ASTOFLO PLUS ECO Instructions for Use
9 Getting started
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WARNING
Risk of infection!
Carefully clean and thoroughly disinfect the device after every use and before
returning it for any repairs.
NOTICE
To avoid damaging during storage, place the heating profile loosely around the
control unit and do not kink or clamp it. Use narrow plaster strips or other
narrow, soft fixation methods (for example cannula fixation, tube holder or
Velcro
®
) to fix the heating profile.
9.4 Cleaning and disinfecting
NOTICE
To avoid damage to the warmer:
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Do not immerse the control unit or the heating profile in liquid.
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Do not disinfect the warmer with these methods/products:
Steam (autoclave)
Hot air
Thermo-chemical cleaning solutions
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Refer to the specific instructions for use of the disinfectants.
CAUTION
Risk of injury!
Damage to the heating profile can cause overheating, therefore follow the
instructions below:
Only disinfect the heating profile with alcohol-based agents or an approved
disinfectant.
Do not use solutions containing hypochlorite (bleach) for disinfecting the
heating profile.
Do not kink or pull the heating profile excessively.
Do not use any clamps or sharp instruments on the heating profile as
damage to the profile or the infusion line inside may result.
Use narrow plaster strips or other narrow, soft fixation methods (for example
cannula fixation, tube holder or Velcro
®
) to fix the heating profile.
Do not use cleaning and disinfection procedures which differ from the
procedure described.
