Sirona Dental Systems GmbH
Operating Instructions SIROLaser Xtend
7 Cleaning, disinfection and sterilization
7.3 Sterilization
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7.3
Sterilization
WARNING
Optical fiber and handpiece sleeve must be sterilized prior to initial
use and before each subsequent use.
Before use the single-use tips must be sterilized.
NOTE
Remove any possible water residues.
The parts must be sterilized only in an autoclave with saturated water
vapor at minimum sterilization values of 134°C (273.2°F), 3 min.
holding time and 2.04 bar (29,59 psi) overpressure.
Steam sterilizers are approved for sterilization that fulfill the
requirements of EN 13060 class B or validated steam sterilizer (EN
13060 class S) which are employing three, separate initial vacuum
air-purges being suitable for the sterilization of dental handpieces. For
example SIRONA DAC PROFESSIONAL.
Please use the transport and sterilization tube for sterilizing the
optical fiber.
CAUTION
Always protect the optical fiber with the transportation and sterilization
tube as well as the sterilization cap.
The optical fiber may be damaged if it is seriously bent or improperly
routed inside the handpiece. This may constitute a health hazard for
patients, dentists and dental assistants. The minimum bending radius
of the optical fiber is 4.5 cm (diameter: 9 cm). Be careful not to pinch
or tear the optical fiber when inserting or cleaning it.
7.4
Cleaning the control unit
Use a dry, soft cloth to remove dust from the SIROLaser Xtend. More
stubborn spots can be removed with a damp cloth.
NOTE
Please proceed carefully not to scratch and damage the foil on the
touch screen.
You can wipe-disinfect the SIROLaser Xtend using any of the products
that are commonly used to disinfect medical electrical equipment, e.g.
MinuteWipes, Caviwipes.
CAUTION
Spray disinfection may allow liquids to penetrate into the SIROLaser Xtend!
The SIROLaser Xtend may be disinfected only by wiping it. Do not
spray disinfect the SIROLaser Xtend laser unit.
Observe the instructions provided by the manufacturers of these
disinfectants.
MinuteWipes Fa. Alpro.
In USA: Caviwipes
™
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