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7. When sterilizing equipment and attachments in a system sterilization tray,
use the recommended sterilization parameters in its instruction manual.
8. Do not “Peel Pack” handpieces for sterilization. Sterilization in a sealed
pouch traps moisture which can cause damage.
9. The suction control valve, if one exists, must be in the fully open position
during sterilization.
10. Attachments with collet mechanisms must be sterilized with the collet
fully open.
11. An eight (8) minute minimum dry cycle must be run on all equipment and
attachments every time the product is sterilized. Failure to use a dry cycle
on the products may lead to reduced product performance or premature
product failure.
Refer also to section “1.5 Warnings and Precautions”.
3.2.2 Sterilization Instructions
Steam sterilization is safe and effective and has no contraindications for
sterilizing this equipment.
1. Individually wrap handpiece and accessories.
2. Follow the recommended minimum sterilization exposure times listed
below.
3. Use the recommended tray parameters in its instruction manual when
sterilizing handpieces and attachments in a system sterilization tray.
Handpieces and attachments may be processed in a pre-vacuum steam sterilizer
(Steam Pre-vacuum) or in a gravity (downward) displacement sterilizer (Steam
Gravity).
Minimum recommended sterilization exposure times are as follows:
Table 1: Sterilization Parameters
Method Cycle
Minimum
Temperature
Minimum
Exposure
Minimum
Dry Cycle
Steam (wrapped) Pre-Vacuum 270°F (132°C) 4 minutes 8 minutes
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