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MR Injector Module Sterilizing and/or Disinfecting
If the MR injector module was used in the wet/humidified part of the breathing
WARNING:
circuit, it should be sterilized between each patient use.
Caution:
Remove the the injector module cable prior to sterilizing or disinfecting the injector module.
If the MR injector module has been used in the dry part of the breathing circuit, the MR injector module should be
sterilized and/or disinfected in 70% ethyl alcohol after each patient use.
Autoclave Sterilizing the MR Injector Module
1. Disconnect the electrical cable and the injector tube before autoclaving.
2. Autoclave the MR injector module at 134° C for three minutes at 27 psig.
3. After sterilization, examine the parts.
Disinfecting the MR Injector Module
1. Fill a container with 70% ethyl alcohol.
2. Totally submerge the MR injector module in the 70% ethyl alcohol for at least 30
minutes. If debris is noticed on the hot wire sensor, gently agitate the module in
the alcohol bath.
3. Remove the MR injector module from the liquid and drain the excess alcohol
from the module's electrical connector, injector port and inside flowmeter.
If rinsing is required, use a separate bath filled with distilled water.
Note:
4. Allow liquid to evaporate completely before using the MR injector module.
• Do not insert anything into the MR injector module throat in an
Note:
effort to remove contamination or to dry.
• If lint fibers remain wrapped around the hot wire sensor after
drying, do not use the module. Remove it from service and
contact Technical Support.
Patient circuit adapters, patient gas sample line, MR injector module tubing and water separator
Note:
cartridge are single-patient use items. Do not sterilize them. Dispose of all single-patient use items
in accordance with universal precautions for contamination.
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Part No. 20568 Rev-02
2015-08
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