
and disinfected according to local
standards.
User manual, DU33ND101