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Handpiece
Wipe Cable
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Wipe cable with cloth or absorbent paper moistened with an enzymatic detergent such as ASP
Enzol® or Steris Prolystica®. Follow manufacturer’s directions for preparing solutions. Clean all
surfaces of bloodstains and obvious signs of contamination.
Wash & Brush
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Wash and brush handpiece with hot water mixed with an enzymatic detergent such as ASP Enzol®
or Steris Prolystica®. Follow manufacturer’s directions for preparing
solutions.
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The handpiece cannot be immersed.
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Brush all passages at least four (4) times from FRONT to REAR, rotating the brushes during inser-
tion and inserting the brushes fully. This ensures clearing of debris from the internal passages.
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The
item’s
exterior surface can be cleaned using a standard soft bristle cleaning brush.
Rinse
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Rinse item under warm running water for a minimum of 1 minute to clear soap residue.
Dry
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Dry item fully with absorbent towel or paper. Dispose of cloth or paper in accordance with Hospi-
tal or Clinic practices for contaminated wastes.
Inspect
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Inspect handpiece and cable and remove any item which shows signs of damages (cracks, gouges,
fractures etc.). Mark damaged items clearly to prevent future use before disposal.
Table 9.2.1.2 Cleaning of handpiece
CAUTION 9.1
Do not use ultrasonic cleaners to clean the handpiece as this method could damage the handpiece.
CAUTION 9.2
Be certain to clear debris from all internal passages by brushing. Failure to do so may hinder sterilization of
units during autoclaving.
CAUTION 9.3
Do not immerse ultrasonic console, handpiece, irrigation pump, remote footswitch or electric cables. These
items are not sealed against liquids and damage to equipment will result.
Console and Footswitch
Wipe Surfaces
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Follow manufacturer’s directions for preparing solutions. Misonix recommends the use
of CaviWipes1 ® or an equivalent quanternany ammonium compound surface cleaning
and disinfection wipe. Wipe footswitch and console, including irrigation unit, with cloth
or absorbent paper moistened with an enzymatic detergent such as ASP Enzol® or Steris
Prolystica®. Follow manufacturer’s directions for preparing solutions. Clean all surfaces of
bloodstains and obvious signs of contamination.
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Dispose of cloth or paper with contaminated waste.
Table 9.2.1.3 Cleaning of console and footswitch
Caution 9.4
The console and footswitch should never be immersed in liquids, and liquid disinfectants should not be
poured directly onto the equipment as irreparable damage or electrical hazards may result. Use disinfecting
products on wipe substrates.
Caution 9.5
The only external surfaces of the console should be cleaned. Do not attempt to remove any panels
in order to clean or disinfect internal surfaces.
