5.4 Cleaning and disinfecting the expiratory kits

The filter is NOT washable: exposure to any liquid would damage the filtration membrane.

Expiratory kits must be cleaned after each use.

The frequency of disinfection is established by the specialist consulted, depending on the patient’s

pathology and the care environment.

Although specially formulated for medical devices, some disinfectant solutions can cause allergic reactions

in sensitive patients:

Always observe the precautions for use (product dosage, exposure time, rinsing and drying

operations) of disinfectant products, and stop using them if you notice an abnormal reaction

(tingling, itching...) after disinfection.

It is possible to carry out a preliminary test and change the disinfectant solution if necessary.

PHYSIO-ASSIST offers two references of expiratory kits, both being for single patient use:

Expiratory kits with single use mouthpieces and with a filter limited to 10 uses. The reference is TUB10_EU.

Expiratory kits with reusable mouthpieces, with a filter limited to 25 uses. The reference is TUB25_EU.

5.4.1 Maintenance of the f ilter

The filter of PHYSIO-ASSIST expiratory kits is composed of a 3 mm thick membrane made of electrostatic

polypropylene fibres retaining up to 99.99% of bacteria and viruses.

This filter is also intended to prevent contamination of SIMEOX and of the treatment environment.

Before each use: check that the filter is not dirty or blocked.

In all cases, the filter must be replaced at least once a month.

The use and maintenance of those expiratory kits are different, as the context of use imposes adapted

hygiene measures.

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