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8700-0006-000 (Rev. 12) 08/2020
4/Cleaning and Disinfection
4.1 Cleaning and Disinfection
WARNING: After patient use, regulators may be contaminated. Handle in accordance with your hospital’s
infection control policy.
CAUTION:
Suctioned fluids drawn into a vacuum regulator do not stop in the regulator. They proceed through it into
the wall outlet and pipeline system. Failure to clean and disinfect the wall outlet and pipeline system may result in
damage to this equipment.
4.1.1 Routine Exterior Cleaning
Routine cleaning of the regulator is recommended as a standard procedure after each use. Wipe all exterior surfaces with
a solution of water and mild detergent and/or an approved cleaning solution.
4.1.1.1 Approved Cleaning Solutions
•
Sodium Hypochlorite 0.5% (Bleach): Mixture of 13 fl. oz. of bleach to 1 gallon (128 fl. oz.) tap water
• Isopropyl Alcohol 70%
• Hydrogen Peroxide 3%
• Cavicide
®
Ready to use full strength
