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1-3-1-3. Ultrasonic Cleaning
WARNING
All components and accessories must be ultrasonically cleaned prior to high-
level disinfection or sterilization.
DO NOT use caustic or abrasive solutions in the ultrasonic cleaner.
1)
Prepare detergent solution per the manufacturer's instructions (temperature,
concentration). In the case of ENDOZIME, add 30 mL of ENDOZIME concentrate
to 3.8 L (1 gallon) of clean potable water at 20°C~30°C (68°F~86°F).
2)
Immerse the components and accessories in detergent solution.
3)
Using a syringe filled with detergent solution, inject detergent solution directly into
each lumen of the suction control valve (OF-B179).
4)
Perform ultrasonic cleaning under the following conditions:
Frequency Range: 44 kHz +/- 6 %
5)
After completion of the ultrasonic cleaning process, remove the components and
accessories from the ultrasonic cleaner.
1-3-1-4. Rinsing
WARNING
All residual detergent solution must be removed from the components and
accessories. Residual detergent solution may interfere with subsequent
disinfection and sterilization processes.
First rinse
1)
Prepare a basin with clean water, and fully immerse the components and accessories.
2)
Wipe all exterior surfaces of the components and accessories at least two times with
a lint-free gauze in order to remove residual detergent solution.
3)
While still completely immersed in water, agitate them under the water by moving
them from side to side for at least one minute.
4)
Manipulate the suction control valve (OF-B179) mechanism at least four times in the
water, and using a syringe filled with water, flush the lumen of the valve with at least
5 mL of water. (see Figure 1.32, p41 and Figure 1.33, p41)
5)
Discard the water.
Second rinse
6)
Fill a basin with clean water and repeat steps 2-5 to perform a second rinse.
Time: 5 minutes
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