Digicare Biomedical Technology
Operators Manual Multi-parameter Patient Monitor " LifeWindow Lite LW8 "
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2 - MAINFLOW™ CO2 MAINSTREAM AIRWAY ADAPTERS CLEANING
REUSABLE ADAPTERS
• Clean by rinsing in a warm soapy solution followed by soaking in a liquid disinfectant such as
isopropyl alcohol 70%, a 10% aqueous solution of sodium hypochlorite (bleach), a
gluteraldehyde 2.4% solution such as Cidex®, Steris System 1® or ammonia. It should then be
rinsed out with sterile water and dried.
• May be disinfected using the methods listed below:
• Immerse and soak in Cidex® or equivalent 2.4 glutaraldehyde solution for a 10 hour soak.
• Immerse and soak in Perasafe® or equivalent peracetic acid .26% solution for 10 minutes.
• Cidex® OPA - follow the manufacturer’s instructions for use.
• Before reusing the adapter, ensure the windows are dry and residue free and that the adapter
has not been damaged during handling or the cleaning/disinfecting process.
DISPOSABLE ADAPTERS
• Treat all single patient use airway adapters in accordance with institutional protocol for single
patient use items.
• DO NOT insert any object, such as a brush, into the MainFlow™ CO2 mainstream Sensor
airway adapter. Irreparable damage may occur to the CO2 windows.
3 - MICROFLOW™ CO2 SIDESTREAM MODULE CASE, CABLE AND CONNECTOR
• Use a cloth dampened with isopropyl alcohol 70%, a 10% aqueous solution of sodium
hypochlorite (bleach), a 2% gluteraldehyde solution, ammonia, mild soap or disinfectant spray
cleaner such as Steris Coverage® Spray HB.
• Wipe down with a clean water-dampened cloth to rinse and dry before use. Make certain that
the sensor windows are clean and dry before reuse.
4 - SIDESTREAM AIRWAY ADAPTERS AND SAMPLE LINE
• MicroFlow™ CO2 sidestream on-airway adapters and sidestream sample lines are single
patient use. Treat in accordance with hospital protocols for handling single patient use devices.
5 – OXYGEN SENSOR, DIVERTER AND TEE ADAPTER
• The external surfaces of the oxygen sensor and cable may be cleaned by wiping with a cloth
moistened with a mild detergent solution.
• The diverter and tee adapter may be disinfected by washing them with isopropyl alcohol or
Cidex. The parts must be thoroughly dry before they are used.
C. PATIENT CABLES
• Do not autoclave the patient cables.
• Wipe the cables using soap and water or alcohol. Never submerge the cables in any liquid or
allow liquids to enter the electrical connections.
D. BATTERY
• The LifeWindow Lite LW8 series monitor has one battery 12V / 2.9AH SEALED
ACID. To ensure long life and proper operation follow the instructions:
• Use the LW8 LITE powered by its internal batteries at least once time a month until
the “LO BATTERY” message appears on display.
• If the LW8 LITE is stored for long period without use, connect the LW8 LITE to
the AC line to recharge the batteries for at least 18 hours once for each month period.
• In case you need to replace the battery refer to the service manual.
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