STERLINK mini User Manual
Chapter 3. Overview of the Sterilizer
3.1. Intended Use
The STERLINK mini sterilizer system is a low temperature sterilizer using sterilant of hydrogen
peroxide to inactivate microorganisms for a broad range of metal and nonmetal medical devices.
This sterilizer offers an effective, safe, fast, economical, easy–to-use, reliable, and flexible
sterilization method.
Before operating the sterilizer, please review the Chapter 4 “Load preparation” in which
recommended materials and lumen sizes are described. When selecting reusable medical devices to
be processed in this sterilizer system, reprocessing information should be obtained from the
manufacturer of the medical device in accordance with international norms (such as ISO 17664 or
AAMI TIR 12).
▪ Product ratings and specifications
Specifications / Conditions
Maximum power consumption
Relative humidity 30 - 85 %
3.2. Sterilization Processes
As a healthcare professional, you are probably already familiar with the general principles of
sterilization. However, special attention is required when handling the STERLINK plus Sterilizer
System, which adopts its own method that is different from other existing sterilizers.
It sterilizes medical devices by diffusing hydrogen peroxide vapor into chamber. It can quickly
sterilize medical devices and materials without leaving toxic residues, and does not damage the
medical devices that are sensitive to heat and moisture.
It can be used on both metallic and non-metallic medical instruments, and it can also sterilize medical
instruments with hard-to-reach spaces (limited diffusion spaces), such as forceps. For more details,
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