Sterilization; Safety Instructions For Sterilization; General Safety Instructions; Danger For Users, Patients And Third Parties - Atmos Varioair 3 Operating Instructions Manual

5 Sterilization

5.1 Safety instructions for sterilization

5.1.1 General safety instructions

We recommend that you always document all maintenance work and part replacements
in writing.
It is the responsibility of the user to ensure that the required cleaning and disinfection
results are achieved. Validation and routine monitoring of the procedure is usually
necessary.
The sterilization may be carried out only by persons with the necessary expertise. The
person in question must possess the equipment required to carry out the mentioned
measures.
The nozzle, which comes into contact with the patient, must be disinfected after
each use.
The hose tips must be exchanged each time after use.
The surfaces of the Varioair 3 are resistant against most surface disinfectants.
However, do not use any:
• Disinfectants that contain concentrated organic or inorganic acids because they
could cause corrosion damage.
• Disinfectants containing chloramides, phenol derivatives or anionic tensides, be-
cause they may cause stress cracks in the plastic used.
You can also use disinfectant sprays or disinfectant tissues for cleaning and disinfection.
& Use the main switch to switch off the device before beginning with cleaning and
disinfection.
Wipe the device surface with a cloth moistened with cleaning agent or disinfectant.
Make sure no liquid enters the device. All cleaning agents and disinfectants listed in
chapter "5.4 Recommended disinfectants" on page 19 are suitable.
& Any spilled disinfectant must be immediately wiped up.
& Always observe the operating instructions of the manufacturer of the disinfectants,
including, in particular, the concentration specifications.
& The described cleaning and disinfection measures do not replace the relevant
instructions that apply to operation.

5.1.2 Danger for users, patients and third parties

Risk of infection due to unsuitable accessories.
Deadly diseases may be transmitted.
• Always wear your own personal protective gear. The protective gear for all steps
during which the product components are still contaminated consists of protective
gloves, protective clothing, goggles and mouth and nose protection.
• Use only accessories that are easy to sterilize or are disposable products.
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