Cleaning and Maintenance
228 Instructions for Use Apollo SW 4.5n
Part Number: 9053586, 3rd edition
Removing the water trap
Figure 147. Removing the Water Trap1. Pull the water trap straight out of its holder.
For disposal of the old water trap follow the
corresponding Instructions for Use of the water trap
WaterLock and comply with the hospital’s hygiene
requirements.
Removing the patient system hoses
Figure 148. Patient System Hoses1. Disconnect the breathing hoses from the
breathing system (1 in Figure 148).
2. Disconnect the various parts of the hose system
(breathing hoses, Y-piece, connector, and
optional Y-piece filter). The filter on the Y-piece is
not reusable and can be disposed of with
ordinary domestic waste.
Note the regulations of the hospital for infectious
patients!
Note the Instructions for Use.
3. Disconnect the breathing bag and arm
(2 in Figure 148) by loosening the two thumb
screws.
4. Prepare the parts for conditioning in a cleaning
and disinfection machine.
WARNING!
Risk of measurement failure and device failure
If the water trap is used longer than intended,
the diaphragm may become brittle and allow
water and bacteria to enter the measurement
system. Such contamination affects the gas
measurement which may fail as a result.
The water trap must be replaced at least every
four weeks.
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