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5.6 Store for use
The permissible storage period for sterile medical devices must be specifically
determined on site in accordance with the applicable regulations. The loss of
sterility of the products mainly depends on the circumstances of storage and
less on the duration of storage.
5.7 Assemble parts/Check/Functional test in operating theatre
The disassembled instruments accordingly for the application. Before each
use, a visual and functional test must be performed.
• control products
• Connecting of the flexible probes, page 17.
5.8 Material compatibility / reusability
The products can be reused – with appropriate care and control
- flexible argon probe up to 20 times
- COMFORT – Connecting cable 100 times
(each based on a sterilization time of 20 minutes and a sterilizing temperature
of 134° C.); any further use beyond this is the responsibility of the user.
The operating life of the products has been validated using the recommended
cleaning and treatment procedures. Improper handling and not suitable
treatment media reduce the lifetime.
Defective probes and cables must never be repaired. They are to be replaced
by new ones.
Failure to follow the manufacturers instruction excludes any liability.
5.9 Recommended operating supplies
Cleaning/disinfection agents:
The suitability of the products for effective machine cleaning/disinfection with
the use of an aldehyde-free combined cleaning and disinfection agent
(Gigasept® Instru AF) has been demonstrated by BOWA.
BOWA recommends the use of neutral to slightly alkaline cleaning agents or
cleaning and disinfecting agents containing no potentially harmful ingredients.
Alcoholic and/or aldehydic ingredients may be permissible, depending on the
concentration.
If alkaline cleaners (pH 9.5–11.5) are used, discolouration of metallic surfaces
is possible. This does not render the product inoperable. Strong alkaline
cleaners (pH > 11.5) must be avoided.
When using alkaline cleaners (pH 9.5 to 11.5) discolorations are possible with
metallic surfaces. This does not lead to inoperability of the product. Strong
alkaline cleaner (pH> 11.5) should be avoided.
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