Epic X User Manual 39
9 Maintenance
STEP 2 - STERILIZATION PROCESS – SURGICAL HANDPIECE
The steam sterilization process is intended to destroy infectious microorganisms and pathogens.
NOTE: Always perform the procedure immediately after cleaning and prior to use; only use FDA-
cleared (USA) or CE-marked (Europe) sterilization accessories, i.e., sterilization pouch and
autoclave tray. The product packaging is NOT suitable for steam sterilization.
1. Place the Handpiece and fiber Tips in separate single-wrap, self-seal autoclave pouches.
2. Place on an autoclave tray; do not stack other instruments on top of the pouches.
3. Place the tray inside the autoclave chamber and set the appropriate cycle as recommended
in Figure 9.1.
Figure 9.1
Once the cycle is completed, remove the tray and let each sterilized item cool and dry. The
Handpiece and Tips must remain in the sterilization pouches until used in order to maintain sterility.
To re-connect the Handpiece to the Fiber Optic Cable, push the Handpiece onto the fiber shaft
without twisting until it clicks into place and is secured, as described in Section 7.3.
STEP 3 – DISINFECTING THE FIBER OPTIC CABLE
Always disinfect the fiber between patients by wiping it completely with an appropriate disinfecting
solution such as Cavicide™ or a similar quaternary ammonium compound product (containing 20%
alcohol or less) and follow the manufacturer’s instructions. DO NOT AUTOCLAVE.
DISINFECTING THE WHITENING HANDPIECE
The Whitening Handpiece is sold with non-sterile disposable protective shields.
The Handpiece and protective shield cannot be autoclaved. The clear protective shields are
intended for one-time use only and should never be reused to prevent cross-contamination.
• To disinfect the Whitening Handpiece, wipe down the Handpiece with isopropyl alcohol.
• Always wipe the disposable shield with alcohol prior to use. Discard after single use.
DISINFECTING THE DEEP TISSUE HANDPIECE
The Deep Tissue Handpiece is sold with non-sterile, disposable protective shields. The Handpiece
and protective shields cannot be autoclaved. The clear protective shields are intended for single
use only and should never be reused to prevent cross-contamination.
• To disinfect the Deep Tissue Handpiece, wipe the entire outer surface of the Handpiece with
cotton gauze and isopropyl alcohol or a mild chemical disinfectant.
• Always wipe the disposable shield with alcohol prior to use. Discard after single use.
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