Invacare 636959 - Manual (Page 6)

Aspirator Suction Unit 6 Part No 636959
• Perform the following: (1) Wash with a hot water/dishwashing detergent
solution; (2) Rinse with clean, hot tap water; (3) Soak in a one part vinegar
to three parts hot water solution for 20 minutes; and (4) Rinse with hot tap
water and air dry.
• Wash with rubbing alcohol and air dry.
• Wash with a commercial (bacterial‐germicidal) disinfectant. Follow
disinfectant manufacturerʹs recommended instructions and dilution rates
carefully.
Cleaning the Suction Unit
ƽ WARNING
DO NOT submerge suction unit in water. This will result in severe damage to
the vacuum pump.
ALWAYS be sure to remove any foreign material (dirt, lint, etc.) from the
suction unit.
1. Disconnect the suction unit from all external power sources.
2. Wipe the suction unit housing with a clean cloth and any commercial
(bacterial‐germicidal) disinfectant.
Cleaning the Tubing
1. Disconnect the tubing from the connection jar.
2. Clean the tubing after each use by one of the following methods:
• Wash with rubbing alcohol and air dry.
• Perform the following (make sure all solutions run through the tubing): (1)
Wash in a hot water/dishwashing detergent solution; (2) Rinse with clean,
hot tap water; (3) Soak in one part vinegar to three parts hot water solution
for 20 minutes; (4) Rinse with hot tap water; and, (5) Air dry.
• Wash with a commercial (bacterial‐germicidal) disinfectant. Follow
disinfectant manufacturerʹs recommended instructions and dilution rates
carefully.
3. Keep the outer surface of the tubing clean by wiping with a clean, damp cloth.
Maintenance
ƽ WARNING
Dispose of collection bottle, tubing and hydrophobic filter in a specific waste
bin labeled for medical waste. Residues in the collection bottle, tubing and
filter may cause respiratory infection.
Inspect tubing and collection bottle for leaks, cracks, etc. before each use.