Hygienic Reprocessing - Weinmann LIFE-BASE light XS Instructions For Use Manual

8 Hygienic reprocessing

8 Hygienic reprocessing
148 EN LIFE-BASE
The following sections describe the activities required for hygienic
reprocessing. Read this section in full before starting hygienic
reprocessing. If you have any queries on hygienic reprocessing,
please contact the manufacturer WEINMANN Emergency.
Risk of infection resulting from insufficient hygienic
reprocessing!
The use of a portable unit with devices and accessories which have
not been subjected to hygienic reprocessing may lead to infections
if they come into contact with the skin of the patient or user or
the patient's airways. This can result in severe or life-threatening
injury to the patient and user.
 Carry out hygienic reprocessing of the portable unit and
accessories after every use.
 Carry out hygienic reprocessing of the portable unit and
accessories in accordance with the cleaning and disinfection
plan (see "8.7 Cleaning and disinfection plan", page
 Only reuse the portable unit, accessories and other parts if
these have been hygienically reprocessed in accordance with
the cleaning and disinfection plan.
 Hygienically reprocess the attached devices and accessories
according to the instructions for use.
 When hygienically reprocessing the portable unit and
accessories, use only the recommended cleaning agents
and disinfectants.
 Follow the instructions for use of the cleaning agents and
disinfectants used.
 Follow the instructions for use of the accessories.
 Wear suitable personal protective equipment, e.g., gloves.
 Only allow the portable unit and accessories to be reprocessed
by people who are medically qualified and trained in the
treatment of emergency patients.
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