9 Maintenance
9.1 DAILY MAINTENANCE
Disposable screen protectors are supplied with the Epic X laser system. Apply these peel-off clear
covers to the console screen to protect it from water and debris, and discard after use. Use
disinfectant to wipe down the front panel and Handpiece Holder of the Epic X system after each
procedure. Do not use bleach or abrasive cleansers.
9.2 CLEANING AND STERILIZATION PROCEDURES
The contamination control suggested for the Epic X Surgical Handpiece and Tips is the steam
sterilization method. However, before sterilization, the Surgical Handpiece should be MANUALLY
cleaned per the procedure noted below.
CAUTION: Handpieces and laser Tips are not sterile when sold and must be sterilized
prior to initial use, and Handpieces must be cleaned and sterilized between patients.
Tips are single-use only and must be discarded after single use in a biohazard medical
waste sharps container. Cleaning must be performed within a maximum of 1 hour after
the procedure and prior to sterilization.
CAUTION: The Fiber Optic Cable cannot be autoclaved; doing so will make it
unusable. However, the Fiber Optic Cable must be disinfected between patients by
following the procedure outlined in Step 3 of this section.
STEP 1 - CLEANING PROCESS – SURGICAL HANDPIECE
The cleaning process is intended to remove blood, protein and other potential contaminants, as well
as to reduce the quantity of particles, microorganisms and pathogens present from the Handpiece
surface and crevices. Cleaning should be performed prior to sterilization and must be conducted only
by qualified personnel trained in the process who know how to handle the laser Handpiece.
Wear protective latex gloves when handling the contaminated delivery system.
1. After use, carefully remove the Tip from the Handpiece and discard in a biohazard medical
waste sharps container.
2. Carefully remove the Handpiece from the Fiber Optic Cable.
3. Prepare any commercially available surgical instrument detergent/enzymatic cleaning
solution with a pH of 7.0, such as Enzol® or similar enzymatic presoak and cleaner, per the
manufacturer's instructions. (Follow the manufacturer's instructions for disposal of used
solution.)
4. Rinse the Handpiece under running lukewarm tap water (22 – 43°C) for a minimum of 10
seconds to remove gross soil.
5. Wrap the Handpiece in a piece of gauze that has been soaked in the cleaning solution; leave
it wrapped in the gauze for a minimum of 10 minutes.
6. Unwrap the Handpiece from the gauze and use a soft-bristled brush dipped in the cleaning
solution to gently scrub it for at least 15 seconds.
7. Rinse the Handpiece under running lukewarm tap water (22-43°C) for a minimum of 10
seconds and then dry with a lint-free cloth.
8. Visually inspect the Handpiece for any residual soil. If necessary, repeat steps 5 - 7 until all
residual soil is removed.
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