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CLEANING AND STERILIZATION PROCEDURES
GUIDELINES
The Gemini EVO™ 810 + 980 Soft Tissue Laser is not supplied in sterile condition, nor must it be sterilized before
use with the exception of the handpiece, 3 mm PBM, and 7 mm PBM tips. The following cleaning and sterilization procedures
are recommended before the initial use and after each subsequent use:
1. The disposable fiber tips are supplied non-sterile by the manufacturer and should be wiped with isopropyl alcohol wipes
by the operator prior to use. The tips are to be discarded in an infectious waste container (SHARPS) after each use.
There is no reuse or reprocessing procedure indicated for the disposable fiber tips.
2. The aluminum handpiece, 3 mm, and 7 mm PBM adapters are also provided non-sterile by the manufacturer and
should be cleaned and sterilized prior to initial use and after each use following these instructions:
CLEANING
The cleaning process is intended to remove blood, protein, and other potential contaminants from the surfaces and crevices
of reusable accessories. This process may also reduce the quantity of particles, microorganisms, and pathogens present.
Cleaning must be performed within a maximum of 1 hour after the procedure and always prior to sterilization:
1. After use, carefully remove the disposable fiber tip from the handpiece and dispose of in an infectious waste container
(SHARPS).
2. Clean the handpiece and attached fiber cable by using one CaviWipes
®
towelette, or equivalent product, to completely
pre-clean exposed areas of all gross debris. Be sure to wipe the threaded area where the disposable tip attaches. The
same procedure applies for 3 mm and 7 mm PBM adapters. PBM adapters must be removed from handpiece prior to
cleaning.
3. An FDA-cleared barrier sleeve, made for dental instruments, should be used on the 3 and 7 mm Intraoral PBM adapters
before being used. Discard after each use and follow proper sterilization instructions.
4. Use a new towelette to thoroughly wet all pre-cleaned areas—keeping all areas wet for 2 minutes at room temperature
(68° F/20° C). Repeated use of towelettes may be required to ensure that the surfaces remain visibly wet.
5. Visually inspect the handpiece to ensure there is no visible debris remaining. If necessary, continue wiping with
CaviWipes towelette until all visible debris is removed.
6. Wipe all exposed areas of the handpiece shell with isopropyl alcohol wipes to remove any residue left by the CaviWipes
towelette.
WARNING:
THE GEMINI EVO
™
810 + 980 SOFT TISSUE LASER AND ITS COMPONENTS
CANNOT BE CLEANED WITH AN AUTOMATED CLEANING PROCESS.
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