Chapter 3: Care, Cleaning, And Disinfection - Philips RESPIRONICS EverFlo Manual Del Paciente

EverFlo / EverFlo Q User Manual

Chapter 3: Care, Cleaning, and Disinfection

Warning: It is important to unplug the device before you perform any cleaning and disinfecting.
Warning: Do not remove the covers of this device. Servicing must be referred to an authorized and trained Philips
Respironics home care provider.
Caution: Excess moisture may impair the proper operation of the device.
3.1 Filter Replacement
The EverFlo air inlet filter should be replaced every 12 months to a maximum of 24 months or more frequently
in an environment of high dust, and between patient use. The air inlet filter should be replaced by an
authorized home care provider.
3.2 Cleaning at Home
The exterior covers of the device should be cleaned weekly and between patient use and as needed by performing
the following steps:
1. Turn the device off and disconnect from the power source before cleaning.
2. Clean the device exterior, including the filter door, using a damp cloth with a mild household cleaner and wipe
it dry.
3.3 Cleaning at Home: Humidifier and Cannula
Clean and replace the humidifier and cannula as instructed by the manufacturer and your equipment
provider.
3.4 Disinfection: Exterior of Device
The exterior covers of the device should be disinfected weekly and between patient use as follows:
1. Clean the device as indicated above.
2. To disinfect, use a household chlorine bleach containing 8.25% sodium hypochlorite. Combine 9
parts water to 1 part bleach.
3. Using a damp cloth with the bleach solution, wipe the exterior surfaces.
4. Allow the surface to remain damp for 2 minutes. Wipe dry as necessary.
3.5 Service
The EverFlo/EverFlo Q Oxygen Concentrator has no user-serviceable parts. All service should be referred
to an authorized service center. To have your device serviced, contact Philips Respironics Customer Service
department at 1-724-387-4000 or 1-800-345-6443 (US or Canada) or Philips Respironics Deutschland at
+49 8152 93060.
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