the components of the instrument can be retracted,
retract or open the part while flushing the area.
•
For instruments with flexible shafts, flex the
instrument while flushing.
•
For instruments with lumens, brush the internal
surfaces of the lumen.
Loading Instructions
•
Load instruments into washer disinfector so that
hinges are open and cannulations and holes
can drain.
•
Place heavier instruments on the bottom of
containers. Do not place heavy instruments
on top of delicate instruments.
•
For instruments with concave surfaces, such as
curettes, place instrument with the concave surface
facing downward to facilitate draining.
Automated Cleaning Instructions
•
Clean in a validated washer disinfector using the
"INSTRUMENTS" cycle and a pH neutral cleaning
agent intended for use in automated cleaning.
Effective automated cleaning can be achieved
using the following parameters: two cold water pre-
washes (minimum hold of two minutes each); a hot
water enzyme wash (minimum hold of 4 minutes);
followed by a hot water pH neutral detergent wash
(minimum hold 3 minutes at 60ºC); a hot water
rinse (minimum time 20 seconds); a thermal rinse
(minimum hold of 1 minute at 82.2ºC) and dry
(minimum hold 5 minutes at 95ºC).
•
After automated cleaning, proceed to inspection,
instructions below.
MANUAL CLEANING
Cleaning Instructions
•
Prepare an enzymatic cleaning solution in
accordance to the manufacturer's instructions.
•
Soak soiled instruments for a minimum of 10 minutes.
Do not exceed 30ºC.
•
When cleaning, fully immerse the instrument in the
cleaning solution to avoid aerosol generation. Use
a soft bristle brush to remove all traces of blood
and debris; pay close attention to any hard to reach
areas, textured surfaces, or crevices. When cleaning
Instruments with cannulations or lumens (i.e. tubes),
or holes, use a tight-fitting, soft, non-metallic cleaning
brush or pipe cleaner to scrub the cannula, lumen,
or hole. Push in and out, using a twisting motion to
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