Vetland EX3000, Operator'S Manual

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7-2 Maintenance
Cleaning the Equipment
WARNING!
Maintenance of the anesthesia system involves possible contact with biological
and chemical hazards. Wear gloves, mask, and eye protection during all cleaning
procedures.
Required Materials and Supplies
x
Tuberculocidal, germicidal cleaning solution. Vetland recommends Metrex Cavicide
®
(P/N
550-1024
)
x
CO
2
absorbent material. Vetland recommends Litholyme
TM
(P/N 561-1310 or 561-1410)
x
Clean container for washing and rinsing valves
x
Clean cloths for wiping down surfaces and drying components
x
Personal Protective Equipment (masks, eye protection, gloves)
Disposition of Breathing Circuit Components
The following steps should be performed after each use of the anesthesia system:
WARNING!
To prevent the spread of infection, do not attempt to re-use disposables, masks,
hoses, and bacteria filters labeled for “single use.”
1. Disconnect the used patient breathing circuit and clean or discard in accordance with the
manufacturer’s recommendations.
2. Disconnect the breathing bag from EX3000 bag mount and discard in accordance with Federal,
state, and local regulations.
3. Follow the manufacturer’s recommended disinfection or sterilization process for reusable hoses,
masks, endotracheal tubes, etc.