What is a Tracoe Mini Tube?

It is a trach tube made of plastic material that is authorized for medical use.

When Should I Clean the Trach Tube?

Clean the tube every time you change it. A clean tube must always be ready for a routine or emergency change.

What Do I Need To Clean the Trach Tube?

• Basin for cleaning
• Sterile or distilled water
• Peroxide
• Guide (Obturator)
• Basin for water
• Container and lid
• Zip lock bag

How Do I Clean the Trach Tube?

1. Mix equal parts of sterile water and peroxide and put in basin. This is half-strength peroxide.
2. Wash trach tube with warm tap water and a mild soap such as Ivory® Liquid. Rinse the trach tube with warm tap water.
3. Push the guide through the trach tube to remove secretions in the tube.
4. Soak the tube and guide in the basin of half-strength peroxide for 1 minute.
5. Rinse the tube and guide with sterile water. Check for any secretions. Re-clean if needed.
6. Soak the tube and guide in sterile water for 1 hour to remove the peroxide.
7. Put the tube and guide on a clean surface to air dry. Dry completely before storing.
8. Store in a container with a lid or zip lock bag. If there are water droplets in the container or bag, the tube is not completely dry. Take it out and clean it again. Bacteria will grow if the tube is not completely dry.

Special Directions

• Check the tube for cracks. Throw away if it is cracked.
• Do not store the trach tube with the guide in the tube.
• Order new trach tubes monthly.
• If you notice the blue glue on the back of the trach tube is faded, you should throw the tube away and use a new one.

• Do not use products that have harsh chemicals, such as denture cleaners or concentrated alcohol to clean the tube.