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An effective cleaning consists of the following:
1. Rinse the instruments under running water immediately after use;
2. Separate metal instruments by type of material (carbon steel, stainless steel, brass, aluminum, chromium, etc.), to avoid electrolytic oxidation-reduction;
3. Wash in an ultrasound cleaner using a mixture of water and germicidal solution, carefully following the manufacturer's recommendations.
4. For best results, use a detergent specifically designed for ultrasound washing, with a neutral pH.
e Solutions containing phenols or quaternary ammonia compounds can cause corrosion on instruments and the metal parts of ultrasound
devices.
5. After washing, carefully rinse the instruments and make sure that residues have been completely eliminated; if necessary, repeat the washing cycle or clean
manually.
e To avoid the formation of lime spots, rinse with deionized or distilled water, if possible. Whenever very hard tap water is used, we
recommend always drying the instruments.
For handles (turbines, contra-angles, etc.), supplement the above with treatment in suitable dedicated devices that provide effective internal cleaning
(occasionally including lubrication ).
e The end of the sterilization program, remember to lubricate the internal handle mechanisms using the special sterile oil. By taking these
precautions, the instruments useful life will not be reduced in any way.
Consult the instructions provided by the manufacturer of the instrument/material to be sterilized before
subjecting it to autoclave
treatment, checking for any incompatibilities. Scrupulously follow the methods of using detergents or disinfectants and the usage
instructions of the automatic devices for washing and/or lubricating them.
On the other, as regards textile material (or porous, in general), such as smocks, napkins, caps and other, carefully wash and then dry them before treating
them in the autoclave .
e Do not use detergents with a high content of chlorine and/or phosphates. Do not bleach with chlorine-based products. These substances
can damage the tray supports, trays and any metal instruments that may be present in the sterilization chamber.
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