Welch Allyn CP 150 spirometry option - User Manual - Manual (Page 45)

Maintenance
Cleaning the spirometer, calibration syringe, and patient
handle
WARNING Change the flow transducer for each patient.
WARNING Satisfactory maintenance procedures must be implemented, or
equipment failure and health hazards may result. Only qualified service
personnel should repair the equipment.
CAUTION You cannot clean the spirometer or any of its components.
CAUTION Do not clean the pressure tubing or sensor. Trapped moisture
could affect accuracy.
CAUTION Replace the pressure tubing when it becomes dirty. Recalibrate
after replacement.
CAUTION Replace the sensor when it becomes faulty.
Cleaning the calibration syringe
Wipe the outer surface of the calibration syringe with a clean cloth slightly dampened
with 70 percent isopropyl alcohol.
Cleaning the patient handle
WARNING Keep the patient handle clean. Patient contact with
contaminated equipment can spread infection.
Note Clean the patient handle after each patient use.
Clean on a routine basis according to your facility's protocols and standards or local
regulations.
The following agents are compatible with the patient handle:
•
70 percent isopropyl alcohol
• 10 percent chlorine bleach solution
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