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Phase II
Ź Rinse/flush the product (all accessible surfaces) thoroughly for at least
1 minute under running water.
Ź During rinsing, mobilize non-rigid components, such as set screws,
joints, slides, etc., 3 times in each direction to the positive stop.
Ź Perform these steps at least 3 times.
Ź Drain any remaining water fully.
Phase III
Ź Fully immerse the product for at least 12 minutes in the disinfectant
solution.
Ź During rinsing, mobilize non-rigid components, such as set screws,
joints, slides, etc., 3 times in each direction to the positive stop.
Ź Rinse lumens at least 3 times at the beginning of the exposure time,
using a disposable syringe. Ensure that all accessible surfaces are
moistened.
Phase IV
Ź Following disinfection, rinse/flush the product completely (all accessi-
ble surfaces) for at least 2 minutes.
Ź During rinsing, mobilize non-rigid components, such as set screws,
joints, slides, etc., 3 times in each direction to the positive stop.
Ź Rinse lumens at least 3 times at the beginning of the exposure time,
using a disposable syringe.
Ź Perform these steps at least 3 times.
Ź Drain any remaining water fully.
Phase V
Ź Dry the product with suitable tools.
6.7 Sterilization
Working with disposable sterile covers
Ź Use suitable Aesculap disposable sterile covers. Follow the instructions
for use of the sterile covers.
Approval of compatibility of materials exists for:
ETO-sterilization
6.8 Inspection, maintenance and checks
Ź Allow the product to cool down to room temperature.
Ź Inspect the product after each cleaning and disinfecting cycle to be
sure it is: clean, functional, and undamaged.
Ź Set aside the product if it is damaged.
6.9 Packaging
Ź Follow the instructions for use for the applied packaging and storage
systems (e.g. instructions for use TA009721 for Aesculap Eccos storage
system).
Ź Insert the product in its proper position in the Eccos holder, or put it
on a tray in such a way that the product is protected against damage.
Ensure that all cutting edges are protected.
Ź Pack trays appropriately for the sterilization process (e.g. in Aesculap
sterile containers).
Ź Ensure that the packaging will prevent a recontamination of the prod-
uct.
6.10 Storage
Ź Store sterile products in germ-proof packaging, protected from dust, in
a dry, dark, temperature-controlled area.
Ź Store sterile packed single-use products dust-protected in a dry, dark
and temperature-controlled room.
7. Maintenance
To ensure reliable operation, Aesculap recommends maintaining the prod-
uct at least once a year. For technical service, please contact your national
B. Braun/Aesculap agency, see Technical Service.
Note
If a component in the visualization system is replaced (e.g. service or
upgrade), the system must be started up again.
CAUTION
Damage to the camera control unit by sterilization!
Ź Do not sterilize the camera control unit under
any circumstances.
Ź Clean the camera control unit by surface disin-
fection only.
CAUTION
Damage to the camera head and the adapter
caused by inappropriate sterilization processes!
Ź Never sterilize the camera head and the adapter
with steam or in an autoclave.
Ź Do not carry out chemical sterilization.
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