Cleaning - O-Two Equinox Advantage User Manual

4.2. Cleaning

Routine cleaning of the device shall be undertaken to maintain the
device in a clean condition.
Patient circuit with mouth piece of the device is intended for single
use and shall be discarded after each patient use in accordance
with local protocols and replaced with a new circuit.
All other components should be wiped clean with a mild soap
solution or hard surface disinfectant suitable for the materials of
manufacture of the device. Under no circumstances should the
complete unit be allowed to be soaked or immersed in cleaning
solutions.
Detailed cleaning procedures are as follows:
1. Ensure that the device is disconnected from the gas supply
source.
2. Remove N
soap or hard surface disinfectant. Ensure no cleaning solution
enters the hoses.
3. Remove the single patient use circuit from the device and
dispose of safely in accordance with local protocols.
4. The enclosure of the device can be wiped over with a soft
cloth and mild soap solution or hard surface disinfectant.
Ensure no cleaning solution enters the input fi ttings. If there
is ingrained contamination a soft bristled brush may be used.
5. Dry all components thoroughly.
6. Attach a new patient circuit and connect the unit to gas supply
to check function prior to packaging for emergency use.
Do not attempt to clean and sterilize any components that are
designated as disposable.
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