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ResMed Validated Procedures
Table 1: Option 1 (Automatic Cleaning and High-Level Thermal Disinfection)
Option 1 (Automatic Cleaning and High-Level Thermal Disinfection)
Disassembly Disassemble the humidifier water chamber according to the “Disassembling and Reassembling”
instructions on page 5.
Pre-cleaning Rinse all water chamber components 10 times and brush thoroughly with a soft bristle brush in a
warm (113°F or 45°C) solution of Neodisher MediZym (2%).
Note: Pre-cleaning must occur immediately after use.
Cleaning 1. Support the components in the standard racking of the automatic washer-disinfector so that
each will drain water.
2. Add the detergent solution
1
and activate the automatic washer-disinfector for a standard cycle
of cleaning, followed by thorough rinsing.
1 Cleaning: ResMed has tested the detergent Neodisher MediZym™ (diluted at 0.5%) using warm water (approximately 113°F or 45°C)
according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
Drying Not applicable.
Pre-disinfection Not applicable.
Drying Not applicable.
Disinfection
(high-level
thermal
disinfection)
1. Activate the automatic washer-disinfector for a standard cycle of thermal disinfection
2
.
2. Ensure that the machine has thoroughly rinsed each component.
2 Disinfection: Due to specific regional requirements, ResMed water chambers have been tested for disinfection for 20 cycles using hot
water (approximately 199°F or 93°C) for 10 minutes.
Drying Air dry out of direct sunlight.
Inspection Perform a visual inspection of the water chamber. If any visible deterioration is apparent (cracking,
crazing, tears etc), the water chamber should be discarded and replaced. Slight discoloration of the
silicone components may occur and is acceptable.
Reassembly Reassemble the humidifier water chamber according to the “Disassembling and Reassembling”
instructions on page 5.
Packaging &
Storage
Store in a dry, dust-free environment away from direct sunlight.
Storage temperature: -4°F to 140°F (-20°C to 60°C).