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Q1E-EP1432
5.7
Sterilization
The probe and accessory can be sterilized using either ethylene oxide
gas (EtO) sterilization or plasma sterilization (see table below).
Sterilization Method Probe and Magnetic sensor attachment
Plasma Sterilization
Applicable
ETO Sterilization
Applicable
Follow the manufacturer's instructions of the sterilizer regarding
usage, temperature and sterilization-time.
The sterilization method and operating conditions are as follows.
Sterilization Method
Condition
Plasma Sterilization:
STERRAD® 50, 100S or 200 (*)
Short Cycle
Plasma Sterilization:
Sterrad® NX or 100NX (*)
Standard cycle
ETO Sterilization
Gas Type: 10% EO/ 90% HCFC
Temperature: 50-55°C
Exposure Time: More than 120 minutes
Pressurization: 162-200kPa
Depressurization: 13-8kPa
Relative humidity: 40-90%
Aeration is minimum 12 hours
* STERRAD® systems are manufactured by "Johnson & Johnson"
1)
Before performing sterilization, check that the operation data of
sterilizer are in conjunction with min. and max. data applicable
for the probe and the Magnetic sensor attachment.
2)
Do not sterilize the probe and the Magnetic sensor attachment by
Steam Autoclaving. If you autoclave them, they suffers serious
damage and will be not functional.
Sterilization
WARNING
