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Serial Number
Serial Number Location
The InfoV.A.C.® has a serial number label, illustrated at right, that is located on
the side of the unit in the canister recess. This serial number will be recorded
on the InfoV.A.C.® Therapy System Required Service Record form.
Cleaning and Disinfection
Cleaning and disinfection of the InfoV.A.C.® Therapy Unit includes wipedown of all hard surface components.
The InfoV.A.C.® Therapy Unit must be cleaned and disinfected:
1. if it becomes soiled during patient use, or
2. between each patient use.
Infection Control
Institutional policies regarding infection control may vary; however, KCI recommends the following regarding infection
control when processing KCI V.A.C.® Therapy devices:
• Designate contaminated and clean areas for separating and storing equipment before and after transport, cleaning and
disinfection. Follow protocols to ensure no cross-contamination occurs between unclean and clean units.
• Use personal protective equipment (PPE) and hand hygiene protocols in accordance with the following standards:
• 29 CFR 1910.1030, OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens Standard
• MMWR October 2002;51 (No. RR-16), Guidelines for Hand Hygiene in Healthcare Settings
• Clean all organic material from the therapy unit prior to disinfection.
• Use hospital-grade cleaners and disinfectants according to the CDC 2008 Guideline for Disinfection and Sterilization in
Healthcare Facilities.
• Do not immerse or saturate the therapy unit with fluids to avoid damage to the electronics in the device.
Follow institutional procedures used for the cleaning and disinfection of other hard surface durable electronic
medical equipment.
Ensure that the InfoV.A.C.® Therapy Unit and its power supply are not connected to AC power when using
cleaning fluids of any nature.
Supplies and Equipment Needed
• antiseptic wipes such as PDI Sani-Cloth
®
Plus wipes (or equivalent)
• clear plastic bags (as appropriate)
• cotton tipped applicators
General Cleaning Recommendations
• Use PPE as appropriate.
• For items that are wiped down, ensure item’s entire surface is completely covered with the cleaning fluid and remains wet
for a minimum of 60 seconds.
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