After Each Use - laerdal CPRmeter Gebrauchsanweisung

washers and into the cover, and tighten the screws.
7. Apply a new CPRmeter patient adhesive to the CPRmeter as described in
Chapter 2, Setup.

After each Use

After use on a patient, the CPRmeter may be contaminated and should be
handled appropriately.
1. Place the contaminated CPRmeter in a plastic bag until it can be cleaned.
Do not insert a contaminated CPRmeter into the red sleeve.
2. If it is visibly soiled, wipe the CPRmeter with a soft cloth or paper towel to
remove as much contamination as possible.
3. Remove the CPRmeter patient adhesive from the back of the CPRmeter.
4. Clean the CPRmeter as described under Cleaning.
5. Examine the vent membrane in the center of the yellow Rear Cover. If the
vent membrane is soiled or damaged, see Replacing the Rear Cover.
6. Check the exterior of the CPRmeter for signs of damage. Contact Laerdal
to arrange for replacement if needed.
7. Apply a new CPRmeter patient adhesive to the CPRmeter as described in
Chapter 2, Setup.
Cleaning
If the CPRmeter has been used in a training situation, it may be wiped using
an alcohol wipe (70% ethanol solution).
If the CPRmeter has been used in a clinical situation, clean it as follows:
1. Clean and scrub the exterior using a mild detergent and either a soft cloth
or toothbrush until the surfaces are visually clean.
2. Wipe the exterior with a soft cloth dampened in lukewarm water.
3. Clean the exterior using a 0.55% solution of ortho-phthalaldehyde. Spray the
solution on to cover all exterior surfaces, and allow to sit for a minimum of
10 minutes. An alternative cleaning agent is isopropyl alcohol (70% solution).
4. Wipe the exterior with a clean soft cloth dipped in water. Allow to dry
completely.
CAUTION: This cleaning procedure ensures that the CPRmeter is clean;
however it does not ensure disinfection.
CAUTION: Do not immerse the CPRmeter in water, hold it under running
water, or allow moisture to penetrate it. Do not sterilize the CPRmeter.
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Replacing the Rear Cover
The vent membrane allows the CPRmeter to adapt to minute air pressure
changes while protecting it from fluid entry.
If the vent membrane in the center of the yellow Rear Cover is soiled,
contaminated, scratched or damaged, the Rear Cover must be replaced. Do
not attempt to clean the vent membrane.
WARNING: A soiled or damaged vent membrane may lead to inaccurate
feedback or fluid entry into the CPRmeter. If there are signs of fluid entry,
remove the CPRmeter from service and contact your Laerdal representative
for advice.
If the Rear Cover is damaged or does not fit flush with the CPRmeter
housing, or the Rear Cover screws have sharp edges or the washers under
each of the Rear Cover screws are missing, the Rear Cover must be replaced.
See Chapter 8, Accessory, Consumables and Spare Parts.
1. Unscrew the Rear Cover using a flathead screwdriver (not supplied) or a
coin, and lift out the cover.
2. Remove the replacement Rear Cover from its packaging and check to be
sure it is not damaged.
3. Position the Rear Cover on the CPRmeter. Thread the screws through the
washers and into the cover, and tighten the screws.
Customer Service Indicator
The Customer Service Indicator (right) appears
on the CPRmeter only at shutdown, after 500 000
chest compressions. Contact your local Laerdal
representative for further instructions.
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