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Manual disinfection:
1)
Prepare the disinfectant solution in a tank with cold water
(please follow the instructions of the disinfectant
manufacturer regarding application, concentration,
microbiological efficiency, service life and contact time).
2)
Confirm the concentration of the disinfectant before
immersing the probe. Although Cidex® OPA does not need to be
diluted, it is recommended to use test strips to verify the
concentration. The test strips can indicate whether or not
the concentration is above the Minimum Effective
Concentration (MEC). Please also note the expiration date of
the test stripes. Temperature of disinfectant solution should
be minimum 20°C. The minimum contact time is 5 minutes. If
a different disinfectant is used, follow the manufacturer’s
instructions. Please also consider the material
compatibility for the medical device.
3)
Immerse the immersible part of the probe into the disinfectant
(see Fig. 3). Set a clock to insure the recommended contact
time which is 5 minutes.
4)
Rinse the immersible part of the probe with deionized water
for 1 minute. (alternatively: immerse the immersible part of
the probe in a tray filled with deionized water (see Fig. 3)
for 5 min.)
5)
Visually check the outer surface of the probe for leavings
of the disinfectant. If necessary, repeat the rinsing.
4.4
Drying
1)
Wipe the probe with a single-use, fluff-free
wipe or towel to remove moisture from the surface of the probe.
2)
Dry the probe naturally in an ambient temperature between
15-30°C for a minimum of 4 hours. Alternatively the equipment
can be dried using a drying heater at a temperature of less
than 60°C.
4.5
Inspection
Inspect the equipment for any damage such as crack, scratch or
deformation. Do not use it if any damage is found.
Drying
