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10. Carefully apply the disinfectant solution on all outer surfaces of the
instrument.
11. After the required contact time wipe the instrument using a soft paper
towel moistened with a mild detergent or distilled water to remove all
traces of the disinfectant.
12. Wipe dry the outer surface of the instrument with a soft paper towel.
13. Repeat the disinfection procedure on any accessories which are being
moved or returned.
14. Dispose of the container with the disposables according to the relevant
national laws and regulations.
15. Disinfect your hands and clean them with a mild detergent.
When sending the instrument back to the local sales representative/service
center please continue with the following steps:
16. Pack the instrument and its accessories.
17. Complete the safety certificate (see below) and attach it to the outside of
the box so that it is clearly visible.
7.3.3 Safety Certificate
To ensure the safety and health of personnel, our customers are kindly asked to
complete a Safety Certificate (which was delivered with the instrument) and
attach one copy to the top of the container in which the instrument is returned
(visible from the outside of the shipping container!) and another copy to the
shipping documents before shipping it to the service center for service or repair.
The instrument must be disinfected at the operating authority’s site before
shipping (see 7.3.2 Disinfection Procedure).
The disinfection procedure must be performed in a well-ventilated room by
authorized and trained personnel wearing disposable powder-free gloves,
protective glasses and protective clothing.
The disinfection procedure should be performed according to national, regional,
and local regulations.
If a Safety Certificate is not supplied, the instrument may not be accepted by the
servicing center.
Your local supplier can send you a new copy of the Safety Certificate, if required.