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GA--A 202
7.4.5 Sterilization
Steam sterilization:
Z Steam-sterilize the POWER STICK M3 at 134 C (272 F) using a
fractional pre-vacuum method.
' Open the suction and irrigation control valves to allow the steam to
flow freely.
' The connection cable must remain connected to POWER STICK M3.
Steris
r
and Sterrad
r
sterilization procedures:
.
NOTE!
The STERISr and STERRADr sterilization procedures have been certi
fied for endoscopes and endoscopic accessories only with regard to their
material compatibility.
7.5 Reprocessing of re-usable irrigation adapter
7.5.1 Manual reprocessing
Wet preparation at the point of use:
Z Immediately after use immerse the irrigation adapter in a combined
disinfecting and cleaning solution.
' This prevents microorganisms from being transmitted and contamin
ant residues from drying on the instrument.
Manual cleaning/disinfection:
Z Thoroughly rinse/rinse out irrigation adapter (13.14) under the tap.
Z Thoroughly rinse out irrigation tube (13.14.1).
Z Immerse irrigation adapter in a combined cleaning and disinfecting
solution. Clean hollow spaces (e.g. channels) with suitable brushes
while the parts are immersed.
Z Thoroughly rinse with demineralized water, then dry inside and out with
acloth,swaborcompressedair.
13.14
13.14.1
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