61 97 102 D3495
34
D3495
.
201.03.07
.
02 08.2011
7 Care of outer surface
Sirona Dental Systems GmbH
7.3 Sterilizing
Operating Instructions XIOS
Plus
Sensors
The following components can be sterilized:
● Rods and rings of the XIOS
Plus
holder system
The manufacturer's instructions have to be observed for other systems.
Interval
Used rods and rings must be cleaned and sterilized after every patient
treatment.
Preparation
1. Separate the rods and rings.
2. Remove any residues with hot soapy water or mild dishwashing
liquid.
3. Put the components, metal parts separated from plastic parts, into
individual sterilization pouches.
4. Put the sterilization pouches into the middle tray of the autoclave,
ensuring sufficient distance to the walls of the autoclave and the
heating element.
Sterilization
➢ Operate the autoclave according to the manufacturer's instructions.
(the conditions for sterilization are specified below).
NOTICE
Risk of damage
Please follow the instructions given below carefully. Otherwise, your
components, the autoclaves or any other objects you have placed in the
autoclaves may be damaged.
NOTICE
Durability of plastic parts
Plastic parts have a limited durability and therefore should be replaced
regularly. The durability of plastic parts is shortened by every sterilizing
procedure.
NOTICE
Risk of melting and distortion of plastic parts
- During sterilization plastic parts must be in a sterilization pouch which
is separate from metal parts!
- During sterilization the temperature in the autoclave must not exceed
132°C (270°F)!
NOTICE
- Do not use glutaraldehyde with a phenol base!
- Do not use cleaners specialized for specific applications or ultrasonic
cleaners!
- Do not use chemical sterilizers or hot air sterilizers!
- Do not perform cold sterilization!