Integra CUSA NXT, Operator'S Manual

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• Chapter 6 • Disassembly and Sterilization of CUSA
®
NXT After Surgery
6.
Reposition the handle of the handpiece in the holder cut out and using the
same wrench set as before, loosen the angled extension by turning it
counterclockwise.
7.
Detach the angled extension and place it in cleaning solution.
8.
Keeping the plug dry, place the handpiece handle and cord into cleaning
solution.
Guidelines for Cleaning the Handpieces
1.
Clean all handpiece parts thoroughly using an aspiration port brush (part
# 1523101) to clean the inner channels, pushing it in the direction of
aspiration (i.e. from tip to handle).
2.
Rinse all parts in clean water (keeping the plug dry) and dry thoroughly.
3.
Clean and rinse the wrench set and add it to the sterilization tray (part #
07289 for the CUSA Selector Handpiece).
4.
Place the wrench set in sterilization tray.
5.
Place the disassembled handpiece and applicable accessories (reusable
tip, reusable shroud, non-sterile flue, and angled extension) in a
sterilization tray.
6. Sterilize according to hospital policy (see page 77).
Notice
If you are using either a straight or laparoscopic handpiece, the angled
extension is not required.
Notice
Product damage will result if you do not follow these notices when cleaning the
handpiece:
•
Do not immerse the handpiece cable electrical connector in liquid.
•
Do not use ultrasonic or automatic washers.
•
Do not use chlorinated substances such as bleach solution.
• Do not clean the handpiece with abrasive cleaners or steel wire wool.