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7. Cleaning, Disinfection and Sterilization
The cleaning, disinfection and sterilization of lip hook, file clip and touch probe
are as follows:
Unless otherwise stated, they will be hereinafter referred to as “products”.
Warnings
The use of strong detergent and disinfectant (alkaline pH>9 or acid pH <5) will reduce the life
span of products. In such cases, the manufacturer takes no responsibility.
This device shall not be exposed to high temperature above 138°C. Processing limit
The products have been designed for a large number of sterilization cycles. The materials
used in manufacture were selected accordingly. However with every renewed preparation
for use, thermal and chemical stresses will result in ageing of the products. The maximum
number of sterilizations for file clip is 200 times. For lip hook and touch probe, it is 1000 times.
7.1 Initial processing
7.1.1 Processing principles
It is only possible to carry out effective sterilization after the completion of effective cleaning
and disinfection. Please ensure that, as part of your responsibility for the sterility of products
during use, only sufficiently validated equipment and product- specific procedures are used for
cleaning/disinfection and sterilization, and that the validated parameters are adhered to during
every cycle.
Please also observe the applicable legal requirements in your country as well as the hygiene
regulations of the hospital or clinic, especially with regard to the additional requirements for
the inactivation of prions.
7.1.2 Post-operative treatment
The post-operative treatment must be carried out immediately, no later than 30 minutes after
the completion of the operation. The steps are as follows: 1.Remove the measuring wire from
the Apex Locator Device, and rinse away the dirt on the surface of product with pure water
(or distilled water/deionized water); 2.Dry the product with a clean, soft cloth and place it in a
clean tray.