Air tubing disinfection guide This disinfection guide is intended for multipatient use of the air tubing in a sleep lab, clinic or hospital. If you are using the air tubing as a single user in the home, refer to the Welcome Guide for cleaning instructions. This guide describes ResMed’s recommended and validated procedures for cleaning and disinfection of the air tubing. However, the steps for disinfection vary regionally. As a result, each healthcare facility should consult its own procedures before carrying out those within this guide. Parts suitable for disinfection Part Disinfection High level thermal High level chemical Hot water (approximately 75°C or 167°F) for 30 minutes CIDEX OPA Ortho-phthalaldehyde 0.55% for 12 minutes Sekusept aktiv 2.0% for 30 minutes Validated number of cycles SlimLine™ Standard ™ Validated disinfection procedures In the procedures below, only one disinfection process needs to be performed. Disassembly Cleaning Inspection Reassembly Packaging and storage 1 Procedures Disconnect the air tubing from your S9 device and mask system. 1. Clean the air tubing with a soft bristle brush for one minute while soaking it in the detergent1 solution. Pay particular attention to all crevices and cavities. 2. Run the detergent solution repeatedly through the air tubing until no contamination is visible. 3. Thoroughly rinse the air tubing according to the manufacturer’s instructions. High level thermal 1. Immerse the air tubing in a water bath. Take care that no air bubbles are trapped inside the air tubing. 2. Increase the water bath temperature to 75°C (167°F) for 30 minutes. 3. Air dry out of direct sunlight. High level chemical 1. Soak the air tubing in a commercially available solution of a chemical sterilant. Take care that no air bubbles are trapped inside the air tubing. 2. Thoroughly rinse2 each component according to the manufacturer’s instructions. 3. Air dry out of direct sunlight. Perform a visual inspection of the air tubing. If any visible deterioration is apparent (cracking, tears etc), the air tubing should be discarded and replaced. Slight discolouration may occur and is acceptable. Reconnect the air tubing to your S9 device and assembled mask system. Store in a dry, dust-free environment away from direct sunlight. Storage temperature: -20°C to 60°C (-4°F to 140°F). Cleaning: ResMed has tested the following detergents according to the manufacturer’s instructions: • Alconox Tergazyme (diluted at 1%) using hot water (approximately 60°C or 140°F) or warm water (approximately 50°C or 122°F) • (SlimLine, Standard only) Aniosyme DDI (diluted at 0.5%) using room temperature water (approximately 20°C or 68°F) • (SlimLine, Standard only) Neodisher MediZym (diluted at 2.0%) using warm water (approximately 45°C or 113°F) Rinsing: Thoroughly rinse the air tubing in drinking quality water (five litres per assembly) by immersing it completely for a minimum of one minute in duration. Repeat the rinse procedure two additional times using fresh water for a total of three rinses. GENERAL WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS • ResMed cannot give any assurance that deviations from the procedures listed in this guide, and their effect on the performance of the product, will be acceptable. • When using detergents, disinfectants or sterilisation agents, always follow the manufacturer’s instructions. Manufacturer: ResMed Ltd 1 Elizabeth Macarthur Drive Bella Vista NSW 2153 Australia. Distributed by: ResMed Corp 9001 Spectrum Center Boulevard San Diego CA 92123 USA. ResMed (UK) Ltd 96 Milton Park Abingdon Oxfordshire OX14 4RY UK. See www.resmed.com for other ResMed locations worldwide. For patent information, see www.resmed.com/ip. ClimateLine and SlimLine are trademarks of ResMed Ltd. CIDEX is a trademark of Johnson & Johnson. Alconox is a trademark of Alconox Inc. Neodisher MediZym is a trademark of Chemische Fabrik Dr Weigert. Aniosyme and Anioxyde are trademarks of Laboratoires Anios. © 2013 ResMed Ltd. 368144-Eng/8  2013-02 Global leaders in sleep and respiratory medicine   www.resmed.com