Chapter 5 Cleaning and Sterilizing
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Chapter 5 Cleaning and Sterilizing
WARNING
Water containers and caps are not cleaned or sterilized before
shipment. Before using water container and caps for the first time,
reprocess according to the instructions given in this Chapter.
5.1 Importance of cleaning, disinfection, and sterilization
The medical literature reports incidents of cross contamination resulting from improper cleaning,
disinfection, or sterilization. It is strongly recommended that all individuals engaged in
reprocessing closely observe all instructions given in this manual and the manuals of all ancillary
equipment, and have a thorough understanding of the following items:
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Professional health and safety criteria of your hospital
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Individual cleaning, disinfection, and sterilization protocols
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Structure and handling of endoscopic equipment
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Handling of pertinent chemicals
For the types and conditions of the means of cleaning, disinfection, and sterilization to be adopted,
please make judgments from your professional viewpoints.
WARNING
• Water containers and caps should be emptied, cleaned and sterilized at
least once per day. Failure to do so could pose an infection control risk.
• Failure to properly clean and sterilize the water container and caps
could lead to infection.
• During cleaning and sterilizing, wear appropriate personal protective
equipment, such as eye wear, face mask, moisture-resistant clothing
and chemical-resistant gloves that fit properly and are long enough so
that your skin is not exposed.
• Patient debris and reprocessing chemicals are hazardous. Wear
personal protective equipment to guard against dangerous chemicals
and potentially infectious material. During cleaning and disinfection or
sterilization, wear appropriate personal protective equipment, such as
eye wear, face mask, moisture-resistant clothing, and chemical-resistant
gloves that fit properly and are long enough so that your skin is not
exposed. Always remove contaminated personal protective equipment
before leaving the reprocessing area.
• The disinfection/sterilization room must be adequately ventilated.
Adequate ventilation protects against the buildup of toxic chemical
fumes.
• Turn off the OFP-2 and disconnect the power cord prior to cleaning and
servicing.
CAUTION
• Do not drop the water container or subject it to impacts. The container
could become damaged and unusable.
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