Cleaning And Disinfection - Veridian Healthcare 11-503 Instruction Manual

CLEANING AND DISINFECTION

The nebulizer and mouthpiece should be thoroughly cleaned after each use and disinfected
each day if on a regular therapy program unless a different cleaning regimen is specified by
your healthcare professional; additional hygienic precautions may be required for use with
high-risk patients. Always follow the direction of your healthcare provider.
Cleaning:
1. Ensure that the power cord is disconnected from the power outlet.
2. Disconnect the air tube, nebulizer and
mouthpiece. Do not wash or submerge the
air tubing.
3. Disassemble the nebulizer by twisting the
top and bottom and separating the pieces,
Fig 1-2.
4. Wash the nebulizer and mouthpiece or mask
in warm water, using a mild detergent. Do
not wash or submerge the air tubing; if
necessary, wipe the outside of the tubing
with a damp cloth taking care not to get water inside the tubing.
5. Allow the nebulizer and mouthpiece to air dry completely, or dry them thoroughly with a
clean, soft towel. Do not store any parts wet as remaining moisture creates a risk of
bacterial growth.
6. Occasionally wipe the body of the unit with a damp cloth and allow it to air dry. Only clean
the body of the unit when it is unplugged and completely cool.
Never use soap pads or powder cleanser to clean any part of the unit. Never use any cleaning
products that may be harmful when swallowed or inhaled.
It is recommended that nebulizers and tubing be replaced periodically depending on the
frequency of therapy treatments or when damaged, cracked or holes appear in the tubing. To
order replacement parts, use the included order form, call Customer Care at 866-326-1313 or
contact your local dealer.
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