Midmark M9 Series - Standard Cycle Parameters

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Cycle Type
Cycle Parameters
Drying
Time
2
Items to be Sterilized
(Always consult the item manufacturer’s
recommendations for sterilization.)
Temp.
(Min.)
Time Press.
1
(Ref.)
Unwrapped
270°F
(132°C)
3 min. 27.1 psi
(186 kPa)
30 min. • Instruments loose on a tray.
• Open glass or metal canisters.
• Tubing not used in surgical procedures.
(Max. length - 40” and Min. inside diameter - .187”)
• Loose items manufacturers recommend for
exposure at 270°F (132°C) for 3 minutes.
Note: The sterility of unwrapped items is compro-
mised on exposure to a non-sterile environment.
Pouches
270°F
(132°C)
4 min. 27.1 psi
(186 kPa)
30 min. • Pouched or loosely wrapped instruments.
• Multiple layers of instruments separated by
fabric.
• Wrapped trays of loose instruments.
• Wrapped cassettes.
• Wrapped items manufactures recommend for
exposure at 270°F (132°C) for 4 minutes.
Packs
250°F
(121°C)
30 min. 15 psi
(104 kPa)
30 min. • Textiles and surgical packs wrapped for
sterilization.
• Items, except liquids, manufacturers
recommend for exposure at 250°F (121°C) for
30 minutes.
Handpieces
270°F
(132°C)
4 min. 27.1 psi
(186 kPa)
30 min. • Dental handpieces (wrapped or unwrapped).
Note: Verify acceptability of sterilization
parameters with handpiece manufacturer.
1. The pressure shown in this table is for reference only. It’s the ideal pressure of saturated steam
at the sterilization temperature. The pressure shown on the sterilizer display may be higher.
2. Dry time can be changed from 0 to 60 minutes. Refer to Cycle Operation.
Standard Cycle Parameters