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CLEANING FOR SINGLE PATIENT USE
VENTILATION SYSTEM
Once a week, or more often if necessary, follow the instructions found in the “Cleaning and Disinfecting the
Ventilation System” section of this chapter.
Daily, or more often if necessary, check and empty the compressor’s condensation tray and replace if
necessary. For more information, see "Checking and Replacing the Condensation Tray" on page 115.
Every three to six months, or more often if necessary, check the compressor’s air inlet filter and replace if
necessary. For more information, see "Checking and Replacing the Air Inlet Filter" on page 116.
Every three to six months, or more often if necessary, check the compressor’s cooling filter assembly and
replace if necessary. For more information, see "Checking and Replacing the Cooling Filter Assembly" on
page 117.
OXYGEN HOSES
If dirt is visible on the outside of the hose, use a clean cloth and mild detergent such as dishwashing soap to
remove it. Replace every six months.
WARNING:
Do not subject Breathe source gas supply hoses to heat sterilization, hot water pasteurization, autoclaving,
radiation sterilization, ethylene oxide gas sterilization, or attempt to clean them in a dishwasher or microwave
oven. Doing any of these may damage the hoses and impair gas delivery.
BREATHE PILLOWS INTERFACE™ AND BREATHE UNIVERSAL CIRCUIT™ CONNECTOR
Once a week, or more often if necessary, follow the instructions found in the “Cleaning the Breathe Interfaces”
section of this chapter.
THIRD-PARTY PATIENT MASK OR TUBE
Follow the manufacturer’s instructions.
