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High Level Disinfection for Standard and Fiberoptic Blades
To achieve high level disinfection, a 2.4% glutaraldehyde solution (Cidex
®
or equivalent) must be prepared
at 77°F (25°C) to the manufacturer’s instructions. The blades should be fully immersed in the disinfectant
for a minimum of 45 minutes. No air bubbles should be visible on the immersed blades during this soak
time. The blades should then be removed from the disinfectant and immersed in purified water to rinse off
all disinfectant. Immersion should be for a minimum of one minute and the process should be repeated two
additional times using fresh purified water each time. Once rinsing is complete, the blades should be thor-
oughly dried using a sterile, lint-free cloth. Note: Always allow blades to completely dry before use.
High Level Disinfection for Disposable Fiberoptic Blades
Disposable fiberoptic laryngoscope blades are supplied non-sterile. They are designed for single patient use
only and are not disinfected after use. Gas sterilization by Ethylene oxide following these guidelines. Temper-
ature 55°C (±5°C) EO pressure - 180 mmHg (± 20 mmHg) Chamber pressure 210mmHg (±20mmHg).
High Level Disinfection for Standard and Fiberoptic Handles
To achieve high level disinfection, a 2.4% glutaraldehyde solution (Cidex
®
or equivalent) must be prepared
at 77°F (25°C) to the manufacturer’s instructions. The end caps of the handles, lamp cartridge and bulb, and
batteries must be removed. Both the end caps and handles should be fully immersed in the disinfectant for a
minimum of 45 minutes. No air bubbles should be visible on the immersed components during this soak
time. The components should then be removed from the disinfectant and immersed in purified water to
rinse off all disinfectant. Immersion should be for a minimum of one minute and the process should be re-
peated two additional times using fresh purified water each time. Once rinsing is complete, the components
should be thoroughly dried using a sterile, lint-free cloth. Note: Always allow components to completely dry
before reassembling the handles, inserting batteries, or using the devices. Lamp cartridge and bulb can be
wiped with a cloth dampened with 70% isopropyl alcohol. DO NOT ALLOW SOLUTION TO ENTER INTO
THE CARTRIDGE. The lamp cartridge and bulb CANNOT be SOAKED OR AUTOCLAVED.
Steris Sterilization Processes for Disposable and Fiberoptic Laryngoscopes
This product has been validated with the V-PRO 1 Standard Cycle; V-PRO 1 Plus Lumen and Non Lumen
Cycles; V-PRO maX Lumen, Non Lumen, and Flexible Cycles; V-PRO 60 Lumen and Non Lumen Cycles
using the V-PRO 60 Low Temperature Sterilization System with VAPPROX® HC Sterilant and V-PRO maX
Low Temperature Sterilization System.
Steam Sterilization for Standard and Fiberoptic Blades and Handles
Gravity
249.8°F (121°C)
30 minutes
15 minutes
Sterilizer Type:
Preconditioning Pulses:
Minimum Temperature:
Full Cycle Time:
Minimum Dry Time:
Prevacuum
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269.6°F (132°C)
4 minutes
20 minutes
Sterilizer Type:
Minimum Temperature:
Full Cycle Time:
Minimum Dry Time:
