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1 0 Sterilising handles of surgical lights
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Steam sterilisation at 135 °C (275 °F):
• Sterilisation time = 3 minutes,
• Drying time = at least 16 minutes
10.3.3 Sterilisation packaging
The handles are placed in a suitable sterilisation packaging (disposable sterilisation
packaging, e.g. film/paper sterilisation bags; single or double packaging in
accordance with DIN EN ISO 11607, suitable for steam sterilisation) and then
sterilised.
7. Place the pre-cleaned and disinfected handle in the sterilisation packaging.
8. Sterilise the handle according to the specifications.
9. Check the sterilised handle for material damage, cracks or deformation and
exchange damaged handles.
10. Check the cover pane (where present) for firm attachment and exchange the
handle as required.