Cleaning instructions
To avoid the risks of infection and microbial transmission, make sure to adequately clean and disinfect the equipment.
Thoroughly clean and disinfect the pump in the following cases:
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After each patient use
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Before any maintenance
We recommend the following cleaning and disinfecting agent:
Didecyldimethylammonium chloride
(also known as a "Quat" or quaternary ammonium compound)
Other cleaning agents can also be used as long as they do not contain any of the prohibited chemicals:
Trichloroethylene
Abrasive detergents
Undiluted alcohol
The prerequisites for cleaning the pump are:
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The pump is powered off
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The power cord and all other cables are unplugged
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The air is at room temperature
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The operator is wearing suitable protective equipment
The pump has been designed with high use parts having been coloured blue. These are the parts that are handled most often and particular care should be given to them with regards to cleaning.
The protocol for cleaning the pump is as follows:
1. Place the pump on a clean surface or disposable underlay.
2. Use a ready-to-use wipe to remove any major grime.
3. Thoroughly wipe down all exposed surfaces (housing, keyboard, syringe barrel area, syringe guard, plunger driver, disengagement lever, syringe barrel clasp, etc.) of the pump, from top to bottom. You can use the silver handle to lift and move the pump.
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When wiping down the sides, avoid wetting the connector sockets
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Do not allow liquids to run, leak, or drip into the pump housing
4. Make sure the pump remains damp for at least one minute.
5. Set down the pump, and wipe down the silver handle, the attachment lock knob, the screw clamp and the release button.
6. Open the pump door, and gently wipe down the exposed surfaces (tube guides, blue clamp).
7. Using a fresh ready-to-use wipe, thoroughly wipe down all exposed surfaces, including the syringe barrel clasp.
8. Make sure the pump remains damp for at least one minute to dissolve all organic matter.
9. Use a swab to gently scrub the exposed surfaces of the pump. Be sure to scrub along the seams and edges of the control panel, and the narrow or hard to reach areas.
10. Wipe down the power cord and any pump accessories.
11. Allow the pump to dry completely at room temperature.