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4) Wipe the exterior of the handpiece clean using a cloth moistened with disinfectant or ethanol with a
concentration of 60 - 90%. (Fig. 8)
When using disinfectant, follow the instructions given by the manufacturer of the disinfectant.
Use a state-sanctioned disinfectant with proven bactericidal, fungicidal, and virucidal properties.
The following disinfectants can be used in the United Stat
es and Canada.
CaviCide
®
, CaviWipes
®
(manufactured by Metrex)
5) Remove the irrigation tube from the irrigation nozzle and remove moisture with a dry cloth. Then remove the
irrigation nozzle from the handpiece. (Fig. 9)
Fig. 8
Fig. 9
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