Pentax EB-1970TK - Optional Sterilization

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WARNING
• Please note that PENTAX Medical has not validated any sterilization
methods for exible endoscopes other than steam sterilization and the
STERRAD
®
NX™ system.
• During the reprocessing process, always wear protective equipment
(e.g., gloves, gowns, face masks, etc.) to minimize the risk of cross
contamination.
• Prior to sterilization, all instruments and components must be
meticulously cleaned and dried. Failure to do so can result in incomplete
or ineffective sterilization.
• Sterilization efcacy and material compatibility depend on the following
factors:
- thorough cleaning of the device
- load of the devices to be sterilized
- wrapping of the devices to be sterilized
- sterilization cycle parameters
• Use a chemical indicator (CI) and/or biological indicator (BI)
recommended by the manufacturer of the sterilizer to control the
sterilization process and ensure sterilization efcacy.
• After sterilization, ensure that the package is intact. If there are any
signs of abnormalities such as stains, wetness, tears, or any other
indications that the packaging has been damaged or opened, repeat the
sterilization process with new packaging.
1-3-3-1. Steam Sterilization
CAUTION
After sterilization, the components and accessories may be hot. To avoid
burns, wait until they return to room temperature befor handling.
1-3-3-1-1. Preparation
1) Make sure that the cap of the inlet seal (OF-B190) is closed when packaged for
sterilization.
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Figure 1.34
Accessory
Sterilization
1
1-3-3. Optional sterilization