A recommended autoclave procedure is as follows:
1. Remove plunger from the STA drive unit.
2. Manually clean with a soft brush, taking care to remove all lubricant
and debris. Remove O-Ring.
3. Rinse and dry plunger. Inspect for corrosion or other damage.
4. Place plunger in an autoclave bag and seal.
5. Sterilize using steam autoclave (moist heat steam under pressure)
following manufacturer’s instructions for sterilization of steel
surgical instruments. Typical parameters are: Time 15-30 minutes,
Temperature 250º F (121º C), pressure 15psi.
6. Prior to use, install new O-Ring, apply silicone lubricant, and affix
plunger to the STA drive unit.
Installation of plunger and O-Ring assembly
Carefully slide O-Ring onto O-Ring groove at end of plunger. Screw the
threaded end of the plunger into drive unit and rotate plunger clockwise
until properly secured in drive unit. Note: Apply a small amount of
silicone lubricant to the O-Ring weekly or after every 24 cycles.
Inspect O-Ring daily for signs of deterioration.
4. Cartridge Breakage
Occasionally, a cartridge may break during insertion or operation. If a
cartridge breaks it is important that all glass and fluid be removed from
around the plunger and cartridge holder receptacle in the unit. Failure to
remove glass particles can cause jamming and malfunction of the plunger.
Any liquid spilt in the cartridge socket holder will be safely diverted out
through the bottom of the unit.
If a cartridge breaks:
1. Remove cartridge holder and cartridge.
2. Turn unit over and remove any glass particles or fluid.
3. Using high volume suction, or compressed air, clean out cartridge
holder receptacle on top of unit to remove fluid and glass particles.
4. Inspect for remaining glass particles and remove.
5. Remove plunger. Clean and autoclave the plunger before reuse.
Discard O-Ring and replace with a new one.
Warning: Door located on back of the unit is for certified personnel only. It
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