Instruction Manual
MAN-040
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Cleaning the Endoscope Cabinet
1. Remove dirt, blood, and other organic soil.
2. Always clean the cabinet prior to disinfection to avoid compromising the disinfectant’s effectiveness.
3.
Dust first, then remove any stubborn deposits with a damp sponge.
4. Using a soft cloth, clean with a non-abrasive, neutral liquid detergent at a 10-20% solution. Use a stronger
concentration in the presence of excessive dirt.
5. Lightly rinse before disinfection, being careful to minimize moisture in the cabinet.
6. Avoid using bleach for cleaning or disinfecting your cabinet’s surface, as bleach causes permanent
damage through oxidation and staining.
7. Do not use abrasives, such as steel wool, wire brushes or scrapers on the stainless steel surface. For detailed
instructions in stainless steel cabinet care, see page 12.
Disinfecting the Endoscope Cabinet
1. It is recommended to use quaternary ammonium compounds for regular disinfecting of stainless steel
surfaces. Follow the medical facility’s direction for the proper concentration and use.
A. This low-level disinfectant comes highly recommended for general housekeeping of medical storage
cabinets and other non-critical items.
B. Quaternary ammonium compounds are bactericidal, fungicidal, and virucidal against lipophilic
(enveloped) viruses.
C. At hospital-strength concentration, quaternary ammonium compounds can destroy HIV, hepatitis B
and C, influenza, and more.
2. Ensure maximum effectiveness by adhering to the disinfectant manufacturer’s recommended contact time.
Endoscope Cabinet Component Care
1. It is recommended to use quaternary ammonium compounds for disinfecting the stainless steel components
of the scope cabinet. Follow the medical facility’s direction for the proper concentration and use.
2. Regularly clean the scope hangers with a mild, anti-bacterial, non-abrasive detergent. Then use hospital
grade disinfectants that are suitable for acrylic plastic (PMMA) to disinfect the scope hangers and other
plastic surfaces of the cabinet. Avoid disinfectants that contain glycol ethers as an ingredient. Do not use
alcohol or ammonia which causes cracking.
3. Remove the cabinet drain pan to clean every surface of the pan.
A. Clean and disinfect the stainless steel drain pan in the same manner as outlined above. Dry
completely before replacing.
4.
HEPA filters should be replaced every six months (or sooner, depending on the amount of use). See page
12 for replacement instructions.