Sterilization and Cleaning of Cuffs Preventative Maintenance
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6.6.2 Reusable Bladderless Cuffs
Clean cuffs with warm water and a mild detergent. Do not use a detergent containing hand 
conditioners, softeners, or fragrances.
NIBP cuffs can be sterilized with gamma sterilization without affecting the repeated 
performance of the cuff. Steam sterilization is not recommended. Use of a washing liquid 
containing bleach is not recommended because chlorine will chemically break down the 
urethane on the inside of the cuff.
Antimicrobial Definition
Bladderless cuffs are treated with an antimicrobial coating. Antimicrobial technology 
effectively controls a broad spectrum of bacteria, fungi, algae and yeasts on a wide variety 
of treated substrates.
6.6.3 Disposable Blood Pressure Cuffs
Disposable cuffs are intended for single patient use only. Once a cuff is used on a patient it 
should be discarded. Do not use the same cuff on any other patient. Do not sterilize or use an 
autoclave on disposable cuffs.
CAUTION: Disposable cuffs can be cleaned using a mild soap solution 
and dried with a clean cloth.