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CAUTION
• Do not hang the air tubing in direct sunlight as the tubing may harden over time
and eventually crack.
• Do not use bleach, chlorine, alcohol or aro
matic-based solutions (including all
scented oils), moisturising or antibacterial soaps to clean the air tubing or the
device on a daily basis (other than the approved cleaning agents Mikrozid
®
AF or
CaviCide
®
). These solutions may cause hardening and reduce the life of the
product. The use of cleaners and disinfecting solutions containing alcohol (other
than the approved cleaning agents) is acceptable for periodic cleaning of the
device, such as for cleaning between patients or especially for service periods,
but not recommended for daily use.
Weekly
1 Remove the air tubing from the device and the patient interface.
2 Wash the air tubing in warm water using mild detergent.
3 Rinse thoroughly, hang and allow to dry.
4 Reconnect the air tubing to the air outlet and patient interface.
5 If the device is visibly soiled, wipe the exterior surfaces of the device and the pulse
oximeter (if used) with a damp cloth and mild detergent.
Monthly
1 Wipe the exterior of the device and the pulse oximeter (if used) with a damp cloth and mild
detergent.
2 Visually inspect the air filter to check if it is blocked by dirt or contains holes.
Replacing the air filter
Replace the air filter every six months (or more often if necessary).
WARNING
Do not wash the air filter. The air filter is not washable or reusable.
1 Remove the air filter cover from the back of the device.
2 Remove and discard the old air filter.
3 Insert a new air filter.
4 Refit the air filter cover.