Special processes
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Optional OXIVARIO system
Intended use
This washer disinfector can be set up or retro-fitted to use the OX-
IVARIO process by adding two additional dispenser pumps together
with a buffer tank for hydrogen peroxide solution H
2
O
2
. The DOS 2
dispenser is used for the H
2
O
2
solution.
The OXIVARIO and OXIVARIO PLUS programmes are available for
this process.
The OXIVARIO process releases active oxygen under alkaline condi-
tions. The cleaning agent used must be tenside free and have a pH
value of between 11 and 11.5.
Areas of applica-
tion
The
OXIVARIO
process has an alkaline main wash making it suitable
for the reprocessing of surgical instruments where existing proced-
ures are not satisfactory. It is particularly suitable for surgical instru-
ments such as those used in high frequency surgery, orthopaedic
surgery as well as for instruments which have dried out because of
the length of time between using them and reprocessing them. It is
also suitable for antiseptic circumstances.
The
OXIVARIO PLUS
process is designed to prevent iatrogenic prion
transmission (vCJD).
The cleaning process is gentle enough for instruments used in minim-
ally invasive surgery, including fibre optics, where the manufacturer
has declared that they are suitable for reprocessing with an alkaline
cleaning agent.
It is not suitable for anodised aluminium.
Be aware that items made from alloys containing titanium such as
some implants, do not always state the material's compatibility.
Processing such items can result in colour changes, rendering any
coding on them ineffective. If in doubt please consult the manufac-
turer of the item.
Due to the high efficacy of these processes it is important to
lubricate joints and contact parts on instruments immediately after
reprocessing them.
