Home Cleaning Instructions: Water Tank; Home Cleaning Instructions: Humidifier Base; Home Cleaning Instructions: Heated Tubing; Hospital And Institution Disinfection - Philips DreamStation User Manual

Home Cleaning Instructions: Water Tank
Hand washing can be performed daily. Dishwashing can be performed once a week.
1. Turn the humidifier setting off, turn the therapy device off, and allow the heater plate and water to cool.
Warning: Allow the humidifier heater plate and water to cool down for approximately 15 minutes before
removing the water tank. A burn may result from: touching the heater plate, coming in contact with the heated
water, or touching the tank pan.
2. Open the humidifier lid with the release lever, and remove the water tank from the humidifier.
3. Wash the water tank in the dishwasher (top shelf only) or in a solution of warm water and a mild liquid dishwashing
detergent. Rinse with clean water. Wipe completely on the top and bottom. Allow the water tank to air dry.
Caution: Use a mild liquid dishwashing detergent only for either hand washing or when using a dishwasher.
Warning: Empty and clean the water tank daily to prevent mold and bacteria growth.
4. Inspect the water tank for damage. If the water tank show signs of wear or damage, contact your home care
provider for a replacement.
5. Before using the water tank, fill it with distilled water (per the directions in the "Daily Use" section) no higher than
the maximum fill line.
Home Cleaning Instructions: Humidifier Base
Warning: Allow the humidifier heater plate and water to cool down for approximately 15 minutes before
removing the water tank. A burn may result from: touching the heater plate, coming in contact with the heated
water, or touching the tank pan.
Warning: Before cleaning the humidifier, always remove from the therapy device.
1. Clean the humidifier base and heater plate by wiping it with a damp cloth. Allow the platform to air dry before
reconnecting to the therapy device.
2. Inspect the humidifier base for any damage and replace it if necessary.
3. Clean the humidifier outlet port by using a damp bottle brush or a damp cloth. Insert the brush or cloth
approximately 2.75 inches (7 cm) into the outlet opening while cleaning.
Home Cleaning Instructions: Heated Tubing
Clean the heated tubing before first use and weekly.
1. Disconnect the heated tubing from the heated humidifier.
2. Gently wash the heated tubing, including connectors, in a solution of warm water and a mild dish washing detergent
to adequately remove adhering substances from the tube and connectors.
3. Rinse thoroughly to remove all soap residue from the tube and connectors with water and allow to air dry. Make
sure the tube and connectors are dry before next use.
4. Inspect the heated tubing for damage or wear (cracking, crazing, tears, punctures, etc.). Discard and replace if necessary.
Hospital and Institution Disinfection: Water Tank, Seal and Heated Tubing
If using the water tank, seal and heated tubing on multiple users, complete the following steps to clean and disinfect
the water tank, seal and heated tubing before each new user.
Caution: Only the hospital and institution cleaning and disinfection procedures listed in this manual are
recommended by Respironics. Use of other cleaning and disinfecting processes, not specified by Respironics, may
affect the performance of the product.
Cleaning Prior to Disinfection
1. Gently wash the items (tank, seal and heated tubing) using Medizyme, or an equivalent enzymatic detergent, and a
soft bristle brush to adequately remove adhering substances.
Note: Pay close attention to all corners and crevices.
Note: A brush is not necessary for the inside of the tube of the heated tubing.
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