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Ultrasonic cleaning is strictly prohibited
2. Disinfection
Soaking in solutions or Thermo chemically in a washer Sterilizer up to 65°C maximum may
perform disinfection. Manufacturers instruction regarding duration and concentration of
solutions should be strictly adhered. After Disinfection, rinse throughly in sterile water and
dry with a lint free clean cloth.
3. Cold Soak Solution
To achieve a high-level disinfection, Cidex®OPA or 2.4% Glutaraldehyde solution may be used
according to manufacturer’s instructions. Dry with lint free, clean cloth or filtered pressurized
air. Reassemble all parts, load handle with batteries and test the system for proper function.
If not functional, review battery / lamp testing instructions below.
Do not immerse Blades in Bleach, Betadine or Potassium Hydroxide solutions.
Doing so will severel damage instruments also avoid metal to metal contact after
soaking, the blades should be rinsed under sterile water to remove chemical
residues and dry with lint free clean cloth or filtered pressurized air.
4. Sterilization
Before performing any of the procedures described below, the blade should be cleaned as
described in the cleaning Procedure.
Note: Its is recommended to remove the fiber optic light guide from the blade before sterilization
it effect the polishing of fiber and decreases the light output.
5. Gas Sterilization
Gas sterilization by Ethylene oxide up to a maximum temperature of 65 C and 8 p.s.i, may be
performed, which is preferred especially if sterilization is to be performed regularly.
6. Steam Sterilization
Steam Sterilization can also be performed. Insert device in appropriate autoclave pouch.
(A) GRAVITY
DISPLACEMENT STEAM
(B) PRE-VACUUM
STEAM
Temperature
121°C (250°F)
132°C (270°F)
Cycle Time
30 Minutes
4 Minutes
Dry Time
15 Minutes
20 Minutes
Note: Do not exceed temperature of 135°C and pressure of 28 p.s.i
Flash autoclaving and hot air sterilization should be avoided as these processes
will damage the instrument.
Steris Amsco V-Pro
F/O Laryngoscope Blades and Handles are compatible with:
Amsco V-Pro 1 Low Temperature Sterilization System
Amsco V-Pro 1 Plus Low Temperature Sterilization System
Amsco V-Pro 1 Pro Max Temperature Sterilization System
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