Getinge Maquet FLOW-i 4.2 User Manual

12.8 Steam autoclaving procedure
Dismantle
Wipe off/discard
Rinse
DryDisinfectant
Rinse
Washer-
disinfector
Dry
Assemble
System checkout
Steam
autoclave
A steam autoclave can be used to disinfect
the patient cassette, volume reflector and
associated parts.
Rinse and dry the equipment prior to this
procedure. Water remaining in the patient
cassette can prevent complete energy transfer
from the hot steam, resulting in an incomplete
process.
For drying alternatives, see page 253.
CAUTION: Steam autoclaving will reduce
the lifetime of the components.
12.8.1 Steam autoclave
• System parts should be autoclaved in a
validated process, typically at a temperature
of 121°C (250°F) for 15 minutes or 134°C
(275°F) for 4 minutes.
• The system parts can also be autoclaved
at a temperature of 134°C (275°F) for 18
minutes, a.k.a the Prion autoclave program.
Using this method will further reduce the
lifetime of the parts.
• The breathing bag and suction bottles
should be autoclaved according to the
manufacturer's instructions.
Position the parts inside the autoclave:
The patient cassette and volume reflector have
been tested to withstand:
• 100 autoclaving cycles with a 4 minute
holding time at 134ºC (275°F).
• 50 autoclaving cycles with an 18 minute
holding time at 134ºC (275°F).
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Getinge Maquet FLOW-i 4.2 Specifications

General

Brand	Getinge
Model	Maquet FLOW-i 4.2
Category	Medical Equipment
Language	English