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9.
Cleaning And Sterilization
Follow manufacturer’s directions for preparing solutions. Misonix recommends the use of CaviWipes® or equivalent
quaternary ammonium compound surface disinfectant wipe. Please follow manufacturer’s instructions for surface cleaning
and disinfection of hard non porous surfaces, including, without limitation, the use of personal Protection Equipment (PPE)
for Blood borne Pathogens. Dispose of the used wipes in accordance with local regulations regarding the disposal of
biological hazardous wipes.
9.1.
Disassembly
Console Tear-down
Disable Ultrasound
Switch to Standby Mode using enable/standby button. Confirm that Amplitude setting is
HOLLOW GREY.
Switch Console OFF
Set Mains Power switch on console rear to OFF.
Remove Handpiece Cable
Pull cable connector from receptacle on console front.
Remove Handpiece
Sheath
If used, slide sheath over handpiece and dispose according to facility’s procedures for disposal of
single use items.
Remove Tubing
Open pump cover. Remove tubing from pump compartment.
Disconnect tubing from irrigant container.
Wipe Down Console
Wipe down the console.
Table 9.1 Console tear-down
Handpiece Disassembly
Disassemble all handpiece components in reverse order of assembly. Please refer to Section 8.2 for disassembly after surgical
procedure.
Dispose Of Single-Use Items
All items marked single use must not be reused. Reuse of these items could result in severe patient injury or death.
Once used, dispose of single use items in accordance with standard hospital procedures for disposal of biocontaminated
wastes.
WARNING 8.1
Remove probe cover, ultrasonic tip and extension from the handpiece prior to cleaning and/or sterilization;
otherwise proper cleaning/sterilization may be inhibited.
WARNING 9.1 Single-use items should be discarded following each surgical procedure according to hospital protocol for
disposal of biocontaminated wastes. Do not attempt to reuse or re-sterilize any single-use items.
Dispose ultrasonic tips in a sharps container.
