7 Sterilization
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7 Sterilization
Important information regarding routine operation
Please comply with the recommendations issued by the Robert-Koch-Institute (RKI) and the information
contained in DIN 58946-7 (Germany).
Manufacturer's recommendation for the routine operation of Class B steam sterilizers
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When is it necessary to
make checks?
How should the checks be made?
Once per working day ▪ Visual check of the door seal and the door seal for damage.
▪ Check the operating agents (electricity, feed water and water
connection if necessary).
▪ Check the documentation media (printer paper / computer / network)
We recommend performing the steam penetration test with
MELAcontrol/MELAcontrol PRO in the Universal-Program (test
system in accordance with DIN EN 867-5).
Once a week ▪ Vacuum test
Tip: In the mornings before starting work - the steam sterilizer must
be cold and dry.
Batch-related tests With “Critical B” instruments:
▪ MELAcontrol/MELAcontrol PRO must be used as batch control with
every sterilization cycle.
With “Critical A” instruments:
▪ The process indicator (type 5 in accordance with DIN EN ISO 11140)
must be used as batch control with every sterilization cycle.
With “Critical A + B” instruments:
▪ MELAcontrol/MELAcontrol PRO must be used as batch control with
every sterilization cycle.
This simplifies the working procedure and increases security. You can
omit the daily steam penetration test with MELAcontrol/MELAcontrol PRO
(see above). The use of another test system in accordance with DIN EN
867-5 is possible. The number of the available test systems means that
MELAG is not able to provide technical support when using a different
system.
The indicator test strips used need not be stored.
PLEASE NOTE
The results of the tests must be documented.
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in accordance with the current recommendations from the Robert-Koch-Institut
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