3. Sterilization
• Sterilize in accordance with the following guidelines.
Warning: Do not use any other sterilization method or cycle other
than those listed below which have been validated in accordance with
ISO 17665.
US Steam Autoclave Instructions
Option
1. Pre-Vacuum*
2. Gravity Air
Displacement*
* Wrapped or unwrapped
Outside US Steam Autoclave Instructions
Option
1. Pre-Vacuum*
2. Pre-Vacuum*
3. Gravity Air
Displacement*
* Wrapped or unwrapped.
Caution: A drying cycle is required to avoid possible adverse
effects caused by exposure to condensation.
Notes:
• Metal devices, tools and equipment are constructed of
materials unaffected by normal environmental conditions of
current standard sterilization means, when proper operational
techniques are employed.
• Effectiveness of sterilization equipment or sterilization
processes are directly dependent upon numerous factors
beyond DePuy Synthes Power Tools control including
among other things; sterilization means, processes and
wrapping techniques employed, brand, model and condition
of sterilization equipment, care and maintenance techniques
employed and operator knowledge and experience.
Exposure
Temperature
132°C
132°C
Exposure
Temperature
132°C
134 - 138°C
132-138°C
Exposure
Minimum Dry
Time
Time
4 minutes
40 minutes
15 minutes
40 minutes
Exposure
Minimum
Time
Dry Time
4 minutes
40 minutes
3-18 minutes
40 minutes
15-18 minutes 40 minutes
15