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1-3-3-1-2. Wrapping
1) Prior to steam sterilization, wrap the components and accessories individually with
two layers of one-ply Kimguard KC200 sterilization wrap (Kimberly-Clark) using
sequential wrapping technique.
1-3-3-1-3. Parameters
Steam sterilization can be performed under the following conditions:
Sterilizer Type Temperature Exposure Drying Time
Pre-vacuum
132°C 4 minutes 30 minutes
135°C 3 minutes 16 minutes
• Validation testing of these parameters was performed using two layers of
one ply Kimberly Clark Wrap KC-200 Sterilization Wrap (Kimberly-Clark).
Sequential wrapping technique was employed.
• Biological and/or chemical indicators used must be appropriate for the
stated sterilization cycle parameters and cleared by FDA.
1-3-3-2. Sterilization using STERRAD
®
NX™ system
The suction control valve (OF-B179) and the inlet seal (OF-B190) can be sterilized using
the STERRAD
®
NX™ sterilization.
1-3-3-2-1. Items required
• protective garments such as gloves, gowns, face masks, etc., to minimize the
risk of cross contamination.
• APTIMAX Instrument Tray (270 mm in width, 576 mm in length, 100 mm in height)
• APTIMAX Instrument Tray Mat (254 mm in width, 546 mm in length)
• instrument wrap recommended by STERRAD
®
for use of STERRAD
®
NX™
system
• tape recommended by STERRAD
®
for use of STERRAD
®
NX™ system
Accessory
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