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Preparations at the place of use
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Disassemble the product immediately after use, as
described in the respective instructions for use.
¾
Open up instruments with hinges.
¾
Rinse non-visible surfaces such as those in
instruments with concealed crevices, lumens or
complex geometries, preferably with distilled
water, using a disposable syringe for instance.
¾
Remove any visible surgical residues to the extent
possible with a damp, lint-free cloth.
¾
Transport the dry instrument in a sealed waste
container for cleaning and disinfection within
6 hours.
Preparation before cleaning
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Disassemble the product prior to cleaning, see
Disassembly.
Cleaning/disinfection
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Carry out ultrasound cleaning:
– as an effective mechanical supplement to
manual cleaning/disinfection,
– as a pre-cleaning procedure for products with
encrusted residues, in preparation for mechanical
cleaning/disinfecting,
– as an integrated mechanical support measure for
mechanical cleaning/disinfecting,
– for additional cleaning of products with residues
left after mechanical cleaning/disinfecting.
¾
Clean and disinfect microsurgical products using a
machine if they can be securely placed in the
machine or positioning aid to ensure thorough
cleaning.
Manual cleaning/disinfection
¾
Keep working ends open for cleaning.
¾
When cleaning instruments with movable hinges,
ensure that these are in an open position and, if
applicable, move the joint while cleaning.
¾
After manual cleaning/disinfection, check visible
surfaces visually for residues.
¾
Where necessary, repeat the cleaning process.
CAUTION
Damage to the product due to
inappropriate cleaning/disinfecting
agents and/or excessive tempera-
tures!
¾
Use cleaning and disinfecting
agents approved for e.g.
aluminum, plastics and high-
grade steel, according to the
manufacturer’s instructions.
¾
Observe specifications regarding
concentration, temperature and
exposure time.
¾
Do not exceed the maximum
allowable cleaning temperature
of 60 °C.
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