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2. After removing the used battery, insert a new battery in the
correct direction of the battery terminal.
3. Place the battery cover on the back of the device, screw it in,
and insert the silicone ball into the screw hole.
PRECAUTIONS
• Dispose of used batteries in accordance with applicable laws
and regulations in the current country and region.
• Contact the dealer, Kerr Endodontics sales representative or Kerr
Customer Care and use an Apex Connect Battery approved by
Kerr Corporation.
CLEANING, DISINFECTION AND STERILIZATION
INSTRUCTIONS
After using the device, be sure to keep it thoroughly clean for the
next use. And clean everything thoroughly before autoclaving. In
order to prevent the dirt on the surface of the device from drying
out before cleaning, please wash it as soon as possible after use.
In addition, the reprocessing procedure should minimize delays
between steps.
Autoclavable Components: Lip hook, File
holder A and File holder B
The lip hook and the file holder must be sterilized after cleaning.
1
Cleaning and Disinfection: File Holder A
1. Put the file holder A in the tap water for 5 minutes.
2. Thoroughly clean the surfaces of the file holder A with a
tissue containing isopropyl alcohol (e.g., CaviWipes).
•
Wipe the surface of the file holder A at least twice in
one minute.
•
Clean the surface of the file holder A thoroughly to avoid
leaving any residue of contamination.
3. Rinse the file holder A in tap water for at least 30 seconds.
4. Dry the file holder A with a soft cloth, and dry at room
temperature for at least 30 minutes.
2
Cleaning and Disinfection: File Holder B
NOTE: Do not spray the File Holder B with a liquid
disinfectant.
1. Clean the surfaces of the file holder B with a tissue
containing isopropyl alcohol (e.g., CaviWipes).
• Wipe the surface of the file holder B at least twice in
one minute.
• Clean the surface of the file holder B thoroughly to avoid
leaving any residue of contamination.
2. Dry the file holder B with a soft cloth, and dry at room
temperature for at least 30 minutes.
3
Cleaning and Disinfection: Lip Hook
1. Put the lip hook in the tap water for 5 minutes.
2. Thoroughly clean the surfaces of the lip hook with a tissue
containing isopropyl alcohol (e.g., Caviwipes).
• Wipe the surface of the lip hook at least twice in
one minute.
• Clean the surface of the lip hook thoroughly to avoid
leaving any residue of contamination.
3. Rinse the lip hook in tap water for 30 seconds.
4. Dry the lip hook with a soft cloth, and dry at room
temperature for at least 30 minutes.
4
Packing and Sterilization
NOTE:
•
Health Care facilities are responsible for making sure that
the sterilization equipment is calibrated according to the
manufacturer’s manuals and specifications. In addition,
health care facilities are responsible for training their staff
on infection control, proper sterilization and disinfection
procedures
•
Make sure that the sterilization pouches are suitable for
steam sterilization and comply with the national guidelines,
standards, and requirements.
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ISO 11607
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For USA: Use FDA-cleared accessories
1. Place the cleaned lip hook and the file holder(s) into an
autoclave pouch.
2. Recommended sterilization parameters:
Cycle
Gravity
Displacement
Pre-Vacuum
Temperature (°C)
121°C (250°F)
132°C (270°F)
Exposure time (min)
30 minutes
4 minutes
Drying time (min)
30 minutes
30 minutes
3. Take out the lip hook and the file holder from the autoclave
and dry it while keeping it packed in the pouch for at least
30 minutes at room temperature.
PRECAUTIONS
• Maximum number of re-sterilization of lip hook and the file
holder is 250 times.
• Immediately after sterilization, the lip hook and the file holder
can be very hot. Cool it sufficiently before use as there is a risk of
injury such as burns.
• Do not leave the lip hook and the file holder inside the
autoclave after sterilization.
• Never sterilize components other than the lip hook and the
file holder.
NON-AUTOCLAVABLE COMPONENTS
1
Cleaning and Disinfection: Apex Connect Unit
After using the device, be sure to keep it clean for the next use.
•
Wipe the surface of the Apex Connect Unit using a cloth
(or gauze) lightly moistened with ethanol (70-80%).
Clean the crevices with a cotton swab moistened with
ethanol. And dry at room temperature for 30 minutes.
PRECAUTIONS
• Do not use organic solvents such as thinner, benzene, or
methanol to clean the device.
• Do not put the device in alcohol or water and be careful not to
let foreign substances such as water or dust get inside the device.
2
Cleaning and Disinfection: Probe Cord
1. Wet a small soft brush in ethanol for disinfection (ethanol
70-80 vol%) to remove all contaminants from the crevices
and all surfaces. (repeat 20 times)
2. Wipe all surface thoroughly using a cloth (or gauze) lightly
dampened in ethanol for disinfection. (repeat 20 times)
3. Wipe all surfaces with a cloth moistened with distilled
water, then dry with a clean, dry cloth.
4. After visual inspection to ensure cleanliness, repeat the
cleaning steps if contamination is visible.
