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Instructions for use
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Atlan A300, A300 XL, A350, A350 XL SW 1.0n
Reprocessing
13 Reprocessing
13.1 Safety
instructions
Reusable products
Reusable products must be reprocessed, otherwise there is an increased risk of
infection.
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Follow the infection prevention policies and reprocessing regulations of the
health-care facility.
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Follow the national infection prevention policies and reprocessing regulations.
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Use validated procedures for reprocessing.
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Reprocess reusable products after every use.
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Follow the manufacturer's instructions for cleaning agents, disinfectants, and
reprocessing devices.
Signs of wear, e.g., cracks, deformation, discoloration, or peeling, may occur with
reprocessed products.
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Check the products for signs of wear and replace them if necessary.
Disposable products
Disposable products such as, e.g., the sample line and the water trap, have been
designed, tested, and manufactured exclusively for single use. Reuse,
reprocessing, or sterilization can result in failure of the accessory, incorrect
measurements, and injury to the patient.
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Do not reuse disposable products.
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Do not reprocess disposable products.
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Do not use any disinfectants.
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Do not reprocess with elevated pressure from syringes or compressed air.
Risk of infection
The breathing system may be contaminated with infectious agents. The following
causes may be present:
– No bacteria filters have been used at the Y-piece or at the expiratory port.
– The breathing system is being used for the first time.
Perform the following measures:
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Use a reprocessed breathing system.
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Reprocess the breathing system if necessary.
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To prevent future contamination, use patient-side bacteria filters.
