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Reprocessing of the ESG-410
Inspection before disinfection
● Visually inspect the product thoroughly after cleaning. The product must be visually
clean.
● If there are any signs of debris, repeat the cleaning process.
Disinfection procedure
1. Take a soft, lint-free cloth that has been soaked with a suitable disinfectant.
2. Thoroughly wet all surfaces of the electrosurgical generator by wiping with moderate
pressure.
3. In a wet state, completely depress the power switch and wipe the power switch with
moderate pressure.
4. In a wet state, completely rotate the volume control on the rear panel of the
electrosurgical generator and wipe the volume control with moderate pressure.
5. The surfaces must remain visibly wet for the contact time that is designated by the
disinfectant’s manufacturer but not less than 3 minutes.
6. Use additional cloths to assure the designated continuous wet contact time.
7. Let the surfaces dry or wipe them dry using a lint-free cloth.
10.4 Reprocessing of other HF equipment
For the reprocessing or disposal of other HF equipment, e.g. neutral electrodes and
HF instruments, refer to the corresponding instructions for use of these products.