Reprocessing
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Supplement
Fabius plus SW 3.n
The following chapters have been added or have changed.
Information on reprocessing
Instructions for reprocessing are based on
internationally accepted guidelines, e.g., standard
ISO 17664.
Safety information
WARNING
Risk due to inappropriately reprocessed
products
Reusable products must be reprocessed,
otherwise there is an increased risk of
infection.
– Follow the infection prevention policies
and reprocessing regulations of the
health-care facility.
– Follow the national infection prevention
policies and reprocessing regulations.
– Use validated procedures for
reprocessing.
– Reprocess reusable products after every
use.
– Follow the manufacturer's instructions for
cleaning agents, disinfectants, and
reprocessing devices.
CAUTION
Risk due to faulty products
Signs of wear, e.g., cracks, deformation,
discoloration, or peeling, may occur with
reprocessed products.
Check the products for signs of wear and replace
them if necessary.
CAUTION
Risk of failure of flow measurement
Improper reprocessing and soiling, such as
deposits or particles, can damage the flow
sensor.
– No machine cleaning or disinfection
– No plasma sterilization or radiation
sterilization
– No water jets, compressed air, brushes or the
like
– No ultrasonic bath
– No hot-steam sterilization with Spirolog and
Infinity ID flow sensors
– Clean and disinfect the flow sensor in
accordance with the corresponding
instructions for use.
– For disinfecting the flow sensor use only
clean disinfectant solutions.
WARNING
Risk of fire
Residual vapors of easily flammable
disinfectants (e.g., alcohols) and deposits
that were not removed during reprocessing
can ignite when the flow sensor is in use.
– Ensure particle-free cleaning and
disinfection.
– After disinfection, allow the flow sensor to
air for at least 30 minutes.
– Before inserting the flow sensor, check for
visible damage and soiling such as
residual mucus, medication aerosols, and
particles.
– Replace flow sensors when damaged,
soiled, or not particle-free.