STERLINK mini User Manual
Chapter 4. Preparation of Medical Devices
4.1. Indications for Use
The STERLINK mini sterilizer with STERLOAD™ mini is a vaporized hydrogen peroxide
sterilizer intended for use in the terminal sterilization of cleaned, rinsed, and dried reusable metal
and nonmetal medical devices used in healthcare facilities. A pre-programmed sterilization lumen
cycle operates at low pressure and low temperature and is thus suitable for processing medical
devices sensitive to heat and moisture.
The STERLINK mini chamber mode can sterilize:
∙ Instruments with diffusion-restricted spaces such as the hinged portion of forceps and
scissors
∙ Medical devices with a single stainless-steel lumen with
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An inside diameter of 1.6 mm or larger and a length of 200 mm or shorter
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It can sterilize medical devices with lumen structure up to five and the maximum weight allowed
for sterilization is 1.54 lbs.
WARNING! BE SURE TO UNDERSTAND THE STERILIZATION PROCESSES.
Before processing item(s) in the sterilizer, make sure you know how the STERLINK plus
sterilization process will affect the item(s). If you have questions, or if you are in doubt
about the materials in your device, contact the medical device manufacturer or your local
Plasmapp customer support representative for more information.
WARNING! BREACH OF WARRANTY.
Improper use may cause damages to the equipment, and such damages will not be covered
by the manufacturer's warranty.
The STERLINK plus Sterilization System is also suitable for the sterilization of both non-surgical and
surgical instruments such as dentures, endoscopes, orbital implants, prostheses for bone marrow percutaneous
amputation and surgical equipment, etc.
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