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Cleaning, Reprocessing, and
Maintenance
Reprocessing the Urology Camera Head
These reprocessing instructions are provided in accordance with ISO 17664,
AAMI TIR12, AAMI ST79, and AAMI ST81. While they have been validated
by Stryker as being capable of preparing the device for re-use, it remains the
responsibility of the processor to ensure that the reprocessing as actually
performed, using equipment, materials, and personnel in the reprocessing
facility, achieves the desired result. This normally requires validation and
routine monitoring of the process. Stryker recommends users observe these
standards when reprocessing medical devices.
Warnings
• This device must be cleaned and sterilized prior to the first use and after
every subsequent use.
• Use only the sterilization cycles outlined in this document. Using
unspecified sterilization cycles may damage the device or result in
incomplete sterilization.
• Separate the urology camera head and scope prior to cleaning,
disinfection, or sterilization.
• Wear appropriate protective equipment: gloves, eye protection, etc.
Cautions
• Always install the soaking cap prior to processing the urology camera.
Failure to properly tighten the soaking cap will corrode the connector
pins and void the warranty.
• Inspect the camera cable for cuts and breaks before soaking in any fluid.
Return any damaged camera to Stryker for service.
• Do not use brushes or pads with metal or abrasive tips during manual
cleaning, as permanent scoring or damage could result.
• To minimize galvanic corrosion, avoid soaking dissimilar metals in close
proximity.
• Never soak the camera in the same tray with sharp instruments.
• Repeated sterilization via Ethylene Oxide may result in degradation
in image quality.