Maintenance and Cleaning
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11.1. Routine Maintenance
WARNING: Do not use lubricants on this device or any of its accessories.
CAUTION: Replace the cannula on a regular basis. Check with your distributor or clinician to
determine how often the cannula should be replaced.
Device will indicate with an alarm when a filter or component needs to be cleaned or changed.
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(Also, see Chapter 1010. Troubleshooting.)
IMPORTANT: The cannula and patient filter can be contaminated from the patient, care in han-
dling these components should be taken.
11.2. Cleaning
WARNING: Do not submerge this device in liquid. Do not expose to water or precipitation.
Do not expose to dusty conditions.
CAUTION: Do not use cleaning agents other than those specified in this manual. Allow the
cleaning solution to dry from the cleaned surface before use.
CAUTION: Always disconnect power and turn off this device before cleaning.
Clean the exterior with a soft cloth slightly dampened with soapy water or with anti-bacterial
wipes (Isopropyl alcohol 70% solution).
Important: The device should receive an external cleaning weekly, accessories should be cleaned
as needed. The device exterior should be cleaned and the patient filter replaced prior to delivering
to a new patient..
Nasal cannula: Refer to the original manufacturer's instructions for cleaning the nasal can-
nula.
11.3. Service Life
The expected service life of the device is 5 years, except for the
sieve beds. The service life of the sieve beds will depend on the
operating conditions. Replace them as needed, indicated by the
check vents alarm. If intake and exhaust vents are not blocked
and the check vents alarm persists, contact your distributor for
instructions on replacing the sieve beds.
11.4. Service Connector
The service connector mates with service harness TF-02091 (5.1
Vdc maximum) and is utilised for service only.
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