Invacare IRC 1730 User Manual
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SECTION 4—CLEANING AND DISINFECTING
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2. Disassemble nebulizer chamber by turning
counterclockwise and separating.
3. Fill two plastic containers or bowls:
A. Washing: Hot water/detergent solution.
B. Soaking: Hot water/vinegar solution (one part vinegar
to three parts water).
4. Thoroughly clean the nebulizer and mouthpiece in hot
water/detergent solution.
5. Remove from the water/detergent solution and rinse with
clear hot tap water.
6. Soak in hot water/vinegar solution for 30 minutes.
7. Rinse with hot tap water again and air dry thoroughly.
NOTE: If using medical disinfectant cleaners, follow
manufacturer’s instructions carefully.
8. Keep the outer surface of the tubing dust‐free by wiping
regularly.
The nebulizer air tubing does not have to be washed internally
because only filtered air passes through the tubing.