Cleaning and Disinfecting
DualWave Arthroscopy Pump User’s Guide
DFU-0212 Rev. 1 Page 38 of 54
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Cleaning and Disinfecting
6.1 Console (AR-6480)
The AR-6480 console is provided non-sterile and must
not be sterilized.
The AR-6480 console can be cleaned/disinfected using a cloth and commercially
available surfactants or surface disinfectants only. Use a commercially available
cleaning disinfectant for surfaces. Alkaline agents with a pH value > 8 are to be
avoided. Do NOT clean the device with abrasive cleaning or disinfectant
compounds, solvents, or other materials that could scratch or damage the device.
The AR-6480 must not be submersed in any liquid. When cleaning the display use
a microfiber cloth and gently wipe in a circular motion.
Always place the main power switch in the “Off (O), position” and disconnect the
power before cleaning the AR-6480 console.
Always comply with the instructions issued by the manufacturer of
the cleaning disinfectant regarding concentration, exposure times,
temperature, and material compatibility.
NEVER allow the console receptacles to have any contact with
liquids. If there is dust or moisture on the receptacles, remove with
dry compressed air. ONLY dry connectors should be plugged into
the console.
Do NOT clean the device with abrasive cleaning or disinfectant
compounds, solvents, or other materials that could scratch or
damage the device.
6.2 Remote Control Unit (AR-6482)
Refer to the Instructions for Use package insert (DFU-0144) for
detailed remote control cleaning and sterilization instructions
included with each remote control. Additional copies of this insert
can be obtained from the Arthrex website at www.arthrex.com
, or by
contacting your local Arthrex representative.
The remote control unit (AR-6482) is supplied non-sterile.
The remote control unit can be autoclaved for sterilization.
The remote control unit can be cleaned/disinfected using commercially available
surfactants or surface disinfectants. Always comply with the instructions issued by
the manufacturer of the surfactant or disinfectant. It is not designed to be
submersed in Gluteraldehyde, Steris®, or Sterrad® disinfectants.