101
15.3.1 Cleaning Instructions
Prerequisites
The pump is powered off.
The power cord and all other cables are unplugged.
The air is at room temperature (68 to 77 °F, or 20 to 25 °C).
The operator is wearing suitable protective equipment.
Protocol
1.
Place the pump on a clean surface or disposable underlay.
2.
Prepare the cleaning solution according to the manufacturer’s
recommendations. Add 1 ounce of cleaning solution per gallon of water.
3.
Wet a piece of gauze or soft cloth with the cleaning agent, and wring out any
excess moisture.
4.
Use the piece of gauze to remove any major grime.
5.
Use the piece of gauze to thoroughly wipe down all exposed surfaces
(housing, keyboard, syringe barrel area, syringe guard, plunger driver,
disengagement lever, syringe barrel clasp, etc.) of the pump, from top to
bottom. You can use the silver handle to lift and move the pump.
When wiping down the sides, avoid wetting the connector sockets.
Do not allow liquids to run, leak, or drip into the pump housing.
6.
Make sure the pump remains damp for at least 1 minute.
7.
Set down the pump, and wipe down the silver handle, the attachment lock
knob, the screw clamp and the release button.
8.
Dampen a fresh piece of gauze with cleaning agent, and gently wipe down the
back side of the syringe barrel clasp and all exposed surfaces in the syringe
barrel area.
9.
Make sure the pump remains damp for at least 1 minute to dissolve all organic
matter.
10.
Use a swab to gently scrub the exposed surfaces of the pump. Be sure to
scrub along the seams and edges of the control panel, and the narrow or
hard-to-reach areas.
11.
Wipe down the power cord and any pump accessories.
12.
Dampen a fresh piece of gauze with tap water, and rinse all exposed surfaces
of the pump.
