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6 Preparation methods according to ISO 17664
WARNING
Hazard from non-sterile products.
Risk of infection to the care provider and patient.
▶ Before first use and after each use, prepare and sterilise the medical device.
Note
The following preparation procedures apply for the SONICflex tips, torque span‐
ner and nozzle needle.
6.1 Preparation at the site of use
WARNING
Hazard from nonsterile products.
There is a risk of infection from contaminated medical devices.
▶ Take suitable personal protective measures.
Note
Do not place the tips in the drill bit bath, as the fine capillaries would corrode
badly, making it impossible to rinse them under running water.
Note
If a sterile coolant is used, the SONICflex tips must be rinsed with spray water
after each use to prevent crystallisation in the tips.
▶ Remove all residual cement, composite or blood without delay.
▶ The medical device must be dry when transported for reconditioning.
▶ Do not place it in a solution or similar.
▶ Reprocess the medical device as soon as possible after treatment.
▶ Prepare the SONICflex instrument according to the manufacturer's instruc‐
tions for use.
6.2 Preparation before cleaning
▶ Remove the tip from the SONICflex using the torque wrench.
6.3 Cleaning
CAUTION
Malfunctions from cleaning in the ultrasonic unit.
Defects in the product.
▶ Only clean manually or in a thermodisinfector.
Instructions for use For SONICflex tips paro - REF 0.571.0371, paro A - REF 1.006.2020
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