Cleaning: Manual
1. Brush
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Prepare a fresh solution of enzymatic detergent according to the
manufacturer's recommendations (one ounce per gallon of tap water
at 35 - 40°C)
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Thoroughly brush the exterior of the device with a soft-bristled brush,
focusing on any mated or rough surfaces.
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Using a syringe, inject any lumen or mated surface a minimum of
5 times with 50mL of the detergent.
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Brush any lumens a minimum of 5 times from each end, using an
appropriate bottle brush.
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Brush any movable parts in all extreme positions.
2. Rinse
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Rinse the device with reverse osmosis/de-ionized (RO/DI) water at
ambient temperature until all detergent residue is removed. Flush any
lumens or mated surfaces a minimum of 5 times. Once all detergent
residue is removed, continue to rinse for a minimum of 30 seconds.
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Drain excess water from the device and dry it using a clean cloth or
pressurized air.
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Visually inspect the device for cleanliness, paying close attention to
hard-to-reach areas. If visible soil remains, repeat steps 1 and 2.
3. Soak
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Prepare a non-enzymatic detergent according to the manufacturer's
recommendations (0.25 ounces per gallon of tap water at 35 - 40°C)
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Fully immerse the device and use a syringe to inject any lumens and
mated surfaces with 50mL of the detergent.
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Soak the device for a minimum of 15 minutes.
4. Brush
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Thoroughly brush the exterior of the device using a soft-bristled brush.
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Using a syringe, inject 50mL of the detergent into any cannulae, lumens,
or mated surfaces a minimum of 5 times.
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Brush any lumens a minimum of 5 times from each end, using an
appropriate bottle brush.
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Actuate the device, brushing around any movable parts in all extreme
positions.
5. Rinse
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Thoroughly rinse the device with RO/DI water until all detergent
residue is removed. Flush any lumens or crevices a minimum of 5 times.
Once all detergent residue is removed, continue to rinse for a minimum
of 30 seconds.
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Drain the excess water from the device and dry it using a clean cloth or
pressurized air.
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