5. Maintenance
5.1 Cleaning the Cassette
Keeping the STATIM cassette clean is good clinical practice and assists in the function of the unit. SciCan
recommends that the interior surface be cleaned at least once a week.
• Use dishwashing soap or a mild detergent that does not contain chlorine.
• Scrub the inside of the cassette with a cleaning pad designed for use with Teflon™ coated surfaces.
• After scouring, rinse thoroughly with water to remove all traces of the detergent.
Cleaning the inside of your cassette is very important if you regularly sterilize lubricated instruments.
Coating the entire inside surface with STAT-DRI/STAT-DRI PLUS drying agent induces water to form an even coat
on the inside surface, without beading. The water in contact with the hot cassette surfaces also evaporates much
more efficiently. Spotting is minimized and instruments dry much better.
STAT-DRI/STAT-DRI PLUS should be applied every 10 cycles, or when you notice water beading on the lid, and
after every cassette cleaning.
5.2 Cleaning the Water Reservoir Filter
The water reservoir filter should be cleaned at least once a week or when required. The filter can easily be removed
and cleaned by placing the filter upside down under running water to wash away the particles until clean, and then
placed back into the reservoir opening. If a replacement water reservoir filter is required, order part number 01-109300S.
5.3 Cleaning the Reservoir
Check the reservoir for dirt or particles. The reservoir may be cleaned by draining followed by cleaning and rinsing
with steam process distilled water ONLY. Use of chemicals or cleaning agents is not reccommended and could
cause the unit damage.
5.4 Cleaning the Exterior Surfaces
Use a soft cloth moistened with soap and water to clean all exterior surfaces. Do not use harsh cleaning
chemicals or disinfectants.
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