Figure 190: Check that the rear end of the vent cover reaches the cable cap
6. Return the protective sleeve and place the wand in the cradle.
10.3 Cleaning and disinfecting the cradle
The wand cradle requires the procedures in the following sections for cleaning and disinfection.
These procedures must be carried out:
l After the scanner assembly, before first-time use
l Between patients
Avoid deviating from the recommended cleaning and disinfection guidelines, and modifying or
substituting recommended materials, to prevent biological hazard.
You must follow all the cleaning and disinfecting steps below to ensure that the cradle is properly reprocessed and
ready for use.
10.3.1 Preparation before cleaning and disinfection
1. Visually inspect the cradle for any noticeable damage, for example, deterioration such as discoloration, pitting, or
cracks.
CAUTION: Do not clean, disinfect, or use the cradle if any damage is detected. Please contact iTero Customer
Support for further instructions.
2. Prepare the following:
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Required cleaning and disinfecting materials:
l CaviWipes1 (or, for a list of alternative materials and the required contact time, see section 10.6)
l Soft bristle brush (e.g. the smaller end of a Healthmark Trumpet Valve Brush 1mm diameter,
Cat # 3770 or equivalent)
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