Instruction & Operating
Manual
CLEANING, DISINFECTION & CARE
Cleaning the Endoscope Cabinet
1.
Remove dirt, blood, and other organic soil.
2.
Always clean the cabinet prior to disinfection to avoid compromising the disinfectant’s effectiveness.
3.
Dust first, then remove any stubborn deposits with a damp sponge.
4.
Using a soft cloth, clean with a non-abrasive, neutral liquid detergent at a 10-20% solution. Use a stronger
concentration in the presence of excessive dirt.
5.
Lightly rinse before disinfection, being careful to minimize moisture in the cabinet.
6.
Avoid using bleach for cleaning or disinfecting your cabinet’s surface, as bleach causes permanent damage
through oxidation and staining.
7.
Do not use abrasives, such as steel wool, wire brushes or scrapers on the stainless steel surface. For detail
instructions in stainless steel cabinet care
Disinfecting the Endoscope Cabinet
It is recommended to use quaternary ammonium compounds for regular disinfecting of stainless steel surfaces.
Follow the medical facility’s direction for the proper concentration and use.
This low-level disinfectant comes highly recommended for general housekeeping of medical storage cabinets and
other non-critical items.
Quaternary ammonium compounds are bactericidal, fungicidal, and virucidal against lipophilic (enveloped) viruses.
At hospital-strength concentration, quaternary ammonium compounds can destroy HIV, hepatitis B and C, influenza,
and more.
Ensure maximum effectiveness by adhering to the disinfectant manufacturer’s recommended contact time.
Care of Endoscope Cabinet Components
It is recommended to use quaternary ammonium compounds for components of the Olive EDC
Ensure regular cleaning of the scope hangers using mild bactericidal, fungicidal, and virucidal against lipophilic
viruses. For plastic surfaces and acrylic plastic (PMMA Fiber) components, use a hospital-approved disinfectant.
Avoid disinfectants that have glycol ethers as an ingredient. Do not use alcohol or ammonia.
HEPA Filters should be replaced once in 6 months or earlier (according to usage of the EDC)
CLEANING MATERIALS TO AVOID
CLEANING AGENTS TO AVOID
Abrasive pearls
Hard water (water with a pH above 7.0)
Scrapers (metal or plastic)
Hydrochloric Acid
Wire brushes
Bleach/ any compounds containing chlorine or sodium
hypochlorite, or ammonium chloride salts
Given below is a list of materials/ agents that are approved to be used to clean Olive EDC:
1.
Soft, lint-free cloth
2.
Mild detergents
3.
White vinegar in a spray bottle
4.
Sodium bicarbonate (Baking Soda)
5.
Cleaners approved for use on Stainless
Steel/Galvanized Iron
6.
Non-abrasive cleaning pads
7.
Isopropyl alcohol
8.
Soft bristle brushes
9.
Distilled water (pH rating 7.0) solely or with mild
detergent
10.
Hospital-grade non-bleach detergents