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Chapter 7 Cleaning and Maintenance
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5. Place the circuit on a clean towel to dry. Do not wipe dry. The
circuit must be completely dry before storing.
6. Reassemble the circuit when dry. Store in a plastic bag or dust-
free area.
7. Inspect components for deterioration prior to use.
Cleaning the Exhalation Devices
Disassemble the exhalation device from the patient circuit. Follow
the detailed cleaning instructions included with your exhalation
device.
Replacing the Bacteria Filter (Optional)
To remove a bacteria lter and replace it with a new one:
1. Disconnect the exible tubing from the bacteria lter by gently
pulling straight out from the lter. The proximal tubing (if using
the Active PAP or Active Flow Exhalation Device) can remain
connected to the ventilator.
2. Remove the used bacteria lter from the ventilator by
gently pulling straight out from the connector. Follow the
manufacturer’s labeling and your institution’s infection control
guidelines for disposal of the bacteria lter.
3. Attach a new bacteria lter. The openings on either end of the
bacteria lter are dierent sizes. Fit the larger opening onto the
gas outlet port on the side of the ventilator as shown.
WARNING
Philips Respironics recommends
that a main line outlet bacteria
lter (Part Number 342077) be
used whenever the device is
used for invasive therapy or if
the ventilator may be used on
multiple patients.