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Avoid personal injury. Do not attempt to clean •
lighthead unless power is turned off at wall
control.
Avoid using excessive amounts of spray •
cleaners. Leakage of fluids into the interior of
lighthead may cause corrosion of electrical
components.
Handle Cleaning & Sterilization
The sterilizable handles are constructed of heat
resistant, impact resistant plastic. They should
be cleaned with mild alkaline cleaning products
WITHOUT active chlorine. Thoroughly rinse off all
cleaners with water. Ensure that the open side of
handles are face down.
Recommended sterilization parameters for steriliz-
able handle:
Steam Sterilization:
134°C(273°F):2.3bars(33.3PSI)
4 minutes
Always consult current AORN journal recommen-
dations for proper sterilization procedures.
MAINTENANCE
General
To insure proper operation and to extend the life
of your SKYTRON surgical lighting system, the
following preventive maintenance procedures are
recommended.
NOTE
All repairs should be made using only
authorized SKYTRON replacement
parts.
Daily Maintenance
Daily or between cases, the lighthead exterior
should be wiped down with a mild cleaning agent
which will not affect the painted or acrylic parts.
Do not apply or spray cleaning agents directly on
the lighthead.
CAUTION
Use of incompatible cleaning agents
will cause damage to the fixture. Avoid
the use of cleaning solutions which
contain high concentrations of alcohol,
ethelene glycol, phenol, iodophors, or
glutaraldehyde based disinfectancts.
Staining, pitting, discoloration and dif-
fuser cracking may occur if these are
used.
Only dissinfectants and cleaners may be used •
that are certified from the manufacturer for com-
patibility with the following materials:
-- Polycarbonate (PC)
-- Silicones
Always consult with the manufacturer of the •
cleaning agent for proper application and use.
Always spot test on an inconspicuous area
before use.
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