Johnny? Hope you don't mind. I had posted this under a different thread, but thought it should be here for others to see.
- JB
Posted: Fri Jun 17, 2005 7:09 am Post subject:
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REMSTAR DIRECTIONS FOR DISINFECTING MASK COMPONENTS
the following is the information that is packed with the Swift: Disinfection/Sterilization Guide, dated 3 04 06: (i think that's a date?, printed by ResMed in Australia)
Quote:
"CLEAN the mask components by scrubbing with a soft bristle brush for one minute while soaking them in detergent (eg, Alconox). Pay particular attention to all crevices and cavities.
RINSE the components by agitating them vigorously in water and allow them to air dry out of direct sunlight."
(Then follows three different procedures that can be used: Chemical Disinfection, Thermal Disinfection, and the STERRAD 100S Sterilization Process. )
(It also notes that ResMed testing has shown that the components can withstand 15 cycles of this disinfection or sterilization process. )
Quote:
"Note: the mask must be disassembled and cleaned prior to disinfection or sterilization.
Option 1: Chemical Disinfection:
SOAK the disinfectable components of the mask in a commercially available solution of glutaraldehyde 3.4% (eg, CIDEX Plus) or
ortho-phthaladehyde 0.55% (eg, CIDEX OPA) as described in the manufacturer's instructions.
RINSE mask components as described in the manufacturer's instructions and allow them to air dry out of direct sunlight.
Option 2: Thermal Disinfection
Using a certified hot water disinfection system, soak the disinfectable mask components for one of the following times:
- 158° F (70°C) for 100 minutes, or
- 167°F (75°C) for 30 minutes, or
- 176°F (80°C) for 10 minutes, or
- 194°F (90°C) for one minute."
[My own note: remember that that temperature must be maintained throughout the soaking time]
Option 3: STERRAD 100S Process requires the purchase of the Sterrad system.
In all cases it says to inspect the mask components. If there is any crazing, tears or cracking it says to replace that component. "Slight discoloration of the silicone components may occur and is acceptable."
- JB
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