Eighteeth E-PEX - Page 32

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2
Preparation
before
cleaning
Remove and disconnect the components (Contra
Angle, Lip Hook, File clip, Insulating Sleeve) before
cleaning.
● Do not fail to take out the file before cleaning
the contra angle.
● Observe suitable personal protective measures.
The following Step 3 to Step 5 are operated in a washer-disinfector:
● Use only approved washer-disinfectors according to EN ISO 15883, maintain
and calibrate it regularly.
● Follow instructions and observe concentrations given by the manufacturer
(see general recommendations).
● Sufficient rinsing step should be available in purified water (max 10 germs/ml
and max 0.25 endotoxin units/ml)
● Avoid any contact between the contra-angle and any instrument, kit, support
or container.
● Make sure the components are dry before moving to the #6 step.
3
Cleaning:
Automated
- Carefully put the components (Contra Angle, Lip
Hook, File Clip, Insulating Sleeve) into the
washer-disinfector and set the parameters as
follows:
- Pre-cleaning: water temperature <30℃, 2 min;
- Cleaning: water temperature 45℃, 5 min; use an
enzyme detergent solution (mild and aldehyde
free solution) which is suitable to be used with
washer-disinfector, and use in accordance with
the IFU of the detergent solution manufacturer;
- Rinsing: water temperature 45℃, 1 min (Rinsing
twice).
4
Disinfection:
Thermal
Thermal disinfection at least 5 min at 90℃/194°F,
make sure A0 value≥3000.
5
Drying
Heat, 20min, 90℃/194°F
6
Maintenance
and Inspection
- Inspect components and sort out those with
defects. Dirty components must be cleaned and
disinfected again.
- Only the contra angle needs to be lubricated.