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3. Sterilization
• Sterilize in accordance with the following guidelines.
Warning: Do not use any other sterilization method or cycle 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
Warning: Do not sterilize using STERRAD
Caution: It is required to include the drying cycle to avoid possible adverse effects
caused by exposure to condensation.
Notes:
• Steam sterilization validation was performed in accordance with ISO 17665.
• 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.
• DePuy Synthes Power Tools cannot anticipate all possible equipment,
processes and/or conditions that may be encountered. The suggested
operation conditions are to be considered as a starting point for determination
of the overall process capability, without regard for type or condition of
equipment used or methods, techniques or practices employed by user.
Use of proper sterilization indicator devices is strongly recommended. It is
recommended that a drying cycle be included to avoid possible adverse
effects caused by exposure to condensation.
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Exposure Temperature
132°C
132°C
Exposure Temperature
132°C
134-138°C
132-138°C
Exposure Time
Minimum Dry Time
4 minutes
20 minutes
15 minutes
15 minutes
Exposure Time
Minimum Dry Time
4 minutes
20 minutes
3-18 minutes
20 minutes
15-18 minutes
15 minutes
sterilization.
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