Cleaning Procedure - Ambu Mark IV Resuscitator Manual Del Usuario

Cap for manometer port
Window with snap faster
Reservoir housing
Adapter for reservoir bag
Reservoir tube
8. Cleaning-disinfection-sterilisation
Clean – disinfect – sterilize the complete resuscitator thoroughly after each patient
use or if used in a patient/environment with infectious diseases.
8.1 Disassembly 
The resuscitator must always be disassembled for cleaning as shown.
Mark IV (6.1), Mark IV Baby (6.2).
CAUTION
Do not try to disconnect the patient connector from the patient valve
(permanent snap fit).
Do not disassemble parts further than shown. Mark IV (6.3), Mark IV Baby (6.4)

8.2 Cleaning procedure

Wash the parts in water using a detergent that is compatible with the materials of
the resuscitator.
Rinse all parts thoroughly in clean water to remove all detergent residues.
If the exterior faces of the resuscitator bag are to be cleaned and/or disinfected,
check that the detergent and/or disinfectant used is compatible
with the materials of the resuscitator. Make sure that all residues are removed com-
pletely by rinsing with clean water. If the residue is allowed to dry on the resuscita-
Polypropylene/EPDM rubber
Polysulphone
Polyoxymethylene/Polypropylene
Silicone rubber
Polyethylene
tor, the life of the materials may be reduced.
An automatic washing machine with a programme for washing anaesthetics
equipment is applicable.
8.3 Parts that can be cleaned and sterilised
Applicable methods
X Applicable O Not applicable
Patient valve
Inner bag
Outer cover
Inlet valve
Extension tube
Silicone Facemask
Silicone Facemask size OA
Oxygen reservoir bag
Oxygen reservoir tube
8.4 Detergents and chemical disinfectants
Use only brands that are compatible with the resuscitator materials to avoid reduc-
tion in the lifetime of the materials. Follow the instructions of the manufacturer of
the detergent or chemical disinfectant for dilution and exposure time.
Disinfection & sterilisation
Machine Washing
Autoclave 134°
X X
X X
X X
X X
X X
X X
X 0
X X
X 0
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