5.3Cleaning Instructions
5.3.1MR850 Humidifiers
It is recommended that only the following cleaners be used on the MR850 as at the time of revision of this technical manual. The disinfectants in the list below have been tested to ensure that no damage will result to the outer plastic or metal components of the humidifier.
1.Disconnect the humidifier from any electrical outlet.
2.Clean the humidifier with one of the following recommended disinfectants using a damp cloth:
Isopropyl Alcohol
Normal dishwashing detergent
NOTE: Follow the manufacturer’s instructions carefully.
Use the correct dilution of the disinfectant.
DO NOT immerse the humidifier in any liquid.
3. Wipe the humidifier clear of any cleaning residues before use.
5.3.2Temperature Flow Probe
The cleaning methods listed below meet the FDA regulations for these types of devices, and do not affect the integrity or performance of the probe. It is the user’s responsibility to qualify any deviations from these procedures, both for disinfecting efficacy and physical effect on the probe. For advice on other cleaning methods not mentioned here, contact your local Fisher and Paykel Healthcare distributor.
NOTE: Refer also to the disinfection instructions on the instruction sheet for the airway temperature probe, Ref 185042434.
1.Physically clean the probes, removing all visible contaminants.
2.Disinfect the probes with one of the following solutions:
Sporicidin; Sporox; Cidex; Cidex OPA
OR Sterilise the probe using Ethylene Oxide sterilisation at 55 °C (131 °F), 80 kPa,
allow at least 15 hours for residual ETO to disperse before use.
NOTE: Follow the manufacturer’s instructions carefully. Use the correct dilution of the disinfectant.
CAUTION: DO NOT immerse the black electrical connector plug in disinfectant. DO NOT autoclave probes.
DO NOT use dishwater detergents or solvents.
3.Wipe the airway temperature probes clear of any cleaning residues before use.
4.Store in clean conditions.
Cidex is a registered trademark of Johnson & Johnson Medical Pty. Ltd. North Ryde, NSW, Australia. Sporicidin is a registered trademark of Sporicidin International Ltd, Rockville, MD 20852, USA. Sporox is a registered trademark of Reckitt & Colman Inc. 1655 Valley Rd. Wayne NJ USA
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