15 Sterilization / cleaning / disinfection 103
fabian +nCPAP evolution | SW V5.1.x
Ref: 122003.EN / Date : 26Jan2021
15 Sterilization / cleaning / disinfection
15.1 fabian +nCPAP evolution
The device must be prepared after each patient treatment.
WARNING:
The device must NOT be sterilized under any circumstances.
15.1.1 Preparation for disinfection
1. Switch OFF the fabian before cleaning and unplug at the mains in order to prevent damage
due to penetration by liquid.
Figure 15-1: Unplug mains connection
2. To ensure that no contamination gets into the gas path, make sure all gas connectors (O
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and Air hoses on the backwall, Insp port and Prox port on frontside) are covered (e.g. with
caps from transport or circuits) before cleaning.
3. Remove any visible soiling on the fabian enclosure with the cleaning agent based on the
option selected from Section 15.1.2: āManual disinfection optionsā.
15.1.2 Manual disinfection options
Option A: CaviWipes Surface Disinfectant Wipes (EPA REG. NO.: 46781-14)
1. Unfold the CaviWipe and wipe the surface of the enclosure completely.
NOTE: The surface treated must remain visibly moist for three minutes.
Use more wipes if necessary, to keep the surface moist for three minutes.