Verathon GlideScope - PROCEDURE 10. STERILIZE THE SMART CABLE (OPTIONAL)

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Operations & Maintenance Manual: Cleaning & Disinfecting
PROCEdURE 10. STERILIZE THE SMART CABLE (OPTIONAL)
Smart Cables are considered to be noncritical devices Therefore, sterilization of the Smart Cable is optional.
Your medical care facility or provider may require sterilization of this component prior to use.
Verathon has validated the products in this procedure for both chemical compatibility and biological efficacy
when sterilizing Smart Cables as instructed in the Conditions column.
This component is heat‑sensitive, and exposing it to temperatures in excess of 60°C (140°F) will cause
damage to the electronics.
IMPORTANT
Table 11. Sterilization Methods for Smart Cables
PRODUCT
DISINFECTION
LEVEL
CYCLES
*
CONDITIONS
STERIS
®
S40™
orS20™
High/
Sterilization
750
Standard cycles in the following processors:
STERIS
®
SYSTEM 1
®
(outside U.S.)
SYSTEM 1E
®
(in U.S.)
SYSTEM 1 EXPRESS (outside U.S.)
SYSTEM 1 PLUS (outside U.S.)
STERIS
®
Vaprox
®
HC
Sterilization 100
Non‑lumen cycle in any STERIS
®
Amsco
®
V‑PRO
®
low‑temperature sterilization system.
ASP
®
Hydrogen
Peroxide Gas
Plasma
Sterilization 100
Use one of the following processors:
STERRAD
®
100S (in U.S.)
STERRAD
®
100S short cycle (outside U.S.)
STERRAD
®
NX standard cycle
STERRAD
®
100NX standard cycle
* Value indicates number of compatibility cycles tested on the component. Exceeding the recommended number of cycles may affect the
potential life of the product.
1. Ensure that the component has been properly cleaned according to the procedure Clean the Smart
Cable.
2. Package the component according to the instructions provided by the manufacturer of the sterilization
system (Example: trays, pouches, or wraps).
3. Sterilize the component according to the manufacturer’s instructions or according to the conditions
stated in Table 11.
4. Examine the component for any signs of damage. Reusable titanium blades should not have any signs of
damage other than minor surface scratches or discoloration of the metal as the result of use. If damage is
present, do not use the component, and contact Verathon
®
Customer Care.
5. Store the component in a clean environment that is appropriate for sterile equipment.