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1. After patient use, run syringe water for 30 seconds to help prevent cross-contamination between patients.
2. With gloved hands, remove used syringe tip (refer to page 1 for tip removal) for sterilization and dispose of syringe
barrier protection.
3. Use clean gloves to install replacement barrier protection on syringe body/head (refer to page 1 for part identification)
and sterilized syringe tip with each new patient.
WARNING: Forest syringes (excluding syringe tip) must be operated with FDA-cleared barrier protection (FDA Product Code: PEM)
during a procedure following Forest’s instructions; Forest syringe tip must be sterilized between patients.
1. Syringe tip must be sterilized before initial use and in between patients using the following parameters.
NOTE: The Syringe aluminum body and head remain on the tubing (refer to page 1 for part identification).
CAUTION: Be sure to rinse all pre-autoclave cleaning agents from components prior to sterilization.
WARNING: Sterilization parameters are gravity displacement steam autoclave. Parameters for wrapped (Sterilization Wrap FDA
Product Code: FRG) are 132°C (270°F) for 15 minutes at temperature with a 30-minute drying time. Parameters for unwrapped
(flash steam sterilization) are 132°C (270°F) for 3 minutes at temperature with a 30-minute drying time. Syringe tip weight:
0.224 oz
2. If visual inspection shows barrier has been physically compromised or barrier did not adequately cover syringe head or
body, immediately clean and then disinfect syringe body, head and tubing (refer to page 1 for part idenification).
3. When properly using barrier protection, clean and disinfect syringe body, head and tubing at the end of day following End
of Day procedure.
Reprocessing Procedure: End of Day, Between Patients when Barrier is Compromised and High-Risk
Patients
1. Dental unit can remain on. After syringe tip is removed for sterilization (refer to page 1 for tip removal) using a product
labeled as a cleaner (or a solution of mild dish soap/warm water) applied to a wipe or soft paper towel, clean contact
surfaces and remove visible soil/debris and contaminants from syringe body, head and syringe tubing (refer to page 1 for
part identification).
2. Detach (by unscrewing) the syringe head from the syringe body (both remain on tubing).
3. Disinfect syringe body, head and syringe tubing using an intermediate-level EPA-registered disinfectant (excluding
chlorine-based products) with the intended use in healthcare facilities (such as CaviWipes
TM
). Be sure to wipe around
the threads and inside of the parts. Slide syringe body down tubing as necessary to adequately expose all areas to
disinfectant.
4. Contrary to disinfectant label instructions for dwell time, allow disinfectant to remain wet on parts for at least a 4-minute
dwell (contact) time. Increased dwell time is due to various material and porosity types of Forest units. Use multiple
wipes to adequately wipe each surface and in order to keep surface visibly wet for the entire time. Allow surface to air dry
for no less than 1 minute.
5. After one minute if still wet, wipe surface dry and then repeat step 4 to allow for adequate disinfection due to various
material and porosity types.
6. Remove disinfectant residue with a solution of mild dish soap/warm water and wipe dry to minimize the harmful effects
of chemical disinfectant residues. Not doing so will accelerate degradation of materials over time.
7. Reattach syringe head to syringe body (by screwing).
Reprocessing Procedure: Between Patients
Procedure: Between Patients Replace Barrier Protection and Syringe Tip
Forest Air/Water Syringe and Syringe Tip
WARNING: Always wear gloves when handling contaminated components of the dental unit including used barrier protection and
while cleaning, disinfecting and sterilizing clinical contact surfaces. Be sure to change gloves after handling contaminated
material or devices.
WARNING: Forest syringes (excluding syringe tip) must be operated with FDA-cleared barrier protection (FDA Product Code: PEM)
during a procedure following Forest’s instruction for use; Forest syringe tip must be sterilized between patients.
WARNING: Even with the use of barrier protection, daily clean and then disinfect clinical contact surfaces with an
intermediate-level EPA-registered disinfectant (excluding chlorine-based products) with the intended use in healthcare
facilities and adhere to manufacturer’s instruction for use.
WARNING: Always consult the instruction for use and the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) of the disinfectant manufacturer to be aware of
any hazards.
CAUTION: Disinfectant products should not be used as cleaners unless the label indicates the product is suitable for such use.
Ensure the intermediate-level disinfectant product is compatible with the surfaces to which it is being applied. With any disinfectant,
daily cleaning with mild dish soap/warm water and wiping dry is required to minimize the harmful effects of chemical disinfectant
residues.
CAUTION: Forest makes no warranty, expressed or implied, that the use of disinfectants will not damage the surface finish
of the equipment. Damage and discoloration of the surface finishes due to chemical disinfection is not covered under warranty.
CAUTION: Do not use powdered cleansers or abrasive scrubbers on any dental unit surface. To remove dried-on material, use a
soft-bristled brush.
WARNING: Follow all local, State and Federal regulations for proper infection control. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s
recommendations for the cleaning, disinfection, and sterilization of dental equipment: Visit www.cdc.gov “Guidelines for Infection
Control in Dental Health-Care Settings — 2003” and “Summary of Infection Prevention Practices in Dental Settings” as well as
The American Dental Association’s recommendations can be found at: www.ada.org.
For questions or additional information on reprocessing your Forest equipment, please contact Forest Technical Support at
800-423-3555.
The syringe is an instrument powered by a dental unit intended to supply air and water to the oral cavity of dental patients. Press
water button to activate water; press air button to activate air. Pressing both buttons will create a mist.
WARNING: Refer to Forest Dental Unit Water Line Maintenance Operator’s Guide for detailed procedures on maintaning
syringe water line.
Air
Water
Pressing
both = mist
Air/Water Syringe
Operation
WARNING: Forest syringes are provided unsterile. Sterilization of syringe tip is required prior to use.
Syringe Infection Control
