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Cleaning the Vivo 40 and Replacement of Accessories
Vivo 40 users manual
Doc. 003821 En-Uk E-1
Patient Circuit
Always replace the patient circuit with a new one when the Vivo 40 is to be used
by a new patient.
All parts that come into contact with the respiration gas must be cleaned.
If using patient circuit parts recommended by Breas Medical AB, clean as fol-
lows:
1
Place the dismantled parts in hot water containing mild detergent.
2
Remove fouling with a brush.
3
Rinse parts thoroughly under running hot water.
4
Shake water out of all parts.
5
Dry the parts completely.
6
Store in dust-free location.
Check the patient circuit for damage regularly. In case of damage, replace the
circuit.
The patient circuit should always be cleaned, disinfected and replaced in accordance
with the care provider’s instructions.
