Disinfection
Disinfection of your device helps to prevent the risk of cross contamination.
Disinfect the exterior of the device, and especially the air outlet, with a damp cloth and a disinfection
solution (eg, Microzid).
Multipatient use
WARNING
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A bacterial/viral filter is mandatory if the device is used on multiple patients.
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In a mulitpatient use environment, you must perform the following before the device is provided
to a new patient:
Mask
Air tubing
Device
Humidifier
Servicing
CAUTION
Inspection and repair should only be performed by an authorised agent. Under no circumstances
should you attempt to open, service or repair the device yourself.
This product should be inspected by an authorised ResMed service centre five years from the date of
manufacture, except for the internal battery which ResMed recommends be tested after two years to
assess the battery life. Prior to this, the device is intended to provide safe and reliable operation provided
that it is operated and maintained in accordance with the instructions provided by ResMed. Applicable
ResMed warranty details are provided with the device at the time of original supply. Of course, as with all
electrical devices, if any irregularity becomes apparent, you should exercise caution and have the device
inspected by an authorised ResMed service centre.
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Reprocess; Cleaning, disinfection and sterilisation instructions are available from
the ResMed website, www.resmed.com/masks/sterilization. If you do not have
Internet access, please contact your ResMed representative.
Replace the air tubing. Alternatively, consult the air tubing instructions for
cleaning and disinfection information.
Disinfect the Stellar as follows:
Use an anti-bacterial cleaning/disinfectant solution such as Actichlor
(chlorine-based cleaning/disinfectant solution
®
alcohol, Mikrozid
AF or CaviCide
solutions), with a clean non-dyed disposable cloth to clean and disinfect the
exterior surfaces of the device. Wipe all accessible surfaces of the device,
including the air outlet (avoid liquid entering any openings in the device).
The approved cleaning agents are suitable for daily use.
Refer to the cleaning product manufacturer's instructions for use for information
on the procedure, concentration and contact time of cleaning agents.
As instructions for humidifiers vary, see the user guide for the humidifier in use.
For multipatient use environment, use the H4i water chamber (disposable) in
place of the H4i reusable water chamber.
)
, 70% Isopropyl (Isopropanol)
®
(alcohol-based cleaning/disinfectant
™
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