Chapter 1 General Policy; Instructions; Importance Of Cleaning, Disinfection And Sterilization - Olympus EVIS LUCERA TJF 260V Reprocessing Manual

Chapter 1 General Policy

Chapter 1 General Policy
1.1

Instructions

1.2 Importance of cleaning, disinfection and
sterilization
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• This manual contains the cleaning, disinfection and sterilization
methods recommended by Olympus for the endoscopes listed on the
front cover.
• This instruction manual contains essential information on reprocessing
these instruments safely and effectively.
• Before reprocessing, thoroughly review the manuals of the reprocessing
chemicals and all equipment which will be used and reprocess the
equipment as instructed.
• Note that the complete instruction manual set for this endoscope
consists of this manual and the "OPERATION MANUAL" whose cover
lists the model of your endoscope, both of which accompanied the
endoscope at shipment.
• Keep this manual and all related manuals in a safe accessible location.
• If you have any questions or comments about any information in this
manual, or if a problem that cannot be solved occurs while reprocessing,
contact Olympus.
The medical literature reports incidents of cross contamination resulting from
improper cleaning, disinfection or sterilization. It is strongly recommended that
all individuals engaged in reprocessing closely observe all instructions given in
this manual and the manuals of all ancillary equipment, and have a thorough
understanding of the following items:
 Professional health and safety criteria of your hospital.
 Individual cleaning, disinfection and sterilization protocols.
 Structure and handling of endoscopic equipment.
 Handling of pertinent chemicals.
For the types and conditions of the means of cleaning, disinfection and
sterilization to be adopted, please make judgments from your professional
viewpoints.
EVIS LUCERA JF/TJF TYPE 260V REPROCESSING MANUAL