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13. Disinfection, cleaning, sterilisation
Sterilisation and storage
Cochlear recommends sterilisation according to
EN 13060 and EN 285, class B.
Sterilisation and storage
– Note the instructions of the steriliser manufacturer.
– Clean and disinfect before sterilising.
– Wrap the motor and the accessory in sterile goods
packing according to EN 868-5.
– Make sure that you only remove dry sterile goods.
– Store sterile goods dust-free and dry.
Approved sterilisation procedures
Follow your country-specific directives, standards
and guidelines.
– Steam sterilisation with sterilisers in accordance with
EN 13060 or EN 285, class B.
Sterilisation holding time: Minimum of 3 minutes at
134 °C (273.2 °F)
or
– Steam sterilisation with sterilisers in accordance
with EN 13060 or EN 285, class S.
The steriliser manufacturer must give their express approval
for the sterilisation of motors.
Sterilisation holding time: Minimum of 3 minutes at
134 °C (273.2 °F).
For sterilisation in sterilisers with a drying program
we recommend that you remove the motor
protective cover.