CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
To prevent possible risk of infection from contaminated cleaning/disinfection solutions, always prepare fresh solution for each cleaning cycle and discard solution
after each use.
NOTE– Disinfection information is based on AARC Clinical Practice Guideline Suctioning of the Patient in the Home.
Disposable Collection Container (with Internal Filter Cartridge)
NOTE– The disposable collection container and lid are meant for single-patient use.
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2
Disconnect from power source. Disconnect tubing and remove
Turn unit
"off" and allow
vacuum to drop.
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7
Soak in 1 part vinegar (>=5%
Wash container, lid and splash
acetic acid concentration) to 3
guard in warm water/
parts water (131˚F-149ºF/55˚C-
dishwashing solution. Rinse
65˚C) solution for 60 minutes.
with clean, warm water.
Rinse with clean, warm water
and air dry.
NOTE– The disassembled container may also be washed in a dishwasher, top shelf only, using a cycle with a water temperature between 131ºF-149ºF/55ºC-65ºC.
Reusable Collection Container (with External Bacteria Filter)
1
2
Disconnect from power source. Disconnect tubing and remove
Turn unit
"off" and allow
vacuum to drop.
For single patient use:
1.
Soak in 1 part vinegar (>=5% acetic acid concentration) to 3 parts water (131ºF-149ºF/55ºC-65ºC) solution for 60 minutes. Rinse with clean, warm water and air dry in a
clean environment.
2.
Soak with a commercial (bacterial-germicidal) disinfectant. Follow disinfectant manufacturer's recommended dilution rates and instructions carefully.
For multi patient use:
1.
After parts are completely dry, place jar and lid in autoclave with the open end down. Ensure parts are not touching. Run one sterilization steam cycle at 250°F (121°C)
for 15 minutes. NOTE-Jar is guaranteed up to 30 cycles of autoclave sterilization at the indicated conditions.
2.
Dispose of and replace filter, tubing and elbow between patients.
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4
Carefully remove lid and
container from holder.
empty contents. NOTE–
Container should be emptied
and cleaned after each use.
3
4
Carefully remove lid and
container from holder.
empty contents. NOTE–
Container should be emptied
and cleaned after each use.
5A
5B
Remove filter cartridge and
Filter MUST NOT get wet. The
filter material cannot be
4 ⁄ " tubing and set aside.
removed from the elbow.
WARNING- Do not remove
float ball from lid. If
removed, float ball may
pose a choking hazard.
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6
Remove bacteria filter, elbow,
Wash jar, lid, o-ring, and
overflow valve in a solution of
and 4 ⁄ " tubing and set aside.
warm water with a mild, liquid
detergent (e.g. Dawn or
Palmolive) and rinse with
clean, warm tap water. Then
disinfect using one of the
following methods.
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